Apartments to rent in Wharf District, Boston

The Wharf District is Boston’s compact downtown waterfront neighborhood (ZIP 02110) centered on Long Wharf, Rowes Wharf and the Harborwalk. It’s a highly walkable, tourism-heavy area with ferry connections, close-in restaurants, and a mix of luxury waterfront condos and converted historic buildings — attractive for renters who want immediate harbor access and transit to the rest of the city.

Nearby Neighborhoods Comparison

NeighborhoodsCostSchoolsSafetyWalkability
Wharf District High Good Safe Excellent
North End High Good Safe Excellent
Financial District High Fair Less Safe Excellent
West End Average Good Very Safe Excellent
Seaport High Fair Safe Good
Excellent/Good
Average
Poor/Less Safe

Source: Zillow / RentHop (ZIP 02110 proxy for Wharf District)

Wharf District, Boston Rental Prices

Studio
$2,890 – $3,120
1 bedroom
$3,595 – $3,816
2 bedroom
$5,000 – $6,500
3 bedroom
$20,000 – $22,000

Source: Zillow / RentHop (ZIP 02110 proxy for Wharf District)

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Wharf District, Boston Schools & Education

Top Public Schools

Top Private Schools

St. John School

⭐ Not rated GreatSchools / Apartment listings
Near downtown
🧭 In/near neighborhood

Seaport Academy

⭐ Not rated Apartmentfinder / local directory
Seaport
🧭 ~1.0–1.5 mi

Source: Boston Public Schools / GreatSchools / Compass listings

Wharf District, Boston Safety & Crime Overview

Safe

The Wharf District is an active downtown waterfront area with high daytime foot traffic and heavy tourism. Police presence is steady around major attractions (Long Wharf, Faneuil Hall), but property crime (theft, pickpocketing, bike theft) and occasional late-night incidents around nightlife nodes are the primary concerns; violent crime rates are lower compared with some higher-crime neighborhoods in the city. Standard downtown precautions — secure belongings, lock bikes, avoid poorly lit side streets at night — are recommended.

Source: Neighborhood-level crime summaries / downtown ZIP analysis

Wharf District, Boston Walkability, Transit & Bike Scores

Walk Score ~99
Walker's Paradise
Transit Score ~86
Rider's Paradise
Bike Score ~80
Very Bikeable
<10 min
To downtown/Government Center via T or ferry (short rides); multiple subway and bus hubs within a 5–15 minute walk.

Source: Walk Score (address/ZIP-based compiled scores via property listings)

Wharf District, Boston Summary

Overview

The Wharf District is Boston’s historic waterfront neighborhood that now blends tourism, working harbor infrastructure and waterfront residences. With direct access to Long Wharf, Rowes Wharf, the Harborwalk and the Rose Kennedy Greenway, the neighborhood is compact, highly walkable and transit-rich — popular with professionals who want waterfront living and easy access to the Financial District and Seaport.

Key Features

  • Waterfront access: Long Wharf and Rowes Wharf provide ferry connections, harborwalk access and iconic harbor views.
  • Walkable downtown location: Immediate proximity to Faneuil Hall, Quincy Market, the Greenway and multiple subway/ferry options.
  • Luxury & historic buildings: A mix of high-end condominiums, converted historic wharf buildings and tourism-serving retail.
  • Transit & ferries: Ferry and MBTA connections make the Wharf District a convenient hub for short commutes to South Shore, Logan and the North Shore.

Housing Snapshot

  • Highly rental-oriented — many waterfront condos and luxury units.
  • Rents in 02110/Wharf District run well above Boston averages; expect premium pricing for harbor views and doorman buildings.
  • Limited street parking; many residents choose transit, walking, cycling or paid garages.