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    $4,500/mo

    256 W Newton St, APT 3, Boston, MA 02116

    1beds
    893sqft

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    Apartment
    Available Sun Aug 30 2026
    No pets
    Air conditioner, window unit
    In unit laundry
    Forced air
    Contact manager for more details about this home.

    What's special

    Huge primary bedroomGenerous counter spaceUpdated en-suite bathroomIn-unit washer and dryerWalk-in closetsFour-unit owner-occupied brownstoneAbundant natural light
    Prime location on the Back Bay/South End line! This elegant and exceptionally spacious one-bedroom condo features high ceilings and abundant natural light in an intimate, four-unit, owner-occupied brownstone. The home offers beautiful wide-plank pine floors and a fully applianced kitchen with gas cooking and generous counter space. The oversized living and dining area is highlighted by a stunning curved bay window and alcove, filling the space with natural sunlight. The alcove is ideal for a home office/workspace or can accommodate a large pull-out sofa for guests. The huge primary bedroom features an updated en-suite bathroom, walk-in closets, and an in-unit washer and dryer. Additional closets throughout the condo provide plenty of extra storage. The location is hard to beat just steps from the Prudential Center and Eataly, with an easy walk to Copley Square, Newbury Street, South End restaurants and shops, and nearby hospitals. Rent includes heat, hot water, and cooking gas. Tenants are responsible for electricity as the primary utility bill and the cable service.
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 1
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Air Conditioner, Window Unit
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave Oven, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 893 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Details: Contact manager
    Details
    • Parcel number: CBOSW04P00880S006

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Apartment
    • Property subtype: Apartment

    Utilities & green energy

    • Utilities for property: Gas

    Building

    Management
    • Pets allowed: No

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Boston

    Financial & listing details

    • Lease term: 1 Year

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/15/2026Listed for rent$4,500-6.3%$5/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    2/11/2026Listing removed$4,800$5/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    1/20/2026Price change$4,800-4%$5/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    12/5/2025Listed for rent$5,000+233.3%$6/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    6/22/2022Sold$925,000+3.6%$1,036/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #72960669 Report a problem
    4/22/2022Contingent$893,000$1,000/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #72960669 Report a problem
    3/31/2022Listed for sale$893,000+2.1%$1,000/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #72960669 Report a problem
    2/14/2021Listing removed$874,900$980/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #72721566 Report a problem
    11/16/2020Price change$874,900-2.8%$980/sqft
    Source: Rufo Realty #72721566 Report a problem
    9/8/2020Listed for sale$899,900+8.6%$1,008/sqft
    Source: Rufo Realty #72721566 Report a problem
    10/11/2019Listing removed$1,500$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
    10/10/2019Price change$1,500-14.3%$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
    5/22/2019Listed for rent$1,750$2/sqft
    Source: Premier Property Solutions, LLC Report a problem
    12/27/2018Sold$829,000-2.4%$928/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    11/28/2018Pending sale$849,000$951/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston-Back Bay #72417832 Report a problem
    11/20/2018Listed for sale$849,000$951/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston-Back Bay #72417832 Report a problem
    11/7/2018Pending sale$849,000$951/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston-Back Bay #72417832 Report a problem
    10/31/2018Listed for sale$849,000+70.8%$951/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston - Back Bay #72417832 Report a problem
    6/28/2006Sold$497,000+42%$557/sqft
    Source: LINK #58536 Report a problem
    11/30/2001Sold$350,000$392/sqft
    Source: LINK #28657 Report a problem

    Neighborhood: Back Bay

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