Apartments to rent in Audubon Circle, Boston

Audubon Circle sits inside the Fenway-Kenmore area, which typically reports crime rates at or below the Boston city average for both violent and property crime. The neighborhood is heavily trafficked by students and visitors (Fenway Park, BU), so petty theft and late-night incidents around transit hubs are the most common issues; residents and students report a generally safe daytime environment with typical urban precautions after dark.

Overview

Audubon Circle is a small, historic residential pocket on Beacon Street within Boston’s Fenway/Kenmore area. Designed as an Olmsted-style gateway, the circle and surrounding blocks feature late-19th/early-20th-century residential buildings, walkable retail, and immediate access to major colleges, Fenway Park and the Longwood medical corridor. The population is diverse—students, medical professionals, families and long-term residents—making it lively and transit-forward.

Key Features

• Transit & Walkability: Exceptional walk and transit scores — Green Line access at Kenmore and Fenway makes downtown and citywide travel fast.
• Historic character: Olmsted-designed circle, notable residential architecture, and public art (Birds of Audubon) give the area a distinct identity.
• Proximity to institutions: Steps from Boston University, colleges of the Fenway, and a short ride to Longwood Medical Area hospitals.
• Active dining scene: Many restaurants, cafes and neighborhood markets within a short walk.

Housing Snapshot

• Predominantly rental buildings and historic brownstones converted to apartments — mix of student housing and professional rentals.
• Rents are above Boston’s city average; studios and 1BRs dominate the rental market.
• Limited on-street parking; garages are available but expensive.