Fenway-Kenmore

Fenway-Kenmore has an urban, bustling feel with a fast-paced, highly walkable day-to-day lifestyle. It sits at the intersection of sports, culture, and academia, with residents commonly walking to jobs in the Longwood Medical Area, coworking spaces, and nearby universities. The convenience of major amenities comes with the reality of city noise and density, especially around entertainment areas.

Fenway-Kenmore’s cost of crime per resident is $436, which is lower than the national average. The neighborhood is busy with high foot traffic, which can add to a sense of security. Like any major entertainment district, residents should still expect the typical hustle and bustle.

Fenway-Kenmore is dominated by condos and managed apartment communities, with very few single-family homes. Housing ranges from classic brick rowhouses—often with high ceilings and bay windows—to luxury high-rise buildings near the ballpark. Older rowhouse units may lack elevators or central air, while newer construction often includes full-service amenities like concierges, gyms, and roof decks.

The median home price in Fenway-Kenmore is $581,200, and median rents are around $1,685. The market is competitive, and vacancy rates can be very low—sometimes as low as 3% in specific submarkets. In practice, that means good units can move quickly, especially in higher-demand buildings and locations.

Many newer luxury condo and apartment buildings in Fenway-Kenmore offer full-service amenities such as concierges, gyms, and roof decks. These features are part of the neighborhood’s modern housing mix. Specific HOA fee amounts vary by building and aren’t stated here, but the presence of full-service amenities is a key factor to consider when comparing properties.

Fenway-Kenmore is strategically connected for commuting to downtown Boston, Cambridge, and the Longwood Medical Area. Kenmore Station is a major hub on the MBTA Green Line (B, C, and D branches), and the Fenway stop also serves the D line. Lansdowne Station provides Commuter Rail access on the Framingham/Worcester Line, and the Longwood Medical Area is a short, direct walk.

Fenway-Kenmore supports car-free living with strong MBTA access and walkability. Bike and pedestrian infrastructure is also evolving, with the Commonwealth Avenue Better Bike Lanes Project slated for implementation in 2025. Improvements to the Back Bay Fens Pathways are also beginning in 2025, aimed at making routes safer and more accessible.