Great 1 bed/ 1 bath with private deck in a fantastic location right in the heart of Back Bay on Marlborough St. Modern kitchen bath, gleaming hardwood floors, stainless steel apps, sun-drenched, the works. Laundry in building. pets ok. This apartment is in a beautiful brownstone on picturesque Marlborough St. This location is close to many of Boston most loved attractions including: Public Gardens, Charles River, Copley Place, Prudential Center, Boston Public Library, John Hancock Tower, Hynes Convention Center, Newbury St, Boylston Street, Commonwealth Avenue, Massachusetts Turnpike, Berklee College of Music, Boston Architectural College, New England College of Optometry, MIT and BU. It is also convenient to Trader Joes, Shopping, Restaurants and Public transportation- Arlington (Green Line), Copley (Green Line), Hynes Convention Center (Green Line), Back Bay station (Orange Line/MBTA Commuter Rail) Disclaimer: We Accept Visa Mastercard, American Express, Checks, Wire, Elect. Shared laundry facilities. Pet Friendly, Shared, HotWater, Water, RentIncludesHeat & Laundry.
RentalSource last checked: June 13, 2026 · 7:02 AM ET
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Property Summary
Property Type:
Apartment
Rental Fee:
$4,200
Bedrooms:
1 beds
Bathrooms:
1 baths
Size:
700 sqft
Pet Friendly:
Yes
Listing Status:
Active
ID:
83812538
Property Amenities
• Balcony/Patio
• Hardwood Floors
• Pet Friendly
Community Features
• Laundry Facilities
• Public Transportation
Leasing Information
Lease Term: 1 year. Utilities Included: Water & Hot Water.
Additional Details
Apartment for rent in Boston for $4,200 with 1 bed, 1 bath, 700 sqft, pet friendly and located at 178 Marlborough St #2 in Boston, MA 02116. The rental price of $4,200 is 22.7% ($777) higher than the average rent of $3,423 for a 1 bedroom apartment in Boston, MA and 44.7% ($1,298) higher than the average rent of $2,902 for a 1 bedroom apartment in Suffolk County. 178 Marlborough St #2 was advertised by Amber Zhu today at 7:02 AM ET.
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