Newly renovated! Studio apartment, across from Prudential Center, close to shops and all the best restaurants. Easy access to Green Line (Prudential Center), Orange Line (Massachusetts Ave), and several bus routes are well within .25-.50 mile. Washer and Dryer in unit and central AC. Hot water Included in Rent. First, last, $250 lock fee to move in. Advertised rent includes 1 month free lease ending 8/31/2027. Gross rent $2950.
Train: Green line: Prudential station
Bus 39 Huntington Ave & Prudential station
261 W Newton St - Unclaimed
261 W Newton St, Boston, MA 02116
Apartment building
Studio
What's special
Central acNewly renovated
Neighborhood: Back Bay
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Walker's ParadiseTransit Score®
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Biker's ParadiseNearby schools in Boston
Snowden Int'L High School
Grades 9-12 • 0.5 miles2/10
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2/10College Readiness Rating
1/10Carter School
Grades 8-12 • 0.4 milesN/A
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Mel H King Elementary
Grades 2-12 • 0.4 miles4/10
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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 261 W Newton St located, and what is the neighborhood like?
261 W Newton St is located at 261 W Newton St in Back Bay, Boston, MA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Flour Bakery + Cafe, SRV, and Sweetgreen.
What hospitals and medical facilities are near 261 W Newton St?
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 261 W Newton St include Boston Medical Center (0.8 miles away), Boston Medical Center / Shapiro Center (0.9 miles away), and Red Cross Donor Center (0.9 miles away).
What schools are assigned to 261 W Newton St?
The schools assigned to 261 W Newton St include Snowden Int'L High School, Carter School, and Mel H King Elementary.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 261 W Newton St?
261 W Newton St is located near 3 grocery stores, including Copley Square Farmer's Market (0.4 miles) and Whole Foods Market (0.9 miles). Additional shopping options, including Eataly Boston, are approximately 0.2 miles away.
What colleges and universities are near 261 W Newton St?
261 W Newton St is located within 0.4 miles of Berklee College of Music, 0.4 miles of Boston Ballet Headquarters & School, and 0.5 miles of Harvard Club of Boston.
