RENTED MAY 14, 2026

281 Franklin St Unit 203 Boston, MA 02110

Downtown Boston Neighborhood
-- Beds
1 Bath
452 Sq Ft
2,139 Sq Ft Lot

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • 4-minute walk to Aquarium Station
  • Home Security System
  • Beethoven Elementary School Rated A-
  • Intercom
  • 2-minute walk to Rose Kennedy Greenway

About This Home

As of May 2026

TWO MONTHS FREE RENT! Base rent: $3,300. Welcome to 281 Franklin Street, a historic Downtown building reimagined for modern living. Unit 203 is a front-facing studio with expansive windows that fill the space with natural light, highlighting the soaring ceilings and exposed brick and beams. The open layout maximizes space, while the well-appointed kitchen features sleek cabinetry and premium appliances. Perfectly situated near top restaurants, shops, and public transit, this unit offers the best of city living in a charming, character-filled setting. This unit reflects similar residences in the building—contact the agent for full availability.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Brandon Murphy

Burns Realty & Investments LLC Listed on: 03/31/2026

Last Renter's Agent

Brandon Murphy

Burns Realty & Investments LLC Listed on: 03/31/2026

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Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Lot Details

  • 2,139

Home Design

  • 452 Sq Ft Home
  • Apartment
  • Entry on the 2nd floor

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Intercom

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Heating Available

Additional Features

  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • 2,139 Sq Ft Lot

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $3,025
  • Rent includes water, sewer, trash collection, snow removal
  • 12 Month Lease Term
  • Assessor Parcel Number 3366138

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Pet Policy

  • Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Lot Details

2,139 Sq Ft Lot

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions
  • Lease Term: Term of Rental(12)
  • Available Now: Yes
  • Deposit Required: Yes
  • FIRST MON REQD: Yes
  • INSURANCE REQD: Yes
  • LAST MON REQD: No
  • REFERENCES REQD: No
  • SEC DEPOSIT: 3025

Listing Details

  • Mls Status: Rented
  • Standard Status: Closed
  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Sub Type: Apartment
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Year Round: Yes
  • MLSPIN_PET_RESTRICTIONS_ALLOW: Pets Negotiable
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 452
  • Living Area: 452
  • Other Equipment: Intercom
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN2838
  • MAIN SO: AN2838

Exterior Features

  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Waterfront YN: No

Utilities

  • Heating: Ductless
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Security System

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Rent Includes: Water, Sewer, Trash Collection, Snow Removal
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3366138
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 2139
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: Yes

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/14/2026 05/14/26 Rented $3,300 +20.0% --
04/30/2026 04/30/26 Price Changed $2,750 -7.7% $6 / Sq Ft
04/29/2026 04/29/26 Price Changed $2,980 -1.5% $7 / Sq Ft
03/31/2026 03/31/26 For Rent $3,025 -- --
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Map

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MLS Number: 73494006

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