78 Carolina Ave # 2, Boston MA 02130
Boston, MA 02130 • Jamaica Plain
$3,450/mo
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About this home
Classic yet updated 3 bedroom 2 bath condo available for September 1st in the middle of all that JP has to offer. Very charming street with access to shops, restaurants, coffee shops, transportation library, the pond, and arboretum. This condo is updated with two full baths, new kitchen and appliances and central heat and ac! Private covered porch in the back as well as a large shared yard. Easy street parking and 39 bus stop at end of the street as well as close proximity to Green St and Forest Hills station. First month and security deposit required. Cats are welcome. Come and enjoy all that the vibrant community of Jamaica Plain has to offer!
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Property History
Market Insights
Property Timeline
Lease Pending
Jun 17, 2026
Lease pending
Listed for Rent
May 18, 2026
$3,450
Original listing
Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/17/2026 | ⏳ Lease Pending | - | - | - | Lease pending |
| 05/18/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $3,450 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Apartment
Year Built
1880
Living Area
1,100 sq ft
Lot Size
1,200 sq ft
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
5
Rental Details
Available
Sep 1, 2026
Lease Term
Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes
Water, Sewer, Trash Collection
Security Deposit
$3,450
Required
First MonthDepositReferences
Pets
Yes w/ Restrictions
Pet Policy
Dogs OKCats OKRestrictions Apply
Interior
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
Common Area, In Building
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
Porch
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Porch
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
2
Sq Ft Source
Owner
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
30 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Apartment
Listing Type
Lease Pending
Year Built
1880
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,100 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Entry Level
3
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,100 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch
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, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
Common Area, In Building
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1880
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Natural Gas
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch
Patio & Porch:
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
Neighborhood School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-06
C
Curley K-8 School
0.7 mi
|
#268 of 352
|
Score: 34.7
Dropped 57 spots from last year
-23.5 below state avg
902 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
C-
Mendell Elementary School
0.8 mi
|
#674 of 824
|
Score: 37.2
Dropped 147 spots from last year
-21 below state avg
309 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Italian Home For Children
0.9 mi
Grades PK-09
C-
Hernandez Elementary School
0.9 mi
|
#692 of 824
|
Score: 36.2
Dropped 88 spots from last year
-22 below state avg
372 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
C
Boston Teachers Union Elementary Pilot School
0.9 mi
|
#251 of 352
|
Score: 36.0
Improved 46 spots from last year
-22.2 below state avg
249 students
Very Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
British International School of Boston
1.0 mi
Grades PK-12
C
John F Kennedy School
1.0 mi
|
#633 of 824
|
Score: 39.2
Dropped 58 spots from last year
-19 below state avg
399 students
Diverse
Grades PK-06
Parkside Christian Academy/Cross Factor Academy
1.1 mi
Grades PK-12
F
Ellis Elementary School
1.2 mi
|
#817 of 824
|
Score: 24.7
Dropped 57 spots from last year
-33.5 below state avg
391 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
Middle Schools
10 schools
Nativity Prep School
1.1 mi
Grades 05-08
Mother Caroline Academy
1.4 mi
Grades 05-08
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.6 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Dearborn Middle School
1.6 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.0 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
Epiphany School
2.6 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
3.6 mi
C
Ohrenberger School
3.7 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
Irving Middle
1.8 mi
Frederick Pilot Middle
1.9 mi
High Schools
10 schools
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
0.1 mi
|
#14 of 25
|
Score: 31.3
Improved 349 spots from last year
-26.9 below state avg
428 students
Less Diverse
Strong AP Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
D
English High School
0.2 mi
|
#324 of 346
|
Score: 29.7
Improved 34 spots from last year
-28.5 below state avg
720 students
Moderate
8 sports
• 332 athletes
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
0.6 mi
Grades 06-09
A+
Boston Latin Academy
1.5 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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
2.0 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
2.1 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
2.1 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
B+
TechBoston Academy
2.4 mi
|
#11 of 25
|
Score: 34.1
Improved 349 spots from last year
-24.1 below state avg
850 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
2.9 mi
|
#333 of 346
|
Score: 25.8
Improved 28 spots from last year
-32.4 below state avg
399 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
C+
New Mission High School
3.1 mi
|
#240 of 346
|
Score: 47.3
Improved 88 spots from last year
-10.9 below state avg
715 students
Diverse
13 sports
• 458 athletes
Early College Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood
Jamaica Plain
78 Carolina Ave # 2, Boston MA 02130
Boston, MA 02130
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Brian Fizer
Listing Office
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone
617-522-2200
Agent MLS ID
CN256665
Office MLS ID
AN8364
Listing Data Updated
Jun 17, 2026 6:08 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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