42 Beach Street # 8B, Boston MA 02111
Boston, MA 02111 • Chinatown
$3,500/mo
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About this home
Welcome to your urban oasis at 42 Beach Street, Unit 8B in vibrant Downtown-Chinatown, Boston! This bright and sunny 2 bedroom, 1 full bathroom apartment with solid hardwood floors, oversized windows throughout and an open kitchen with granite counter tops, offers a good size living area. This rental apartment features in-unit washer and dryer and central air conditioning. Walking distance to Tufts Dental School; Boylston St. (Green Line), Downtown Crossing (Orange Line), and South Station (Red Line) MBTA stations; Steps away to restaurants, shopping and walking distance to Boston Commons. Multiple parking garages nearby; Easy access to I - 90 Masspike, I - 93 and Route 1.
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Property History
Market Insights
Property Timeline
Lease Pending
Jul 23, 2026
Lease pending
Listed for Rent
Jul 13, 2026
$3,500
Original listing
Agent: Caroline Morson
Office: Compass
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/23/2026 | ⏳ Lease Pending | - | - | - | Lease pending |
| 07/13/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $3,500 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Condominium
Living Area
852 sq ft
Lot Size
852 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Rental Details
Available
Aug 1, 2026
Lease Term
Lease Terms(Lease),Term of Rental(12 Mon)
Rent Includes
Water, Sewer
Security Deposit
$3,500
Required
First MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets
No
Pet Policy
No Pets
Interior
Heating
Central, Heat Pump, Unit Control
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
None
Sewer
None
Gas
None
Other
None
Building & Pet Policy
HOA
Yes
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Unit/Building
8B
Sq Ft Source
Master Deed
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
11 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Lease Pending
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
852 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Entry Level
8
Floor Layout
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Construction & Materials
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Central, Heat Pump, Unit Control
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
Nearby Schools
School District
Boston School District local
C-
Where Graduates Go
Class of 2021
52%
attend college
38%
4-Year
14%
2-Year
7%
Out of State
7%
Working
School Safety
2024-25
3.7%
Above Average
3.2%
Suspensions
0.3%
In-School
0.5%
Emergency
1.8% below state avg
Elementary Schools
10 schools
Park Street School
0.6 mi
Grades K-07
Advent School
0.7 mi
Grades K-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.8 mi
|
#24 of 25
|
Score: 20.4
Improved 363 spots from last year
-37.8 below state avg
80 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-12
The Learning Project
0.8 mi
Grades K-06
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.9 mi
|
#808 of 825
|
Score: 26.2
Improved 13 spots from last year
-32 below state avg
572 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
St. John Elementary School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-08
F
Condon K-8 School
1.0 mi
|
#347 of 352
|
Score: 24.2
Improved 11 spots from last year
-34 below state avg
448 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
A
Eliot K-8 Innovation School
1.1 mi
|
#47 of 352
|
Score: 57.5
Improved 3 spots from last year
-0.7 below state avg
779 students
Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
Kingsley Montessori School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-06
St. Peter Academy School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.4 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.5 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.9 mi
|
#4 of 16
|
Score: 42.5
Improved 187 spots from last year
-15.7 below state avg
1,225 students
Diverse
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Nativity Prep School
2.9 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
3.2 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
3.3 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
4.1 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.7 mi
|
#266 of 352
|
Score: 35.0
Improved 19 spots from last year
-23.2 below state avg
458 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
UP Academy
1.4 mi
Edwards Middle
1.9 mi
High Schools
10 schools
C
Quincy Upper School
0.3 mi
|
#279 of 346
|
Score: 44.4
Dropped 7 spots from last year
-13.8 below state avg
575 students
Very Diverse
12 sports
• 208 athletes
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
Cathedral High School
0.8 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
Newman School
1.1 mi
Grades 07-12
D
Charlestown High School
2.0 mi
|
#319 of 346
|
Score: 32.9
Improved 52 spots from last year
-25.4 below state avg
646 students
Diverse
11 sports
• 488 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
2.0 mi
|
#13 of 25
|
Score: 33.4
Improved 356 spots from last year
-24.8 below state avg
565 students
Moderate
10 sports
• 242 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
2.1 mi
|
#90 of 346
|
Score: 61.6
Improved 94 spots from last year
+3.4 above state avg
1,518 students
Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
2.3 mi
|
#20 of 346
|
Score: 73.7
Improved 60 spots from last year
+15.5 above state avg
2,382 students
Very Diverse
18 sports
• 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
C-
East Boston High School
2.4 mi
|
#300 of 346
|
Score: 38.2
Improved 36 spots from last year
-20 below state avg
1,181 students
Moderate
14 sports
• 584 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.5 mi
|
#20 of 25
|
Score: 29.1
Improved 345 spots from last year
-29.1 below state avg
584 students
Diverse
8 sports
• 128 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.7 mi
|
#2 of 25
|
Score: 64.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+6.7 above state avg
1,669 students
Very Diverse
17 sports
• 1,298 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood
Chinatown
42 Beach Street # 8B, Boston MA 02111
Boston, MA 02111
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Caroline Morson
Listing Office
Compass
Office Phone
617-206-3333
Agent MLS ID
CN222162
Office MLS ID
AN2383
Listing Data Updated
Jul 24, 2026 9:35 AM EDT
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