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Fenway Kenmore Neighborhood Guide Boston, MA

About

Fenway Kenmore, often referred to as simply Fenway, is a vibrant and lively neighborhood located in Boston, Massachusetts. It's particularly well-known for being home to Fenway Park, where the Boston Red Sox play, and the historic Landsdowne Street, packed with popular bars and music venues. This area is also a hub for education and healthcare, with institutions like Emmanuel College, Simmons University, and several major hospitals like Brigham & Women’s Hospital located within its boundaries. It's easily accessible via several major roads including the Fenway and Boylston Street, as well as numerous MBTA stops.

What You Will Love about Fenway Kenmore, Boston, Massachusetts

  • Fenway Kenmore offers a thriving arts and culture scene, with the Museum of Fine Arts and Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in close proximity.
  • The neighborhood provides abundant green spaces, including the Back Bay Fens, a large picturesque park in the area.
  • The bustling food scene, consisting of Fenway’s Time Out Market and various popular local eateries.
  • The blend of students, working professionals, and families creates a diverse community atmosphere.

What’s Nearby

Fenway Kenmore is a short distance away from downtown Boston, making it a convenient location for work or leisure in the city center. You'll find the Boston University campus to the west and Symphony Hall, one of the world's most highly regarded concert halls, just a few blocks away. Also close by is the trendy Newbury Street known for shopping and dining.

Lifestyle

Fenway Kenmore combines the energy of a college town with the sophistication of a big city. Whether you're looking for a sports game, an evening of live music, or a peaceful stroll in the park, there's something for everyone. Additionally, due to the surrounding schools and hospitals, it’s an ideal neighborhood for students and healthcare professionals.

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Rental Trends in Fenway Kenmore

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Last updated 9/13/2024
2867 Properties Available for Rent

Explore the Neighborhood

There are 2,356 restaurants, 301 grocery stores, and 272 parks within a mile of the Fenway - Kenmore neighborhood.

  • GROCERY
    Whole Foods

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    15 Westland Ave

  • GROCERY
    Symphony Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.2 miles

    1130 Boylston St

  • SHOPPING
    L'Occitane

    Retail, Shopping Mall

    •

    0.3 miles

    800 Boylston St

  • GROCERY
    Foodbasket

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.3 miles

    563 Columbus Ave

  • GROCERY
    Wollaston's Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.3 miles

    360 Huntington Ave

  • GROCERY
    Trader Joe's

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.3 miles

    899 Boylston St

Fenway Kenmore Apartments and Rentals

2867 Rental properties in Fenway Kenmore, Boston, MA.

  • Newcastle Saranac Apartments property

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    Newcastle Saranac Apartments

    1 Bed • 1 Bath

    520 Sqft

    Contact for Availability

  • Avalon North Station property

    $2,890+

    Avalon North Station

    Studio–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    460–1704 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

  • West Square property

    $2,735+

    West Square

    Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    550–1152 Sqft

    4 Units Available

  • 660 Washington property

    $3,285+

    660 Washington

    Studio–3 Beds • 1–3 Baths

    550–1540 Sqft

    2 Units Available

  • Lofts at Kendall Square property

    $2,785+

    Lofts at Kendall Square

    Studio–3 Beds • 1–3 Baths

    440–1374 Sqft

    8 Units Available

  • The West End Apartments-Asteria, Villas and Vesta property

    $3,030+

    The West End Apartments-Asteria, Villas and Vesta

    Studio–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    541–2044 Sqft

    8 Units Available

2867 Properties Available for Rent

Cost of Living

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CategoryCompare to State Avg.Compare to National Avg.
housing
2.5%
119.4%
utilities
1.5%
42.9%
food
0.1%
5%
transportation
0.3%
12.6%
healthcare
0.1%
17.9%

Fenway Kenmore Demographics

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Fenway Kenmore Reviews

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  • Area Has Litter

    No

    Say 9 of 10 renters

  • Nearby Parks

    Yes

    Say 9 of 10 renters

  • Noise Late At Night

    No

    Say 8 of 10 renters

  • Near Downtown

    Yes

    Say 8 of 10 renters

  • Pet Friendly

    Yes

    Say 8 of 10 renters

  • Area Has Potholes

    No

    Say 8 of 10 renters

2867 Properties Available for Rent

Fenway Kenmore Transportation

walk bike and transit

Walker’s Paradise

92/100
Walk Score®
The Walk Score© measures walkability on a scale of 0-100 based on walking routes to destinations such as dining and drinking, groceries, and shopping.

Very Bikeable

86/100
Bike Score®

Excellent Transit

89/100
2 bus stops, 3 train stops, 1 other stop

MBTA Symphony Station

Train Stop

Huntington Ave

Boston Deluxe

Bus Stop

177 Huntington Ave

Massachusetts Avenue - Silver Line

Train Stop

393 Massachusetts Ave

Source: foursquare.com

Fenway Kenmore Schools

2867 Properties Available for Rent