242 Beacon St

(617) 512-6900
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Boston, MA 02116

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242 Beacon St

Boston, MA 02116
(617) 512-6900
242 Beacon St in Boston, MA - Building Photo
1 Bedroom - Condo for Rent
Unit 1
  • 1BR, 1BACondo
  • $2,850Total Monthly Price
  • Available NowAvailability

About 242 Beacon St

A most charming and gracious front-facing, sunny side 1 BR/1 BA, 685 SF home w elevator. Located in a former Beacon St Mansion once owned by Godfrey Lowell Cabot, the oversized front facing living room has a radiant bay window, refinished rich oak hardwood flrs w walnut stain, crisp white English country style built-in bookshelves & cabinets. The cozy bedroom is tucked away off the living room yet gets great light for an interior space. A curved doorway graces the hallway, leading to a large updated bathroom w tumbled stone tile, charming wall sconces, & a stylish, designer pedestal sink. A large walk-in closet has been converted w shelving & is currently used as an office off the fully applcd spacious kitchen. Central A/C. The Charles River is your backyard and The Back Bay your front. Truly a Home Sweet Home!

242 Beacon St is located in the Back Bay Neighborhood and 02116 Zip code of Boston, MA.

Property Contact Info

Contact: Andrea Whitcomb

Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Package Service
  • Laundry Facilities

Outdoor Features

  • Controlled Access

Interior Features

  • Air Conditioning

Living Area Features

  • Tile Floors
  • Hardwood Floors
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242 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02116

Frequently Asked Questions about 242 Beacon St

What type of rental is available at 242 Beacon St?

There is currently a 1 Bed 1 Bath Condo for rent sq ft listed at 242 Beacon St. It is Available Now.

How much is the rent at 242 Beacon St?

The rental at 242 Beacon St is currently listed at $2,850.

What area of town is 242 Beacon St located in?

Located in the Back Bay Neighborhood, 242 Beacon St is in the 02116 Zip Code of Boston, MA.

Points of Interest

Time and distance from 242 Beacon St.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Boston Public Library

700 Boylston St.
1 minute drive / 0.06 miles away

Skywalk Observatory

800 Boylston Street
1 minute drive / 0.16 miles away

Commonwealth Avenue Mall

1 Commonwealth Avenue
1 minute drive / 0.49 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

841 Boylston St
1 minute drive / 0.16 miles away

Macy's

1 Summer St
3 minute drive / 1.06 miles away

Petco

119 1st St
3 minute drive / 1.21 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Berklee College of Music

1140 Boylston St
1 minute drive / 0.42 miles away

Emerson College

120 Boylston Street
2 minute drive / 0.74 miles away

Northeastern University

360 Huntington Ave
2 minute drive / 0.84 miles away

Groceries

Star Market

53 Huntington Ave
1 minute drive / 0.15 miles away

Trader Joe's

748 Memorial Dr
5 minute drive / 1.84 miles away

Whole Foods

340 River St
5 minute drive / 1.89 miles away

Hospitals

Tufts Medical Center

800 Washington Street
2 minute drive / 0.83 miles away

Massachusetts Eye And Ear Infirmary

243 Charles Street
3 minute drive / 1.01 miles away

Massachusetts General Hospital

55 Fruit Street
3 minute drive / 1.03 miles away

Military Bases

Boston Support Center

5 minute drive / 1.92 miles away

Hanscom Air Force Base

26 minute drive / 12.47 miles away

Parks and Recreation

The Boston Public Garden

87 Mount Vernon Street
2 minute drive / 0.83 miles away

Freedom Trail

148 Tremont Street
2 minute drive / 0.93 miles away

Fenway Park

4 Yawkey Way
2 minute drive / 0.98 miles away

242 Beacon St has 5 parks within 1.0 miles, including The Boston Public Garden, Freedom Trail, Fenway Park, The Freedom Trail, and Boston Common.

Restaurants and Dining

Atlantic Fish Company

761 Boylston Street
1 minute drive / 0.08 miles away

Sibling Rivalry

525 Tremont St.
1 minute drive / 0.61 miles away

Modern Pastry

257 Hanover Street
4 minute drive / 1.59 miles away

Shopping Centers

Prudential Center

800 Boylston St
1 minute drive / 0.19 miles away

Copley Place

100 Huntington Ave
1 minute drive / 0.22 miles away

Mings Super Market

1102-1130 Washington St
2 minute drive / 0.85 miles away

242 Beacon St has 5 shopping centers within 1.5 miles.

Transit Stations

Copley Station-Green Line - B

640 Boylston St
1 minute drive / 0.13 miles away

Copley Station-Green Line - C

640 Boylston St
1 minute drive / 0.13 miles away

Copley Station-Green Line - D

640 Boylston St
1 minute drive / 0.13 miles away

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