31 Melrose St # 28, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • South End
$3,400/mo
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About this home
New Listing! Avail Sept 1 move in. Be the first to live here since renovations completed. Private entrance into this wonderful Open-Concept Corner unit. Amazing location with Charming neighborhood park directly across the street (see pic) Old-world architecture meets modern updates. Giant, soaring ceilings + beautiful antique terracotta tile floors. Massive living room with many windows--plenty of space for a formal dining setup, a dedicated home office, or both. Gorgeous kitchen combining warm antique wood cabinetry + brand new sleek quartz countertops with a suite of brand-new stainless steel appliances, complete with gas cooking. Fully gutted + reimagined spa-like bath with stunning finishes including a luxurious, double-wide walk-in shower. Brand new in unit Laundry. New central air conditioning. Brand new lighting. Extra storage space in basement. Perfectly placed in prime Bay Village location—where the South End meets the Back Bay. Live right in the middle of the best of urban living has to offer + all the conveniences. Near Tremont Street shops, outdoor cafes, green spaces, the Public Garden, and world-class shopping on Newbury Street. No pets. No smoking. To See: Email Agent.
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Property History
Property Timeline
Listed for Rent
Aug 21, 2026
$3,400
Original listing
Agent: Thom McGair
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/21/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $3,400 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Apartment
Living Area
900 sq ft
Lot Size
99,999,999 sq ft
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
2
Rental Details
Available
Sep 1, 2026
Lease Term
Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes
Water, Sewer
Security Deposit
$3,400
Required
First MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets
No
Pet Policy
No Pets
Interior
Heating
Natural Gas
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
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Unit/Building
28
Sq Ft Source
Owner
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Property Overview
Property Type
Apartment
Listing Type
For Rent
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
900 sq ft
Total Rooms
2
Entry Level
2
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
900 sq ft above grade
Display Options
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, 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:
Natural Gas
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
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Patio & Porch:
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Parking & Garage
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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
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.5 mi
|
#24 of 25
|
Score: 20.2
Improved 363 spots from last year
-38.1 below state avg
125 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
Park Street School
0.5 mi
Grades K-07
The Learning Project
0.6 mi
Grades K-06
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.6 mi
|
#809 of 824
|
Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
Advent School
0.7 mi
Grades K-06
Kingsley Montessori School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-06
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.9 mi
|
#258 of 352
|
Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students
Moderate
Grades PK-08
F
Condon K-8 School
1.1 mi
|
#345 of 352
|
Score: 24.6
Improved 13 spots from last year
-33.6 below state avg
518 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
B
Excel Academy Charter School
1.2 mi
|
#155 of 346
|
Score: 54.9
Improved 160 spots from last year
-3.3 below state avg
1,379 students
Moderate
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Grades 05-12
D
Perkins Elementary School
1.2 mi
|
#772 of 824
|
Score: 30.9
Improved 29 spots from last year
-27.3 below state avg
167 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.4 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.2 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
2.6 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.6 mi
|
#4 of 16
|
Score: 41.9
Improved 187 spots from last year
-16.3 below state avg
1,126 students
Diverse
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
3.0 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
3.0 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.9 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.4 mi
|
#265 of 352
|
Score: 34.9
Improved 20 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
477 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
UP Academy
1.4 mi
Timilty Middle
1.8 mi
High Schools
10 schools
C
Quincy Upper School
0.3 mi
|
#268 of 346
|
Score: 44.6
Improved 4 spots from last year
-13.6 below state avg
557 students
Very Diverse
12 sports
• 208 athletes
High Graduation Rate
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
Cathedral High School
0.6 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
Newman School
0.7 mi
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.7 mi
|
#90 of 346
|
Score: 61.1
Improved 94 spots from last year
+2.9 above state avg
1,509 students
Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.7 mi
|
#13 of 25
|
Score: 31.7
Improved 356 spots from last year
-26.6 below state avg
565 students
Diverse
10 sports
• 242 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
1.9 mi
|
#19 of 346
|
Score: 73.3
Improved 61 spots from last year
+15.1 above state avg
2,424 students
Very Diverse
18 sports
• 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
D
Charlestown High School
2.2 mi
|
#322 of 346
|
Score: 31.0
Improved 49 spots from last year
-27.2 below state avg
754 students
Diverse
11 sports
• 488 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.4 mi
|
#2 of 25
|
Score: 63.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+5.7 above state avg
1,693 students
Very Diverse
17 sports
• 1,298 athletes
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.5 mi
|
#19 of 25
|
Score: 27.6
Improved 346 spots from last year
-30.6 below state avg
604 students
Diverse
8 sports
• 128 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
C-
East Boston High School
2.8 mi
|
#305 of 346
|
Score: 37.3
Improved 31 spots from last year
-20.9 below state avg
1,252 students
Less Diverse
14 sports
• 584 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood
South End
31 Melrose St # 28, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Thom McGair
Listing Office
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Office Phone
617-266-4430
Agent MLS ID
BB807872
Office MLS ID
AN6192
Listing Data Updated
Aug 21, 2026 5:33 PM 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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