Huntington House

280 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115 · also known as The Riviera

Huntington House is a 7-story public housing at 280 Huntington Ave in Back Bay, Boston, MA 02115, with 90 apartments, built in 1920.

At a glance

90 apartments (the City of Boston assessor)
Built in 1920
7 floors
Units from 280 to 460 sq ft (median 285)
Bedrooms: 85 studio, 5 1-bedroom
Units assessed $55,900–$335,400, median $59,400 (FY2026)

Homes for rent in Huntington House

270 Huntington Ave #706 — $2,400/mo · 1 ba, 325 sq ft

Income-restricted housing

Huntington House is in Project-based voucher (BHA-administered), HUD project-based Section 8, Low-Income Housing Tax Credit, with 75 low-income units and 49 HUD-assisted units, in service since 1994.

HUD's last physical inspection score: 93 out of 100 (2025-07-16).

Boston Housing Authority: how to apply, waitlists and income limits. How housing assistance works in Massachusetts.

Getting around

Walkability: 100 out of 100, from how close everyday places are.

Closest train and subway stops:

Symphony (MBTA Green Line E), under 0.1 mi
Massachusetts Avenue (MBTA Orange Line), 0.1 mi
Northeastern University (MBTA Green Line E), 0.2 mi

Closest bus stops:

Huntington Ave @ Gainsborough St (MBTA 39), under 0.1 mi
Massachusetts Ave @ Huntington Ave (MBTA 1), under 0.1 mi
Nubian (MBTA 1 8 14), 0.8 mi

Public schools nearby

Hurley K-8 School (elementary, grades PK–8), 0.4 mi
Carter School (high, grades 7–12), 0.1 mi

The district decides which school serves an address. Distances are straight-line.

Questions about Huntington House

How many units are in Huntington House?

Huntington House has 90 apartments, according to the City of Boston assessor.

When was Huntington House built?

Huntington House was built in 1920 and has 7 floors.

Are there homes for sale or rent in Huntington House right now?

Yes: 1 for rent from $2,400 a month, listed on this page. Benjamin Realty can show any of them.

What are condos in Huntington House worth?

Units are assessed from $55,900 to $335,400 (median $59,400) for fiscal year 2026. Assessed values are set for taxes and can differ from market value.

How big are the units in Huntington House?

Units run from 280 to 460 square feet, with a median of 285.

What is the closest T or train station to Huntington House?

Symphony (MBTA Green Line E) is under 0.1 miles away, in a straight line.

Is Huntington House income-restricted housing?

Yes. Huntington House is in Project-based voucher (BHA-administered), HUD project-based Section 8, Low-Income Housing Tax Credit, with 75 low-income units. Apply through Boston Housing Authority.

Buildings near Huntington House

Symphony Plaza West — 333 Massachusetts Ave, 404 apartments, 0.1 mi
Huntington Affordable Housing — 316 Huntington Ave, 88 apartments, 0.1 mi
Susan S Bailis Assisted Living — 352 Massachusetts Ave, 82 apartments, 0.1 mi
South End Tenants Housing II — 401 Massachusetts Ave, 185 apartments, 0.1 mi
Norway Apartments — 76 Gainsborough St, 87 apartments · built 1999 · 5 listed now, 0.2 mi
Danube Apartments — 621 Columbus Ave, 71 apartments, 0.2 mi
Westland Avenue Apartments — 43 Westland Ave, 82 apartments · built 2013 · 6 floors · 3 listed now, 0.2 mi
Brownstone Apartments — 12 Wellington St, 73 apartments, 0.2 mi

More: all 300 large buildings in Boston · Boston homes for sale and rent · Back Bay neighborhood guide · Huntington House on Wikipedia

Sources

Assessed values and sales are public records from municipal assessors. An assessed value is set for taxation and may differ from market value. Listing information from MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN), deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data checked 2026-11-02.

To ask about homes in Huntington House or book a showing, call Benjamin Realty at (617) 734-5050 or email [email protected].