42 West Newton # 424, Boston MA 02118
Boston, MA 02118 • South End
$3,600
$3,500/mo
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About this home
Beautiful fourth-floor two-bedroom in a lovely condominium building! Laundry in the unit! Ideally situated in the heart of Boston's South End, this home overlooks Blackstone Square and offers easy access to some of the neighborhood's best amenities. Enjoy morning coffee from the nearby Flour Bakery or other countless shops and cafes.. Experience the vibrant dining, shopping, and cultural scene that makes the South End one of Boston's most sought-after neighborhoods. Easy access to Boston Medical Center.
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Property History
Market Insights
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Price Changes
2.8%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Oct 8, 2026
$3,500
$100
(-2.78%)
From $3,600 to $3,500 (-2.8%)
Showing Instructions Updated
Oct 3, 2026
New showing requirements
Listed for Rent
Sep 29, 2026
$3,600
Original listing
Agent: Erik Puslys
Office: Fenway Property Advisors
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/08/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $3,500 | $100 | - | From $3,600 to $3,500 (-2.8%) |
| 10/03/2026 | 👁️ Showing Instructions Updated | - | - | - | New showing requirements |
| 09/29/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $3,600 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Apartment
Living Area
775 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
5
Rental Details
Available
Available Now
Lease Term
Term of Rental(6+)
Rent Includes
Heat, Water, Sewer
Security Deposit
$3,500
Required
DepositReferences
Pets
No
Pet Policy
No Pets
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
Oven
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
424
Sq Ft Source
Other
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
9 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Apartment
Listing Type
For Rent
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
775 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Entry Level
4
Floor Layout
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Oven
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Construction & Materials
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
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
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.2 mi
|
#808 of 825
|
Score: 26.2
Improved 13 spots from last year
-32 below state avg
572 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.2 mi
|
#259 of 352
|
Score: 35.7
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-22.5 below state avg
337 students
Moderate
Grades PK-08
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.4 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
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.6 mi
|
#766 of 825
|
Score: 31.2
Improved 35 spots from last year
-27 below state avg
201 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
0.6 mi
|
#325 of 352
|
Score: 28.8
Improved 14 spots from last year
-29.4 below state avg
716 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
B
Excel Academy Charter School
0.7 mi
|
#149 of 346
|
Score: 56.4
Improved 166 spots from last year
-1.9 below state avg
1,376 students
Moderate
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Grades 05-12
Kingsley Montessori School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
1.0 mi
Grades K-06
F
Condon K-8 School
1.1 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
Park Street School
1.2 mi
Grades K-07
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.3 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.4 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
1.9 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
1.9 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
Dearborn Middle School
2.2 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.3 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.2 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.6 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
Timilty Middle
1.1 mi
UP Academy
1.3 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Cathedral High School
0.3 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.8 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
0.9 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
Newman School
1.0 mi
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.0 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
1.4 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
1.7 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
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.2 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
Meridian Academy
2.3 mi
Grades 06-09
D
English High School
2.9 mi
|
#328 of 346
|
Score: 28.9
Improved 30 spots from last year
-29.3 below state avg
653 students
Diverse
8 sports
• 332 athletes
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood
South End
42 West Newton # 424, Boston MA 02118
Boston, MA 02118
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Erik Puslys
Listing Office
Fenway Property Advisors
Office Phone
617-262-9966
Agent MLS ID
CT002139
Office MLS ID
AN8690
Listing Data Updated
Oct 8, 2026 3:16 PM EDT
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