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656 Massachusetts Ave #A2

Boston, MA 02118 - Suffolk County

Apartment

2 beds

2 baths

950 sqft

About 656 Massachusetts Ave #A2

Available September 1. In-unit washer and Dryer. Central Heat/AC. Central South End Location. This large two bedroom, two bathroom apartment is renovated with granite countertops, stainless appliances and a new tile bathroom. The apartment has a private washer and dryer, garbage disposal, dish washer, central air conditioning and hardwood floors throughout unit. The apartment has a high efficiency gas furnace and hot water heater as well as a central air conditioning system. The soaring ceilings coupled with the historic mantle (non-functional) provide an uncompromising balance of historic and traditional ambiance. The building, which was originally constructed in 1865 as a single family home, has undergone a complete restoration converting the structure into a super-luxury apartment complex. The entire building has been retrofitted with a high efficiency heating systems, central air conditioning and instant hot water heaters. All the windows in the structure have been replaced with brand new custom, historically accurate, high efficiency windows. The latest in insulation technology, closed cell spray in, has been installed to minimize the heat loss in the winter and heat gain in the summer. The location is near the corner of Massachusetts Avenue and Washington Street. Property Info. Rent: $4,300 / Month. Beds: 2. Bath: 2. Available Date: 09/01/2025. Pet: Pet Friendly. Parking: off-street parking.

RentalSource last checked: July 18, 2025 at 9:01 AM ET

Last updated: February 8, 2025 at 1:45 PM ET

Listed by: Modern Real Estate, (617) 650-7636

Property Summary

Property Type:	Apartment
Rental Fee:	$4,300
Bedrooms:	2 beds
Bathrooms:	2 baths

Size:	950 sqft
Pet Friendly:	Yes
Listing Status:	Active
ID:	80866108

Property Amenities

• Air Conditioning

• Garbage Disposal

• Dishwasher

• Hardwood Floors

• Pet Friendly

• Washer/Dryer Hk-up

Community Features

• Reserved Parking

Additional Details

Apartment for rent in Boston for $4,300 with 2 beds, 2 baths, 950 sqft, pet friendly and located at 656 Massachusetts Ave #A2 in Boston, MA 02118. The rental price of $4,300 is 3.7% ($166) lower than the average rent of $4,466 for a 2 bedroom apartment in Boston, MA and 19.0% ($687) higher than the average rent of $3,613 for a 2 bedroom apartment in Suffolk County. This apartment is in the Boston Public School District and the nearest schools are Blackstone Elementary School, Dearborn Middle School and Madison Park High. 656 Massachusetts Ave #A2 was advertised by Modern Real Estate on February 8, 2025 at 10:33 AM ET and last checked today at 9:01 AM ET.

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