Taurus Apartments is a 38-unit, income-restricted brick mid-rise in the heart of Roxbury, offering 1- and 2-bedroom floor plans. Each home features a private balcony, wall-to-wall vinyl flooring, a dishwasher, and air conditioning, with elevator access and mobility-accessible units available throughout the building. Residents enjoy on-site laundry facilities, 24-hour emergency maintenance, storage, and resident parking. Set in a well-connected pocket of Roxbury, the building offers convenient transit access with the 14, 23, 28, and 44 bus lines nearby, linking to multiple MBTA rail connections. It sits adjacent to the William Monroe Trotter School and Boston Latin Academy, and directly across from Laviscount Park and the Trotter School Playground. Just down the street, Franklin Park opens up some of the Boston area's most scenic walking and hiking trails, along with the Franklin Park Zoo.
Taurus Apartments
120 Humboldt Ave, Boston, MA 02121
Apartment building
1 bed
Parking lot
Air conditioning (wall unit)
Shared laundry
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges. Price shown reflects the lease term provided for each unit.
Unit 32Currently unavailable 1 bd, 1 ba | -- | -- | $2,220 |
What's special
Air conditioningPrivate balconyWall-to-wall vinyl flooring
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Community Rooms
- Lounge
Other
- Laundry: Shared
Security
- Controlled Access
- Intercom
Services & facilities
- 24 Hour Maintenance
- Elevator
- Storage Space
View description
- Park
Unit Features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Range
- Refrigerator
Cooling
- Wall Mounted Air Conditioning
Flooring
- Vinyl
Heating
- Gas
Other
- Patio Balcony
Policies
Parking
- Parking Lot
Lease terms
- One year
Neighborhood: Roxbury
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Getting around
Walk Score®
 / 100
Very WalkableTransit Score®
 / 100
Excellent TransitBike Score®
 / 100
BikeableNearby schools in Boston
East Boston Early Childhood Center
Grades PK-1 • 4.6 milesN/A
GreatSchools® Rating
Haynes Early Education Center
Grades PK-1 • 0.5 milesN/A
GreatSchools® Rating
Hugh Roe O'Donnell Elementary School
Grades PK-6 • 5 miles5/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
2/10Student Progress Rating
8/10Living in Boston
Roxbury sits south of downtown Boston, with a mix of residential streets, busy commercial corridors and historic civic landmarks. Its history is visible around Nubian Square and the Roxbury Heritage State Park, while Franklin Park offers wooded paths, open lawns and outdoor recreation nearby. Boston’s seasons bring cold, snowy winters and warm, humid summers. Dining and coffee options line neighborhood business districts, alongside everyday shops and local services; arts and nightlife include community events and cultural venues. Walking and biking suit shorter trips, and bus routes and nearby rapid-transit stations connect Roxbury with other parts of Boston. For Roxbury, the median rent is $3,414 per month, with a typical range of $500 to $10,000.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Taurus Apartments located, and what is the neighborhood like?
Taurus Apartments is located at 120 Humboldt Ave in Roxbury, Boston, MA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Samuel Adams Brewery, Samuel Adams Tap Room, and Chilacates Mexican Street food.
What is the average rent in Boston, MA?
Based on the latest Zillow data, the median rent across all unit types in the Roxbury neighborhood of Boston is currently $3,414 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.
What schools are assigned to Taurus Apartments?
The schools assigned to Taurus Apartments include East Boston Early Childhood Center, Haynes Early Education Center, and Hugh Roe O'Donnell Elementary School.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near Taurus Apartments?
Taurus Apartments is located near 7 grocery stores, including Save-A-Lot (0.3 miles) and Stop & Shop (0.5 miles). Additional shopping options, including Marshalls, are approximately 0.3 miles away.
What hospitals and medical facilities are near Taurus Apartments?
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to Taurus Apartments include Dimock Community Health Center (0.7 miles away), Harvard Street Neighborhood Health Center (0.9 miles away), and Boston Medical Center (1 mile away).
