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Apartment for rent
  • $3,800/mo

    78 Berkeley St APT 7, Boston, MA 02116

    1beds
    639sqft
    Price may not include required fees and charges.
    Apartment
    Available Tue Jul 1 2025
    No pets
    -- A/C
    In unit laundry
    On street parking
    Baseboard
    Contact manager for more details about this home.

    What's special

    Available for a 7/1 or 8/1/2025 lease start. Top-floor living at the crossroads of Back Bay and the South End. Light-filled, thoughtfully updated, and complete with high ceilings and city charm. Located on the top floor of a well-kept brownstone, this south-facing apartment offers a nice blend of space, light, and location. The living area features oversized windows, crown moldings, a decorative fireplace, and a custom-built media cabinet that adds both function and style. Just off the main space, the kitchen is outfitted with granite countertops, cherry cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and ample storage. The bedroom overlooks an interior courtyard, offering a peaceful retreat from city life. The bathroom includes generous built-in storage, a rain showerhead, and a skylight that brings in natural light. The in-unit laundry room also includes built-in shelving and a second closet, while shared laundry and access to a landscaped common patio round out the conveniences. Walk Score: 99/100 arguably a walker's paradise! Just minutes from Newbury Street, Back Bay Station, the Green Line, Copley, Mass Pike, and all the favorite restaurants, bistros, cafes, galleries, and gift shops this location is unbeatable for anyone looking to experience the best of Back Bay and the South End. (Photos and furnishing from past tenants. The apartment will be delivered vacant.) * 1 year lease term. * Tenant pays electric (heating is electric), cable/Wifi. Landlord pays for water. * Upfront costs include first-month rent, security deposit, broker fee (total 3x monthly rent) * Strong income/credit history required
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    Prepare for your first home with confidence

    Consider a first-time homebuyer savings account designed to grow your down payment with up to a 6% match & 4.15% APY.

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 1
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Baseboard
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 639 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: On Street
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Exterior features: Back Bay, Cable not included in rent, Coffee shops, Dining, Electricity not included in rent, Heating not included in rent, Heating system: Baseboard, Parks, Shopping, South End, Water included in rent
    Lot
    • Features: Near Public Transit
    Details
    • Parcel number: CBOSW05P01007S040

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Apartment
    • Property subtype: Apartment

    Utilities & green energy

    • Utilities for property: Water

    Building

    Management
    • Pets allowed: No

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Boston

    Financial & listing details

    • Lease term: 1 Year

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/16/2025Listed for rent$3,800$6/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    5/8/2025Contingent$745,000$1,166/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73364154
    4/24/2025Listed for sale$745,000+12%$1,166/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73364154
    4/21/2025Listing removed$3,800$6/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    3/31/2025Listed for rent$3,800+2.7%$6/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals

    Neighborhood: South End

    There are 3 available units in this apartment building