Josiah Quincy Elementary School
⭐ 5/10 GreatSchools / local listings
885 Washington St, Boston, MA
🧭 ~0.9 mi (commonly listed as the nearest assigned elementary school)
Apartments to rent in Seaport, Boston
Seaport (the South Boston Waterfront / Seaport District) is Boston’s fast-growing waterfront neighborhood and Innovation District. Known for luxury condos, tech and life‑science offices, waterfront parks and a booming restaurant scene, Seaport is largely covered by ZIP 02210 and offers very walkable, transit-forward living within minutes of downtown Boston.
Nearby Neighborhoods Comparison
| Neighborhoods | Cost | Schools | Safety | Walkability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seaport | High | Good | Safe | Excellent |
| Fort Point | Average | Good | Safe | Excellent |
| South Boston | Average | Good | Safe | Good |
| Financial District | High | Good | Safe | Excellent |
| South End | High | Good | Safe | Excellent |
Excellent/Good
Average
Poor/Less Safe
Seaport, Boston Rental Prices
Studio
$3,100 – $3,800
1 bedroom
$3,900 – $4,900
2 bedroom
$5,000 – $7,600
3 bedroom
$7,000 – $9,000
Rentals available in Seaport, Boston
Seaport, Boston Schools & Education
Top Public Schools
Eliot K-8 Innovation School
⭐ 8/10 GreatSchools / local listings
Eliot K-8, Boston, MA
🧭 ~1.0 mi (serves parts of downtown/Seaport area)
James F. Condon School
⭐ 6/10 Local school listings
South Boston, MA
🧭 ~1.0–1.2 mi (South Boston neighborhood)
Quincy Upper School
⭐ Not rated Local listings
Boston, MA
🧭 ~1.0–1.2 mi (middle/high school option for parts of Seaport)
Top Private Schools
South Boston Catholic Academy
⭐ Not rated School website / private school listings
East Broadway / South Boston
🧭 ~1.0–1.3 mi (popular private elementary option for families in Seaport/South Boston)
Park Street School
⭐ Not rated Private school listings
Beacon Hill / nearby downtown
🧭 ~1.4 mi (short commute across the city core)
St. John School (North End)
⭐ Not rated Private school directories
North End, Boston
🧭 ~1.0–1.5 mi
Source: Boston Public Schools / local real estate school listings
Seaport, Boston Safety & Crime Overview
Safe
Seaport (ZIP 02210) is a dense commercial/residential waterfront district with active public spaces and heavy foot traffic. Property crime (theft, bike/vehicle break-ins) tends to be higher in waterfront and tourist hotspots compared with quieter residential neighborhoods, while violent crime rates remain lower than or similar to Boston averages for downtown areas. Residents and renters commonly report strong police presence around major venues and the convention center but recommend usual urban precautions (secure bikes, watch luggage, avoid poorly lit streets late at night).
Source: NeighborhoodScout / GeoIQ (ZIP 02210 crime summaries)
Seaport, Boston Walkability, Transit & Bike Scores
Walk Score ~89
Very Walkable
Transit Score ~100
Rider's Paradise (Silver Line + South Station connections)
Bike Score ~80
Very Bikeable
<15 min
To Downtown (South Station/Financial District) by Silver Line or a 10–15 minute bike; South Station is a 8–12 minute walk from central Seaport locations.
Seaport, Boston Summary
Overview
Seaport (the South Boston Waterfront / Innovation District) is Boston’s newly built waterfront neighborhood anchored by the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, office towers, high‑end condos and a dense restaurant scene. It’s highly walkable and transit-connected (Silver Line / South Station), drawing professionals in tech, life sciences and hospitality. Rents and home prices are well above city averages; the area is attractive for renters seeking waterfront living and easy downtown access.
Key Features
- Waterfront & parks: Harborwalk, Fan Pier Park and several new public plazas give Seaport a waterfront character rare for downtown neighborhoods.
- Transit-friendly: Silver Line stations (Courthouse, World Trade Center) and South Station connections make commuting and airport access straightforward.
- Innovation District: A concentrated cluster of tech, innovation and life-sciences offices has turned Seaport into a major employment node.
- Dining & nightlife: A broad mix of seafood houses, fine dining, and casual spots — Seaport is one of Boston’s top dining destinations.
Housing Snapshot
- Dominated by luxury condos and new apartment towers with many professionally managed buildings.
- Rents are among the highest in Boston (ZIP 02210) — expect premium pricing for water views and new construction amenities.
- Limited on-street parking; many renters opt for transit or pay for garage parking.