Discover new luxury apartments in East Boston. It doesn't matter where you started. What matters is where you go from there. Let your heart be your compass, for it points east. A new horizon. Where discovery lies around every corner. It's East Boston. But when you live at Portside at East Pier, you'll just call it home.
Special offer
Portside at East Pier
40 E Pier Dr, East Boston, MA 02128
- Special offer! Celebrate the new year with a free month of rent on us! Move in with a 12+ month lease. Additional restrictions apply. Offer subject to change without notice. Contact leasing office for details.
Apartment building
Studio-2 beds
Pet-friendly
Covered parking
In-unit laundry (W/D)
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Unit , sortable column | Sqft, sortable column | Available, sortable column | Base rent, sorted ascending |
|---|---|---|---|
 | 556 | Dec 25 | $2,566 |
| 556 | Dec 6 | $2,566 |
 | 536 | Now | $2,647 |
| 536 | Dec 14 | $2,647 |
 | 550 | Now | $2,658 |
| 536 | Dec 26 | $2,697 |
| 536 | Jan 30 | $2,727 |
 | 682 | Now | $3,008 |
 | 642 | Dec 29 | $3,074 |
 | 820 | Dec 3 | $3,188 |
 | 715 | Jan 5 | $3,228 |
| 715 | Nov 27 | $3,325 |
 | 744 | Dec 20 | $3,356 |
 | 1,076 | Now | $3,526 |
| 1,076 | Dec 19 | $3,662 |
What's special
Swimming pool
Cool down on hot days
This building features access to a pool. Less than 10% of buildings in Boston have this amenity.
Luxury apartments
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Community Rooms
- Business Center
- Conference Room: Conference room with Mac stations
- Fitness Center
Other
- In Unit: Washer/dryer in every home
- Swimming Pool
Outdoor common areas
- Patio: Balconies in select homes
- Rooftop Deck
Security
- Gated Entry: Gate
Services & facilities
- Bicycle Storage
- Elevator
- On-Site Maintenance
- On-Site Management
- Package Service
View description
- Full Downtown Boston & Harbor View
- Harbor views available
- Partial Downtown Boston & Harbor View
- Partial Harbor View
Unit Features
Appliances
- Dryer: Washer/dryer in every home
- Washer: Washer/dryer in every home
Other
- Balcony
- Patio Balcony
Policies
Parking
- covered: CoverPark
- Detached Garage: Garage Lot
- Garage
- Off Street Parking: Covered Lot
Lease terms
- 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18
Pet essentials
- DogsAllowedNumber allowed2Monthly dog rent$75
- CatsAllowedNumber allowed2Monthly cat rent$35
Special Features
- Bathrooms with ceramic-tile flooring
- Bike and resident storage
- Brushed-nickel finishes
- Children's playroom
- Concierge
- Courtyard
- Free Weights
- Golf simulator
- Green Building
- Group Excercise
- Hardwood-style plank flooring in living areas
- Kitchen and dining space for gatherings
- Kitchen islands in most homes
- Large windows, providing ample natural light
- Pendant lighting in kitchens
- Recycling
- Spin room and yoga/Fitness On Demand room
- Stone countertops in kitchens and baths
- Transportation
- USB ports in kitchens and bedrooms
- Wi-Fi throughout common areas
Neighborhood: East Boston
- Transit AccessConvenient access to buses, trains, and public transit for easy commuting.Dining SceneFrom casual bites to fine dining, a haven for food lovers.Walkable StreetsPedestrian-friendly layout encourages walking to shops, dining, and parks.Beach AccessEasy coastal access for swimming, sunbathing, and seaside relaxation.
East Boston’s 02128 blends harbor views, historic shipyard grit, and a growing creative energy. Expect a coastal New England climate with breezy summers and brisk, windy winters, and day-to-day life centered on walkable streets linking Jeffries Point, Eagle Hill, and Orient Heights via the East Boston Greenway. Food lovers frequent Santarpio’s, Rino’s Place, Angela’s Cafe, and waterfront spots like ReelHouse and The Tall Ship, while the ICA Watershed and shipyard galleries anchor the arts. Parks and green spaces abound—Piers Park, LoPresti Park, Bremen Street Park, Constitution Beach, and Belle Isle Marsh—great for families, strollers, and dogs, plus the East Boston YMCA and a seasonal ferry. Groceries and errands are easy at Liberty Plaza’s Shaw’s and local mercados along Meridian and Bennington. Blue Line stations (Maverick to Suffolk Downs) and Logan next door make it commuter friendly. Recent Zillow market trends show a median rent around $3,100, with most listings in the past few months ranging roughly $2,400–$3,800.
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Areas of interest
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Travel times
Walk, Transit & Bike Scores
Walk Score®
/ 100
Very WalkableBike Score®
/ 100
BikeableNearby schools in East Boston
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Adams Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Eliot K-8 Innovation SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 2/10East Boston High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of Portside at East Pier?
Portside at East Pier has a walk score of 88, it's very walkable.
What schools are assigned to Portside at East Pier?
The schools assigned to Portside at East Pier include Adams Elementary School, Eliot K-8 Innovation School, and East Boston High School.
Does Portside at East Pier have in-unit laundry?
Yes, Portside at East Pier has in-unit laundry for some or all of the units.
What neighborhood is Portside at East Pier in?
Portside at East Pier is in the East Boston neighborhood in East Boston, MA.
What are Portside at East Pier's policies on pets?
A maximum of 2 dogs are allowed per unit. This building has monthly fee of $75 for dogs. A maximum of 2 cats are allowed per unit. This building has monthly fee of $35 for cats.
Does Portside at East Pier have virtual tours available?
Yes, 3D and virtual tours are available for Portside at East Pier.
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