East Canton Street Apartments is a community of 80 affordable apartment homes nestled in Boston's historic South End. Built in the late 1800s, the property is comprised of four separate buildings (at 79, 89, 99 & 109 East Canton Street), each listed individually on the National Register of Historic Places.
East Canton Street Apartments offers 1, 2, and 3 bedroom apartment homes through the Federal Low Income Housing Tax Credit Program and the Federal Section 8 Program (Project Based Section 8 Program) .
Community amenities include: laundry facilities and 24-hour emergency maintenance. All floor plans are based on 30% of the annual household income (see below for income limits). Any Rental amounts listed here are based on the current average resident rents. Rents and income limits are subject to change. East Canton Street Apartments is located amongst one of the city's most thriving arts communities, and is convenient to schools, hospitals, shops, restaurants and public transportation. We are located in Boston's South End. Close to the Silver line, MBTA, South Bay Shops and Restaurants.
Senior housingIncome restricted
East Canton Street Apartments
109 E Canton St, Boston, MA 02118
Apartment building
1-2 beds
Parking lot
Shared laundry
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges
Price may not include required fees and charges.
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$2,900+·1 bed, 1 bath
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$3,787+·2 bed, 1 bath
What's special
Office hours
Day | Open hours |
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Mon - Fri: | 9 am - 4 pm |
Sat: | Closed |
Sun: | Closed |
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Accessibility
- Disabled Access
Other
- Laundry: Shared
Security
- Controlled Access
- Intercom
Services & facilities
- 24 Hour Maintenance
- Elevator
- On-Site Management
- Online Maintenance Portal
- Online Rent Payment
Unit Features
Appliances
- Freezer
- Garbage Disposal
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
Flooring
- Laminate
- Linoleum
- Tile
- Vinyl
Heating
- Gas
Other
- .8 Of A Mile Away From South Bay Shopping Plaza
- Historic Buildings In South End!
- Income Limits Apply- Section 8 Project Based
- Rent Is Based On 30% Of The Annual Household Income
- Walking Distance To Mbta Bus Stops And Trains
Policies
Lease terms
- One year
Pets
Cats
- Not allowed
Small dogs
- Not allowed
Large dogs
- Not allowed
Parking
- Parking Lot
Neighborhood: South End
Areas of interest
Use our interactive map to explore the neighborhood and see how it matches your interests.
Travel times
Nearby schools in Boston
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Blackstone Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Hurley K-8 SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 1/10William MckinleyGrades: 2-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Market Trends
Rental market summary
The average rent for all beds and all property types in Boston, MA is $3,350.
Average rent
$3,350
Month-over-month
-$25
Year-over-year
+$50
Available rentals
15,386
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of East Canton Street Apartments?
East Canton Street Apartments has a walk score of 90, it's very walkable.
What is the transit score of East Canton Street Apartments?
East Canton Street Apartments has a transit score of 77, it has excellent transit.
What schools are assigned to East Canton Street Apartments?
The schools assigned to East Canton Street Apartments include Blackstone Elementary School, Hurley K-8 School, and William Mckinley.
Does East Canton Street Apartments have in-unit laundry?
No, but East Canton Street Apartments has shared building laundry.
What neighborhood is East Canton Street Apartments in?
East Canton Street Apartments is in the South End neighborhood in Boston, MA.
What are East Canton Street Apartments's policies on pets?
Cats are not allowed. Small dogs are not allowed. Large dogs are not allowed.
This is an income restricted propertyThis property offers housing at affordable prices. Renters or households must meet income requirements, and the property manager may have additional eligibility criteria.