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Portside

40 East Pier Drive, East Boston, MA 02128

What floor plans are available at Portside?

Portside currently lists 17 floor plans across 28 available units, from studio to two-bedroom. 7 studios (476–556 sq ft), earliest move-in Sep 23. 15 one-bedrooms (682–854 sq ft), earliest move-in Sep 23. 6 two-bedrooms (1,051–1,365 sq ft), earliest move-in Sep 23. Prices checked September 24, 2026.

Beacon - S1

Studio • 1 Bath • 476 Sq Ft

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
PE2-3430Contact for pricing476Sep 23
PE2-3417Contact for pricing476Sep 30
PE2-3517Contact for pricing476Oct 7

Beacon - S2

Studio • 1 Bath • 495 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
PE2-2525Contact for pricing495Sep 23

Beacon - S5

Studio • 1 Bath • 550 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
PE2-2329Contact for pricing550Sep 23

Meridian - S1

Studio • 1 Bath • 556 Sq Ft

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
PE1-408Contact for pricing556Oct 2
PE1-516Contact for pricing556Nov 25

Beacon - A4

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 682 Sq Ft

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
PE2-2523Contact for pricing682Sep 23
PE2-2323Contact for pricing682Nov 26

Beacon - A5

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 707 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
PE2-3503Contact for pricing707Sep 23

Beacon - A6

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 715 Sq Ft

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
PE2-2315Contact for pricing715Sep 23
PE2-3210Contact for pricing715Sep 27
PE2-2214Contact for pricing715Oct 17
PE2-2317Contact for pricing715Nov 21

Beacon - A9

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 738 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
PE2-3507Contact for pricing738Sep 23

Meridian - A3

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 763 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
PE1-530Contact for pricing763Sep 23

Meridian - A5

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 854 Sq Ft

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
PE1-428Contact for pricing854Sep 23
PE1-524Contact for pricing854Oct 4
PE1-528Contact for pricing854Oct 22

Beacon - A8

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 737 Sq Ft

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
PE2-2321Contact for pricing737Oct 15
PE2-2419Contact for pricing737Nov 10

Meridian - A4

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 820 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
PE1-137Contact for pricing820Oct 28

Beacon - B1

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,051 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
PE2-3115Contact for pricing1,051Sep 23

Meridian - B2

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,084 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
PE1-201Contact for pricing1,084Sep 23

Beacon - B6

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,146 – 1,154 Sq Ft

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
PE2-3128Contact for pricing1,146Sep 26
PE2-2400Contact for pricing1,154Nov 13

Beacon - B5

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,089 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
PE2-3304Contact for pricing1,089Oct 19

Beacon - B7

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,365 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
PE2-3101Contact for pricing1,365Nov 18

What are the fees and lease terms at Portside?

The earliest listed move-in is Sep 23. Prices checked September 24, 2026.

  • Earliest move-in

    Sep 23

What amenities does Portside have?

Portside lists 24 amenities, including a gym, a pool, and a concierge.

  • Additional Fitness Center With Yoga And Spin Studios

  • Bilt Rewards:Earn Rewards Points With Every Rent Payment

  • Butterflymx® Smartphone Video Intercom System

  • Clubroom With Game Tables, Lounge Seating And A Fireplace

  • Complimentary Bike Storage

  • Conference Room With Computer Stations

  • Craft Room

  • Dedicated Grilling Areas

  • Dog Recreation Area

  • Ev Charging Stations

  • Fireplace With Lounge Seating And Tvs

  • Fitness Center Equipped For Cardio, Strength Training And Boxing

  • Front Desk Concierge And Package Concierge® Lockers

  • Indoor Pool With Boston Harbor Views

  • Kids Playroom

  • Myveris:Our Resident Mobile App For Your Everyday Needs And Community Connection

  • Outdoor Patio Adjacent To Indoor Pool

  • Pet Grooming Spa

  • Professionally Managed Urban Bee Hives

  • Reservable

  • Reservable Kitchen And Dining Space

  • Reservable Study Rooms

  • Rooftop Sundeck With Views Of Downtown Boston

  • The Veris Promise:Our Commitment To Providing A Best-In-Class Living Experience


What do the amenities at Portside look like?

  • Pool
    3 photos
  • Gym
    8 photos
  • Roof deck
    2 photos
  • Lounge
  • Game room
  • Work space
    4 photos
  • Dog park
    3 photos
  • Pet wash
  • Playroom
  • Lobby

Where is Portside?

Portside is at 40 East Pier Drive, East Boston, MA 02128.

40 East Pier Drive, East Boston, MA 02128


What is the neighborhood around Portside like?

Portside is in the Central-Maverick Square / Paris Street neighborhood of Boston.


Residents give Portside an A grade (about 4.7 out of 5) from 200+ reviews. Portside at East Pier offers a premium waterfront location with excellent amenities and consistently praised maintenance and leasing staff who respond promptly and professionally to resident needs. While most residents report strong overall satisfaction with service quality and building upkeep, some concerns include sound insulation issues, occasional delays in amenity repairs, parking constraints, and move-out charge disputes.

4.70 · 200+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.8
Maintenance5.0
Amenities and Shared Spaces4.4
Building Quality3.6
Location3.3

Portside at East Pier offers a premium waterfront location with excellent amenities and consistently praised maintenance and leasing staff who respond promptly and professionally to resident needs. While most residents report strong overall satisfaction with service quality and building upkeep, some concerns include sound insulation issues, occasional delays in amenity repairs, parking constraints, and move-out charge disputes. The property's main appeal centers on its responsive maintenance team, knowledgeable leasing staff, and desirable location near transit and the harbor.

Management and leasing staff are consistently praised for responsiveness, friendliness, and professionalism, with residents highlighting seamless communication throughout the leasing and move-in process. Maintenance staff receive particularly strong recognition for prompt service, courtesy, and problem-solving. However, some residents have reported concerns about advance notice for building work, communication gaps during maintenance projects, and move-out billing practices that warrant attention.

The maintenance team consistently delivers prompt, professional service with response times often within hours to same-day resolution. Residents report high satisfaction with repair quality, preventive maintenance, and staff courtesy, including attention to resident preferences and respectful conduct during work. The team addresses both routine requests and complex issues like HVAC, plumbing, and appliance repairs with efficiency and follow-through.

The property offers extensive amenities including a roof deck, gym, pool, dog park, and dog-wash room that residents generally appreciate. Maintenance staff are noted as responsive and attentive to upkeep. However, amenity access and functionality issues have been reported, including occasional equipment downtime and shared-space management challenges. Parking availability remains a significant concern, with limited complimentary spaces and high garage fees ($300+/month) leading to street-parking difficulties and towing incidents.

The building maintains good physical cleanliness and upkeep overall, with residents noting well-maintained spaces and functional amenities. Maintenance staff receive consistent praise for responsiveness and professionalism. However, some residents report concerns about elevator reliability, construction communication, and the durability of finishes, with occasional delays in repairs to amenities.

The property offers a premium location with convenient access to nearby attractions and amenities that draw residents. However, parking availability remains a significant challenge, with street parking increasingly difficult and garage parking at $300+/month creating a cost barrier. Residents report mixed experiences with amenity functionality and upkeep, though maintenance response times are noted as prompt.


Is Portside walkable?

Portside is very walkable (grade B+), transit is good (grade C+), and biking is somewhat bikeable (grade D).

WALK

Very Walkable

TRANSIT

Good Transit

BIKE

Somewhat Bikeable


What is Portside like?

Luxury waterfront apartments in East Boston. When you call Portside at East Pier home, you'll enjoy new horizons and discoveries around every corner.


How big is Portside?

Portside is an apartment.

  • Building

    Apartment

What schools are near Portside?

Adams Elementary School is 0.3 miles from Portside. 10 schools are listed nearby.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Adams Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.3 mi

Jeffries Point Nursery School

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.4 mi

McKay K-8 School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle0.4 mi

East Boston Central Catholic School

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.4 mi

East Boston Early Childhood Center

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.4 mi

Dante Alighieri

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.4 mi

Shining Star Day Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.5 mi

Ymca Children Center-East Boston

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.6 mi

Otis Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.7 mi

East Boston Head Start-St John's

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.8 mi

How do I contact Portside?

Portside is managed by Veris Residential. Call (877) 535-6121 to tour or ask about availability.