Live on one of Boston's most iconic streets in this efficient first-floor studio at 236 Beacon Street, in the heart of Back Bay. The home fits a lot of living into one well-organized space. Laundry is located on the same floor in the building, and the first-floor location means no stairs on move-in day.Step outside onto a classic tree-lined Back Bay street and you're a short walk from the Charles River Esplanade, Newbury Street's shops and cafes, the Public Garden, and Copley Square. Green Line stations at Arlington and Copley put downtown, the Financial District, and the Longwood Medical Area within easy reach.
Interview with condo association required before move in.
Heat, Hot water & Water included.
Tenant pays for electric and cable.
Flexible lease start date. 1 week notice to current tenant for move in.
236 Beacon St
Boston, MA 02116
Apartment building
Studio-3 beds
What's special
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Flooring
- Hardwood
Neighborhood: Back Bay
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Walk Score®
 / 100
Walker's ParadiseTransit Score®
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Rider's ParadiseBike Score®
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Very BikeableNearby schools in Boston
Boston Adult Academy
Grades 11, 12 • 0.7 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 236 Beacon St located, and what is the neighborhood like?
236 Beacon St is located at 236 Beacon St in Back Bay, Boston, MA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as L.A. Burdick Chocolates, Sweetgreen, and Tatte.
What hospitals and medical facilities are near 236 Beacon St?
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 236 Beacon St include Newbury Visions (0.3 miles away), MIT Medical (Building E23) (0.6 miles away), and MGH Cancer Center (0.8 miles away).
What schools are assigned to 236 Beacon St?
The schools assigned to 236 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 236 Beacon St?
236 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 colleges and universities are near 236 Beacon St?
236 Beacon St is located within 0.6 miles of Harvard Club of Boston, 0.6 miles of Berklee College of Music, and 0.7 miles of Boston Ballet Headquarters & School.
