Apartments to rent in 02110, Boston

02110 covers Boston’s Financial District and parts of the waterfront and Downtown (Long Wharf, Atlantic Ave). This ZIP is highly walkable with excellent transit access, a small resident population and a rental market dominated by high-rise condos and luxury buildings — meaning higher-than-city-average rents and strong listings turnover for well-located units.

Nearby ZIPs Comparison

ZIPsCostSchoolsSafetyWalkability
02110 — Financial District / Downtown High Good Less Safe Excellent
02109 — North End / Waterfront High Good Safe Excellent
02108 — Beacon Hill / West End High Good Safe Excellent
02111 — Chinatown / Downtown / South Cove High Good Less Safe Excellent
02114 — Beacon Hill / West End High Good Safe Excellent
Excellent/Good
Average
Poor/Less Safe

Source: Zillow / RentHop / RentCafe

ZIP 02110 Rental Prices

Studio
$2,890 – $3,800
1 bedroom
$2,990 – $4,800
2 bedroom
$5,250 – $5,850
3 bedroom
$7,995 – $19,800

Source: Zillow / RentHop / RentCafe

Rentals available in 02110

02110 Schools & Education

Top Public Schools

Top Private Schools

Source: GreatSchools / school websites

02110 Safety & Crime Overview

Less Safe

02110 (Financial District / Downtown) sees more property crime and theft incidents than many residential ZIPs because of heavy daytime foot traffic and tourist areas (waterfront, Faneuil Hall/Haymarket nearby). Per ZIP-level crime aggregators the area’s per-capita property-crime metrics are higher than the Boston average; residents should exercise typical urban precautions, secure bikes, and avoid leaving valuables visible in parked cars. Police presence is significant near Government Center and transit hubs, but incident rates vary block-by-block.

Source: CrimeGrade.org (ZIP-level crime aggregation)

02110 Walkability, Transit & Bike Scores

Walk Score ~98
Walker's Paradise
Transit Score ~100
Rider's Paradise
Bike Score ~87
Very Bikeable
<10 min
Multiple T stations within a short walk (Aquarium, Downtown Crossing, State, South Station); fast connections to the rest of the city and commuter rail at South Station.

Source: Walk Score

02110, Boston Summary

Overview

02110 covers Boston’s Financial District and parts of the Waterfront and Long Wharf. It’s a compact downtown ZIP with top walkability and transit access, luxury high‑rise rentals, and strong demand from professionals who work in finance, law, and nearby government offices. The area has comparatively few full‑time residents, so the daytime population swells with commuters and tourists.

Key Features

  • Transit & Walkability: World‑class transit access (Red/Orange/Blue Lines, commuter rail at South Station) and near‑perfect walk scores make cars optional.
  • Waterfront & Parks: Close to Christopher Columbus Park and Rose Kennedy Greenway — rare open spaces for a downtown ZIP.
  • High rents & luxury stock: Housing in 02110 is skewed toward condos and amenity‑rich high‑rises, producing higher-than-city-average rents and significant price dispersion between basic studios and multi‑bed luxury units.
  • Historic & civic access: Near the Freedom Trail, Faneuil Hall, and Government Center — convenient for culture and public services.

Housing Snapshot

  • Predominantly mid‑ to high‑rise condos and converted commercial buildings.
  • Rents well above Boston median; luxury units can list for multiple thousands per month.
  • Limited street parking; many buildings include valet or lease commercial garage stalls.

History

  • Maritime & trade origins: Much of the waterfront and Long Wharf area developed from Boston’s maritime trade; Long Wharf and Commercial Wharf have historic significance.
  • Financial district growth: The Financial District grew during the 19th and 20th centuries into Boston’s corporate and legal hub; many historic commercial buildings now coexist with modern towers.

Demographics and Lifestyle

  • Resident profile: Small resident population, older median age compared to Boston overall, high household incomes for those who live inside the ZIP.
  • Lifestyle: Urban lifestyle oriented to dining, cultural amenities, and walking; good for singles, professionals and empty‑nesters who prioritize location over yard space.
  • Tourism & daytime economy: Heavy daytime visitor traffic supports restaurants and retail but can make evenings busier near tourist attractions.