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Essex Apartments, 81
Boston, MA 02111

- 1–2 Bedrooms
- 351–635 Square Feet
About Essex Apartments, 81
81 Essex is situated just minutes from many of the city’s main attractions, including The Theater District, The Boston Common, Chinatown, South Station, and Downtown Crossing. The residences feature extra-large windows, central heat and air conditioning, and many have hardwood floors.The complex is convenient to the MBTA Red, Orange, Green, or Silver Lines. Major highways 90 & 93 are just a stone’s throw away. Monthly parking is available at several area garages.Nearby college and graduate schools include Tufts Medical, New England Law, Emerson, New England Medical, and Suffolk. Additional amenities include on-site laundry and 24-hour emergency maintenance.
Essex Apartments, 81 is located in the Chinatown Neighborhood and 02111 Zip code of Boston, MA.
Unique Features and Amenities
- Convenient to Local Parking Garages
- Kitchen and Bath Ceramic Tile Floors
- Minutes from Financial District
- Minutes from Theaters
- Minutes from Universities
- Picture Perfect Floor Plans
Property Contact Info
Office Hours
| Monday | 9:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 9:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 9:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Thursday | 9:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Friday | 9:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Floorplan Pricing and Availability
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1 Bedroom
1 Bedroom 1 Bath
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 351-410 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
Floorplans
Availability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details Available Now 51 351 Available Now 27 351 Available Now 65 351 Model Amenities and Features
Unique Features
- Air Conditioning
- Kitchen and Bath Ceramic Tile Floors
- Picture Perfect Floor Plans
Unit 51 Amenities and Features
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- Air Conditioning
Unique Features
- Kitchen and Bath Ceramic Tile Floors
- Picture Perfect Floor Plans
Unit 27 Amenities and Features
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- Air Conditioning
Unique Features
- Kitchen and Bath Ceramic Tile Floors
- Picture Perfect Floor Plans
Unit 65 Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
Unique Features
- Kitchen and Bath Ceramic Tile Floors
- Picture Perfect Floor Plans
Apartment Model: 1 Bedroom 1 Bath1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 351-410 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
1 Bedroom 1 Bath - Floorplan Apartment Unit: 51Apartment Model: 1 Bedroom 1 Bath1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 351 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 27Apartment Model: 1 Bedroom 1 Bath1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 351 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 65Apartment Model: 1 Bedroom 1 Bath1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 351 sq ftAvailable Now2 Bedrooms
2 Bedroom 1 Bath
2 Beds, 1 Bath, 578-635 sq ftAvailable Sep 1Model Gallery
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Availability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details September 1, 2026 22 578 September 1, 2026 82 635 Model Amenities and Features
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- Air Conditioning
Unique Features
- Kitchen and Bath Ceramic Tile Floors
- Picture Perfect Floor Plans
Unit 22 Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
Unique Features
- Kitchen and Bath Ceramic Tile Floors
- Picture Perfect Floor Plans
Unit 82 Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
Unique Features
- Kitchen and Bath Ceramic Tile Floors
- Picture Perfect Floor Plans
Apartment Model: 2 Bedroom 1 Bath2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 578-635 sq ftAvailable September 1, 2026![]()
2 Bedroom 1 Bath - Floorplan Apartment Unit: 22Apartment Model: 2 Bedroom 1 Bath2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 578 sq ftAvailable September 1, 2026Apartment Unit: 82Apartment Model: 2 Bedroom 1 Bath2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 635 sq ftAvailable September 1, 2026
Property Information
- Renovated In 2005
- 49 Units
- 8 Stories
- Built in 1900
Lease Terms
- 12 mo
- Short Term Lease Options
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
Required Fees
One-Time Basics
- Due at Move-In
- Last Month`s Rent DepositiLast Month's Rent Deposit Charged per unit.100.0% of base rent
Other Fees and Policies
Situational Fees
- Renters ProtectioniRenters Protection Charged per unit.$25.00
- Deposit ReceivediSecurity Deposit Charged per unit.100.0% of base rent
Pet Fees
- Other Pet
- Pet FeeiMonthly Pet Fee Charged Per Pet.$75.00
Parking Info and Fees
- Surface LotiParking Available
Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Features and Amenities
Unique Amenities
- Convenient to Local Parking Garages
- Kitchen and Bath Ceramic Tile Floors
- Minutes from Financial District
- Minutes from Theaters
- Minutes from Universities
- Picture Perfect Floor Plans
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- Grocery
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Nearby Schools
Quincy Upper School
About GreatSchools Data on ApartmentHomeLiving.com.
Points of Interest
Time and distance from Essex Apartments, 81.
Arts Museums and Landmarks
Big Box and Retail
Target
Petco
Walgreens
Colleges and Universities
Groceries
Star Market
Shaw's
Trader Joe's
Hospitals
Military Bases
Boston Support Center
Parks and Recreation
Essex Apartments, 81 has 5 parks within 0.6 miles, including The Freedom Trail, Freedom Trail, Boston Common, New England Holocaust Museum, and Boston Islands National Park.
Restaurants and Dining
Shopping Centers
Essex Apartments, 81 has 5 shopping centers within 1.5 miles.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Rental Price Ranges in the Area
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Studio Apartments | $2,686 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,092 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,800 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,151 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,833 | $800 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,892 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,819 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
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Did You Know?
The average 3 Bedroom Apartment in Boston is $4,151.

