Availability
Sep 1st, 2026Beds
2Baths
1Published
30 days ago
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Rent price history
| Date | Price | Listed by |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | $3,200-6% | John Conroy |
| Mar 2026 | $3,400 | Eddie Wang |
| Mar 2026 | $3,400 | John Conroy |
| Aug 2025 | $3,400 | Spot Easy agent |
| Feb 2025 | $3,400 | Oksana Palenga |
| Apr 2022 | $3,400+13% | Spot Easy agent |
| Feb 2022 | $3,000+6% | Spot Easy agent |
| Nov 2021 | $2,825 | Spot Easy agent |
Neighborhood FAQ
What neighborhood is 81 Essex St in?
Chinatown, Boston (02111).
What's Chinatown known for?
One of Boston's most densely populated neighborhoods, wedged between the Theatre District and South Station with easy walking access to Tufts Medical Center and Downtown Crossing; known for its concentration of restaurants and small businesses along Beach and Harrison Streets, with new condo and apartment buildings replacing older commercial space in recent years.
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How do people get around Chinatown?
Orange Line: Chinatown; Silver Line (bus rapid transit, SL4/SL5): Chinatown
What's the median rent for a 2-bedroom in Chinatown right now?
Median asking rent is $4,888/mo (typical range $3,784–$5,096), as of June 2026.
How does Chinatown rent compare with nearby neighborhoods for a 2-bedroom?
Chinatown's median is $4,888/mo, next to South End $4,000/mo, South Boston $3,900/mo — same bed size, same month, and only areas with enough active listings to report.
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