230 Marlborough # 4, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$8,000
$7,750/mo
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About this home
Experience the quintessence of Back Bay living this fall at 230 Marlborough Street. This fully furnished, 2 bedroom, 2 full bathroom floor-through penthouse residence features a bright, open floor plan with south facing window exposures facing the Prudential Center and 4 skylight windows throughout. Enjoy generous closet/storage space, central air conditioning (NEST), washer/dryer in-unit and a renovated (2024) 204 square foot private roof deck complete with outdoor furniture and panoramic city views. Property includes 1 exclusive off street parking space (uncovered) on-site (Public Alley 426 behind building; must walk outside and around the corner) for added value and convenience. 230 Marlborough Street (predominately residential) is centrally located in the heart of Boston's Back Bay neighborhood with easy highway and public transportation access — just a few blocks from Newbury Street's restaurants & retail, the 'Quin House, the famous Commonwealth Avenue Mall, the Charles River Esplanade (equidistant to Dartmouth St. & Fairfield St. footbridges) and more.
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Property History
Market Insights
1
Price Changes
3.1%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Aug 16, 2026
$7,750
$250
(-3.13%)
From $8,000 to $7,750 (-3.1%)
Showing Instructions Updated
Jul 18, 2026
New showing requirements
Listed for Rent
Jul 14, 2026
$8,000
Original listing
Agent: Sophie Whorf
Office: Red Brick Real Estate, LLC
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/16/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $7,750 | $250 | - | From $8,000 to $7,750 (-3.1%) |
| 07/18/2026 | 👁️ Showing Instructions Updated | - | - | - | New showing requirements |
| 07/14/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $8,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1890
Living Area
1,305 sq ft
Lot Size
1,305 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
5
Rental Details
Available
Sep 1, 2026
Lease Term
Lease Terms(Flex.),Term of Rental(9-12+)
Rent Includes
Water, Sewer, Trash Collection, Snow Removal, Furnishings (see Remarks), Laundry Facilities, Parking
Security Deposit
$7,750
Required
First MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets
Yes w/ Restrictions
Pet Policy
Dogs OKCats OKRestrictions Apply
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
None
Laundry
In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
Deck - Roof, Deck - Access Rights, City View(s)
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck - Roof, Deck - Access Rights, Deck - Roof + Access Rights
Parking
Features
None
Total Spaces
1
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
Or 10/1
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Unit/Building
4
Sq Ft Source
Other
Sq Ft Disclosures
Top-floor walkup (no elevator). Spiral staircase in-unit leads to private roof deck (204 square ft).
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
37 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,305 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Entry Level
4
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,305 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck - Roof, Deck - Access Rights, Deck - Roof + Access Rights
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1890
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck - Roof, Deck - Access Rights, City View(s)
Patio & Porch:
Deck - Roof, Deck - Access Rights, Deck - Roof + Access Rights
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
View:
Yes
View Type:
City
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
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
3 schools
Kingsley Montessori School
0.1 mi
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
0.2 mi
Grades K-06
Park Street School
0.6 mi
Grades K-07
Middle Schools
1 school
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
1.2 mi
|
#118 of 352
|
Score: 47.5
Improved 26 spots from last year
-10.7 below state avg
298 students
Very Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
High Schools
3 schools
Newman School
< 0.1 mi
Grades 07-12
Commonwealth School
0.2 mi
Grades 09-12
C-
Snowden International High School
0.2 mi
|
#301 of 346
|
Score: 37.9
Improved 55 spots from last year
-20.3 below state avg
421 students
Diverse
7 sports
• 78 athletes
Rising School
Grades 09-12
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Location
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Neighborhood
Back Bay
230 Marlborough # 4, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Sophie Whorf
Listing Office
Red Brick Real Estate, LLC
Office Phone
617-248-8899
Agent MLS ID
CN240178
Office MLS ID
NB2003
Listing Data Updated
Aug 20, 2026 3:05 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.
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