879 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02215
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  • Studio
  • 1 Bath
  • 390 sqft

879 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02215

Fenway

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Apartment
390 sqft

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About this House

AUDUBON CIRCLE NEAR BU SOUTH ** STUDIO ** BEACON ST 09/01
Rent: $2,200 / Month
Beds: 0
Bath: 1
Available Date: 09/01/2025
Rent Includes:: Hot Water
Parking:: no parking

Great Audubon Circle / South Campus area studio with heat and hot water included, laundry in the building and parking available for rent, easy MBTA access, located on Beacon St / MBTA C-line! Great location!

Located in the heart of Kenmore Square, minutes to everything Boston has to offer! All Green Line trains are close by, as well as multiple major MBTA bus routes! Conveniently located near to top schools, hospitals, and attractions - Landmark Center, Berklee College, MCPHS, Boston University, Mass Art, Boston University, Simmons, Wentworth, Symphony Hall, Beth Israel, Wheelock, Harvard School of Medicine, Longwood Medical Area, Emmanuel, Brigham & Women's, Children's Hospital, Back Bay, Newbury Street, Copley, Fenway Park, and much more!
879 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02215 is a studio, 1 bathroom, 390 sqft apartment in Fenway. It last sold for $2,710,000 on Nov 25, 2003 (123,082% above the $2,200 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in January 2025 with an asking price of $2,200 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 14, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $2,572/month.

Home Details for 879 Beacon St

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
Refrigerator
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Comparable Sales for 879 Beacon St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
857 Beacon St #22, Boston, MA
0.05
Apartment
$583,000
09/17/25
2
1
750 sqft
116 Riverway #116-12, Boston, MA
0.21
Apartment
$430,000
06/30/26
1
400 sqft
60 Queensberry St #19, Boston, MA
0.43
Apartment
$620,000
07/10/26
2
1
526 sqft
107 Jersey St #16, Boston, MA
0.44
Apartment
$619,500
11/14/25
1
450 sqft
69 Park Dr #4, Boston, MA
0.53
Apartment
$355,000
07/16/26
1
1
330 sqft
323 Saint Paul St #2, Brookline, MA
0.61
Apartment
$1,440,000
04/30/26
4
1
1,330 sqft
246 Brookline St #1, Cambridge, MA
0.81
Apartment
$5,580,000
02/11/26
1
1
718 sqft
2 Gloucester St #5, Boston, MA
1.04
Apartment
$3,125,000
10/14/25
1
1
600 sqft
4 Charlesgate E #603, Boston, MA
0.73
Apartment
$775,000
09/02/26
1
1
665 sqft
39 Hemenway St #20, Boston, MA
0.76
Apartment
$380,000
07/16/26
1
400 sqft
Home facts updated by county records

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Rental Market Trends in Fenway

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$2,572/mo
Average rent
$3.3K
Available listings
1202
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Neighborhood Overview

Fenway
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What Locals Say about Fenway

At least 122 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 90 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 89 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 87 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 86 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 83 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 61 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 48 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 38 % Say it's quiet

  • 35 % Say there's wildlife

  • 31 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 31 % Say kids play outside

  • 29 % Say parking is easy

  • 29 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 26 % Say there are community events

  • 24 % Say car is needed

  • 23 % Say yards are well-kept

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  • Carter
    "I usually T in and it’s packed but that’s just because it’s very accessible. Overall it’s a bit overcrowded but that’s just normal."
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  • Ariasmanuel1996
    "The community holds a lot of events for the elderly And kids including game nights movie nights and summer cookouts"
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  • Kreieran
    "Easiest ever with one block off two major bus lines, 2 blocks from 2 major subway lines and 3 blocks from a commuter rail stop. Easy access to expressways as well."
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  • Nicole C.
    "This neighborhood is filled with college students which means a lot of things are geared toward them "
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  • Reef A. L.
    "Good access to downtown and public transport in general; lively; lots of college students; diversity of background."
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  • Michaela S.
    "the cost of living is high and it may be hard to find a pet-friendly apartment, especially since most of the housing near where I live is for students. but there are also a lot of parks in the area, and people walk their dogs around all the time. Boston in general is also very accommodating of service/therapy dogs."
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  • Rachel S.
    "While there are many parks, there are no off-leash dog areas."
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  • Rachel S.
    "Fenway has culture: you can enjoy a Red Sox game, grab some good eats, or hit the symphony. The food is great, especially El Pelon Taqueria and Citizen Public House."
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  • Rachel S.
    "Commuting by car can be difficult during Sox games, but we are close to the Green Line, which gets you anywhere you want to go quickly."
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  • Rachel S.
    "Some areas are more kid-friendly than others."
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  • Keisha L.
    "There isn't a whole lot of accessible greenery. But there is greenery."
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  • Keisha L.
    "It's unique because of the nightlife and easy accessibility to almost anything at most hours of the day."
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  • Keisha L.
    "Either walking most, if not all the way or taking the T. The buses are an option, but a little inconvenient."
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  • Keisha L.
    "It's loud, busy, and not always full of considerate drivers or pedestrians. Watch out for rogue bikers."
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  • Margot P.
    "Lots of space in the Fens to walk dogs and let them run and play. It's also a short walk away from several dog parks. Seems to be a very popular area for dog owners."
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  • Rachel S.
    "There are a ton of great places to walk your leashed dog, but no dog parks for off-leash socialization."
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  • Margot P.
    "It's young and there's a lot to do. There's plenty of nightlife, but also lots to do during the day as well. It's well connected by public transportation and is just a short ride away from many other Boston neighborhoods."
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  • Rachel S.
    "Fenway is close to the symphony, great food, and shopping. It's easy to walk to a wide range of stores, from Target to the posh shops in Newbury Street. There are tons of great, affordable, quick service restaurants. And of course there's Fenway Park (Go Sox!)"
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  • Margot P.
    "Easy to access by public transportation but an Uber/Lyft is never more than 5 min away either."
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  • Rachel S.
    "I commute via the Green Line to Brookline. The trains tend to come regularly."
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  • Margot P.
    "There are areas that feel less safe than others, especially at night, but overall it's mostly students and I've never felt unsafe at any time of day. For parents of younger children, it's close to a lot of parks and playgrounds, and there are plenty of students looking for part-time jobs for babysitting/nannying."
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  • Rachel S.
    "Some areas are more kid-friendly than others. For example, there is a small park on Edgerly Road, but it is often full of college kids."
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  • Kat N.
    "Good places to walk for dogs."
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  • Kat N.
    "The sport bars are unique. Idk what else to say, it's a cool place."
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  • Kat N.
    "It's walking distance to campus."
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  • Kat N.
    "There's tons of traffic and it's expensive, but convenient."
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  • Cameron M.
    "Fenway Park is good for dogs, but there are lack of dog parks."
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  • Cameron M.
    "Walking into Fenway feels like you walked into another city. Everything you need can be found in under a half mile radius. The neighborhood is never short of entertainment."
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  • Cameron M.
    "It's easy to get to by bus and the green line. It's very easy to access through main streets."
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  • Cameron M.
    "There are cops present given the foot traffic, baseball stadium, and park."
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  • cindy h.
    "I'm not sure as I don't own a dog. But all of the dog owners I see seem very happy."
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  • angela a.
    "It is very close to both Fenway Park and a bunch of universities."
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  • cindy h.
    "Fenway is a good area for schools but not much happening in the area except games."
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  • angela a.
    "It is mostly safe here."
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  • Vanarsdale09
    "I have lived in this area for two years. A lot of young kids, students so we can get loud at times. But it is very accessible to other parts of Boston"
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  • Emelo27
    "I lived here for 6 years. Is a nice neighborhood, lots of good restaurants, and activities but it can get a bit loud and crowded during sports events."
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 14, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,200
Jan 24, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,200
Dec 1, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,800
Nov 8, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,800
Oct 26, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,800

Frequently asked questions about 879 Beacon St

  • What is the price history for 879 Beacon St?
    879 Beacon St in Boston, MA last sold for $2,710,000 in November 2003.
  • Is Boston a buyer's or seller's market?
    Boston is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Boston?
    The median sale price in Boston is $837K. That is up $29.17K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about the Fenway neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Fenway neighborhood in Boston, MA as pedestrian-friendly, walkable to grocery stores, and walkable to restaurants. See recently sold homes in Fenway, Boston.

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