$2,793 - $6,381
- 1+ bd
- 1+ ba
- 775+ sqft
The Longwood
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Neighborhood: Roxbury
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Walk Score®
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Very WalkableBike Score®
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BikeableNearby schools in Roxbury
Hale Elementary School
Grades PK-6 • 0.4 miles7/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
7/10Student Progress Rating
6/10Higginson/Lewis K-8
Grades 3-8 • 0.6 miles3/10
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1/10Student Progress Rating
5/10Fenway High School
Grades 9-12 • 0.5 miles2/10
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2/10College Readiness Rating
2/10Living in Roxbury
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 1540-1542 Columbus Ave located, and what is the neighborhood like?
1540-1542 Columbus Ave is located at 1542 Columbus Ave in Roxbury, Roxbury, MA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Chilacates Mexican Street food, Blue Nile Restaurant, and City Feed & Supply.
What hospitals and medical facilities are near 1540-1542 Columbus Ave?
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 1540-1542 Columbus Ave include Longwood Medical Area (0.9 miles away), Brigham and Women's Hospital (1 mile away), and Brigham and Women's Center for Transformative Medicine (1 mile away).
What schools are assigned to 1540-1542 Columbus Ave?
The schools assigned to 1540-1542 Columbus Ave include Hale Elementary School, Higginson/Lewis K-8, and Fenway High School.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 1540-1542 Columbus Ave?
1540-1542 Columbus Ave is located near 4 grocery stores, including Community Servings (0.5 miles) and Whole Foods Market (0.7 miles). Additional shopping options, including The Brewery Complex, are approximately 0.7 miles away.
What colleges and universities are near 1540-1542 Columbus Ave?
1540-1542 Columbus Ave is located within 0.4 miles of Roxbury Community College, 0.9 miles of Harvard School of Public Health, and 0.9 miles of Wentworth Institute of Technology.
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