$2,793 - $6,381
- 1+ bd
- 1+ ba
- 775+ sqft
The Longwood
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Apartment building
Air conditioning available
Shared laundry
15–unit building
626–2,800 sqft
Studio–3 bedrooms
1–3 bathrooms
What's special
Newly renovated, with lots of detail modeling, two bedroom, one bath condo located on the 5th floor of a building (with elevator) in the center of the safe Back Bay. Large, high-end eat-in kitchen. Beautiful, new bathroom with Jacuzzi. Hardwood floors throughout. Working fireplace. The unit is next to the Charles River, the Commons, Newbury Street and Copley Square. The unit is south facing with lots of windows and great views of the Prudential and John Hancock. A/C in each room. There is laundry in the unit and the building. Spectacular breathtaking views of the Charles River, Copley Square, the Commons and the rest of the city from the very large roof deck located on the 9th floor. No pets allowed in the building. Lots of storage in every room. The unit is near the Copley and Back Bay T stations. Building is professionally managed and has security monitoring. Heat and hot water included. Smoke free.
No Pets Allowed
(RLNE8218127)
Facts, features & policies
Building amenities
Outdoor common areas
- Deck
- Patio
Services & facilities
- Elevator
- Shared laundry
Policies
Smoking
- This is a smoke free building
Utilities included in rent
- Water
- Heat
- Hot water
Unit features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Garbage disposal
- Microwave oven
- Oven
- Refrigerator
Cooling
- Air conditioning
Other
- Patio or Balcony
Special features
- Smoke-free building
Neighborhood: Back Bay
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Building Location
Getting around
Walk Score®
 / 100
Walker's ParadiseTransit Score®
 / 100
Rider's ParadiseBike Score®
 / 100
Very BikeableNearby schools in Boston
Boston Adult Academy
Grades 11, 12 • 0.8 milesN/A
GreatSchools® Rating
Snowden Int'L High School
Grades 9-12 • 0.3 miles2/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
2/10College Readiness Rating
1/10Mel H King Elementary
Grades 2-12 • 0.8 miles4/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
5/10Student Progress Rating
2/10Living in Boston
Back Bay pairs a compact, walkable street grid with broad avenues, historic brownstones and a stretch of Charles River shoreline. The neighborhood has four-season New England weather, with leafy summers and cold, snowy winters. Boston Public Garden and the Commonwealth Avenue Mall offer paths and green space, while the Charles River Esplanade has waterfront trails and open-air recreation. Newbury Street is known for boutiques, cafés and restaurants; Copley Square brings together the Boston Public Library’s central branch and Trinity Church, and the nearby Prudential Center adds shops and dining. Cultural stops include the Gibson House Museum and performances at Symphony Hall near the neighborhood’s edge. Back Bay has convenient access to the MBTA’s subway and commuter rail, as well as bike routes and pedestrian connections across central Boston. For the Back Bay neighborhood, the median rent is $3,200 per month and the typical range is $1,000 to $27,000.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is 260 Beacon St located, and what is the neighborhood like?
260 Beacon St is located at 260 Beacon St in Back Bay, Boston, MA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Sweetgreen, L.A. Burdick Chocolates, and Tatte.
What is the average rent in Boston, MA?
Based on the latest Zillow data, the median rent across all unit types in the Back Bay neighborhood of Boston is currently $3,200 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.
What schools are assigned to 260 Beacon St?
The schools assigned to 260 Beacon St include Boston Adult Academy, Snowden Int'L High School, and Mel H King Elementary.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 260 Beacon St?
260 Beacon St is located near 3 grocery stores, including Copley Square Farmer's Market (0.3 miles) and Whole Foods Market (0.9 miles). Additional shopping options, including LUSH, are approximately 0.2 miles away.
What hospitals and medical facilities are near 260 Beacon St?
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 260 Beacon St include Newbury Visions (0.2 miles away), MIT Medical (Building E23) (0.6 miles away), and MGH Cancer Center (0.8 miles away).
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