Apartments to rent in 02215, Boston

Fenway (02215) is generally comparable to or a bit safer than Boston’s city average for violent crime and somewhat lower for property crime in many published neighborhood estimates; however this area sees spikes in police activity around large events (Fenway Park) and transit hubs. Typical safety notes: stay aware of busy game-day crowds, secure bikes, and avoid leaving valuables visible in cars. For block-level detail consult Boston PD crime maps and recent neighborhood reports.

Overview

02215 covers Boston’s Fenway–Kenmore and nearby Longwood pockets: a compact, highly walkable urban neighborhood anchored by universities, medical institutions and Fenway Park. Inventory skews toward mid-rise and large apartment buildings, many rented year-round to students, young professionals and hospital staff. The area offers excellent transit access and abundant restaurants, but higher rents and event-day congestion are tradeoffs.

Key Features

• Transit & Walkability: World-class walk and transit scores with multiple Green Line stops (Kenmore, Hynes, BU stops).
• Education & Hospitals: Close to Boston University, BU Academy, Longwood Medical Area and several specialty schools and colleges.
• Culture & Sports: Fenway Park, museums and a dense restaurant/nightlife scene make the area vibrant and attractive to renters.
• Strong Rental Market: High rental demand driven by students, medical staff and young professionals; market temperature often 'hot' for rentals.

Housing Snapshot

• High share of rental units (most units are rented rather than owned).
• Typical product: mid-rise apartments, university housing, and newer luxury buildings with amenity packages.
• Rents are above national average and vary widely by building class and proximity to event corridors.

History

• Fenway Park & 20th century growth Fenway Park (opened 1912) and the development around it shaped the neighborhood’s identity and commercial corridors.
• Longwood medical cluster The Longwood Medical and academic complex developed across the 20th century into a major employment and research hub adjacent to Fenway.
• University expansion Boston University and other colleges have expanded campus housing and facilities in and around 02215, influencing rental demand and services.

Demographics and Lifestyle

• Younger population Significant student and young-professional population (median age in the 20s).
• Dense urban living High population density, strong transit use, many walkable errands.
• Active nightlife & dining Restaurants and bars concentrated around Kenmore, Boylston and Ipswich make the neighborhood a dining destination.
• Health & education employment Large share of residents commute to or work in education and healthcare (BU, Longwood hospitals).