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  • 81 Joy Street

    81 Joy St, Boston, MA 02114

    Located in Beacon Hill, Boston zip code 02114
    Apartment building
    Shared laundry
    6–unit building
    700–9,999 sqft
    2 bedrooms
    1 bathroom

    What's special

    Beacon Hill 2 bed on Joy Street for September 1! Front facing living room and one bedroom. Kitchen features a dishwasher and gas cooking. Spacious second bedroom with 2 closets, exposed brick and room for a home office! Laundry in basement. Located steps from Whole Foods, Target, Mass General and multiple T stops. Heat and hot water included! Sorry no pets, no undergrads. 9/1 move in

    Facts, features & policies

    Building Amenities

    Other
    • Shared: Common Laundry

    Unit Features

    Appliances
    • Dishwasher
    • Range Oven
    • Refrigerator

    Neighborhood: Beacon Hill

    Areas of interest

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    Building Location

    Getting around

    Walk Score®
     / 100
    Walker's Paradise
    Transit Score®
     / 100
    Rider's Paradise
    Bike Score®
     / 100
    Very Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Boston

    Josiah Quincy Elementary School
    Grades PK-5 • 0.9 miles
    8/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    8/10
    Student Progress Rating
    7/10
    Eliot K-8 Innovation School
    Grades PK-8 • 0.7 miles
    9/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    9/10
    Student Progress Rating
    8/10
    Boston Adult Academy
    Grades 11, 12 • 0.9 miles
    N/A
    GreatSchools® Rating

    Beacon Hill sits on a hill just west of Boston’s downtown, with narrow brick streets, Federal-style row houses, and a mix of gas lamps and historic architecture. Its compact blocks connect the Massachusetts State House and Boston Common, while the Charles River Esplanade offers paths, lawns, and waterfront views nearby. The seasons bring cold, snowy winters and warm, humid summers. Charles Street is the neighborhood’s main shopping and dining stretch, with cafés, restaurants, and independent shops; the surrounding streets are quieter after evening hours than Boston’s major nightlife districts. The Red Line at Charles/MGH and nearby Green Line stops, along with frequent bus service, make car-free trips practical, though steep streets and limited parking shape everyday travel. Beacon Hill’s median rent is $3,000 per month, with a typical range of $1,200 to $18,000, based on 395 active listings.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Where is 81 Joy Street located, and what is the neighborhood like?

    81 Joy Street is located at 81 Joy St in Beacon Hill, Boston, MA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Tatte Bakery & Cafe, haley.henry, and George Howell Coffee.

    What is the average rent in Boston, MA?

    Based on the latest Zillow data, the median rent across all unit types in the Beacon Hill neighborhood of Boston is currently $3,000 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.

    What schools are assigned to 81 Joy Street?

    The schools assigned to 81 Joy Street include Josiah Quincy Elementary School, Eliot K-8 Innovation School, and Boston Adult Academy.

    What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 81 Joy Street?

    81 Joy Street is located near 4 grocery stores, including Whole Foods Market (0.1 miles) and Boston Public Market (0.4 miles). Additional shopping options, including Brattle Book Shop, are approximately 0.5 miles away.

    What hospitals and medical facilities are near 81 Joy Street?

    The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 81 Joy Street include MGH Cancer Center (0.2 miles away), Eat Street Cafe (0.3 miles away), and Backworks (0.6 miles away).

    There are currently no available units for 81 Joy Street on Zillow. Find rental availability at nearby or similar apartment buildings below.
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