254 Friend St

Boston’s West End sits between the Charles River and downtown, with a compact urban setting and four-season New England weather. The neighborhood’s defining landmark is TD Garden, while the Museum of Science stands nearby across the Charles River Dam. North Station provides rail and subway connections, and the Charles River Esplanade offers waterfront paths for walking and biking. Green space and playgrounds at the nearby Boston Common and Public Garden are also within reach. Dining ranges from casual cafés and coffee shops to restaurants around Causeway Street and the North End; downtown adds extensive shopping, arts and nightlife options. The West End’s history includes a dense 19th-century neighborhood, much of which was redeveloped in the 20th century. For the West End neighborhood, the median rent is $3,550 per month, with a typical range of $2,500 to $6,736, based on 32 active listings.