$3,600
Total Monthly Price
12 Month Lease
161 Walnut St Unit 161 Walnut St, Newton, MA 02460
Newton, MA 02460
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Bedrooms
3
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Bathrooms
1.5
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Square Feet
1,400 sq ft
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Available
Available Now
Highlights
- Hardwood Floors
- Fireplace
161 Walnut St Unit 161 Walnut St, Newton, MA 02460
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About This Home
12 Month Lease,
$3,600 deposit,
Available Now
Text or call Jackie for showing request and details! Available for move-in NOW! Welcome to this beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath apartment in the heart of Newtonville! This bright and spacious home features a brand-new kitchen with stainless steel appliances, marble countertops, modern cabinetry, hardwood floors, central A/C, large bedrooms, and abundant natural light throughout. Enjoy the convenience of in-unit laundry, private storage, and 2 off-street parking spaces. The fireplace is preserved as a decorative feature only and is not operational due to its age. Located just minutes from Newtonville Square, shops, restaurants, commuter rail, major highways, and top-rated Newton schools. A perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and modern living — don’t miss this exceptional rental opportunity!
161 Walnut St is an apartment community located in Middlesex County and the 02460 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Newton School District attendance zone.
* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Hardwood Floors
Fireplace
Stainless Steel Appliances
- Air Conditioning
- Fireplace
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen
- Hardwood Floors
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Location
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Located seven miles west of downtown Boston, Newton combines residential comfort with easy city access. Known as "The Garden City," this community features tree-lined streets, expansive parks, and thirteen distinct villages. The housing market reflects the area's desirability, with current average rents ranging from $2,415 for studios to $4,899 for three-bedroom homes. Crystal Lake offers swimming and outdoor recreation, while the historic Heartbreak Hill, a challenging section of the Boston Marathon route, provides scenic views of the area.
Newton's educational landscape includes Boston College's Gothic campus in Chestnut Hill and highly regarded public schools. Housing options span from apartments near MBTA stations in Newton Centre to historic Victorian homes in West Newton and contemporary residences in Newtonville. The Newton History Museum at Jackson Homestead, a documented Underground Railroad site, preserves local history.
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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 9 min | 3.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 3.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.7 mi |
161 Walnut St Unit 161 Walnut St, Newton, MA 02460 is within 7 minutes or 3.7 miles from Boston College. It is also near Boston College, Brighton and Bentley University.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
342 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
373 Students
Nearby
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
830 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
2,055 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
44 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
147 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Transportation options available in Newton include Newton Highlands Station, located 2.3 miles from 161 Walnut St Unit 161 Walnut St, Newton, MA 02460. 161 Walnut St Unit 161 Walnut St, Newton, MA 02460 is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 11.9 miles or 20 minutes away, and Worcester Regional, located 41.2 miles or 60 minutes away.
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.3 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.5 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.8 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.8 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.4 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.4 mi |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.5 mi | |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.8 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 4.1 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 5.0 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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General Edward Lawrence Logan International
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Drive: | 20 min | 11.9 mi |
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Worcester Regional
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Drive: | 60 min | 41.2 mi |
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70
/ 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
60
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
Scores provided by
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Active
Soundscore™
68
/ 100
Traffic
BusyAirport
CalmBusinesses
ActiveScores provided by
HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from 161 Walnut St Unit 161 Walnut St, Newton, MA 02460.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 12 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Walk: | 20 min | 1.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.7 mi |
161 Walnut St Unit 161 Walnut St, Newton, MA 02460 has 3 shopping centers within 2.7 miles, which is about a 5-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Hammond Pond Reservation
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.2 mi |
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Beaver Brook Reservation
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.6 mi |
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Hemlock Gorge Reservation
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.2 mi |
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Chestnut Hill Reservation
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.3 mi |
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Mass Audubon's Habitat Education Center and Wildlife Sanctuary
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Drive: | 12 min | 5.2 mi |
161 Walnut St Unit 161 Walnut St, Newton, MA 02460 has 5 parks within 5.2 miles, including Hammond Pond Reservation, Beaver Brook Reservation, and Hemlock Gorge Reservation.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 4.0 mi |
161 Walnut St Unit 161 Walnut St, Newton, MA 02460 has 3 hospitals within 4.0 miles, the nearest is Walden Behavioral Care which is 2.6 miles away and a 5 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 20 min | 9.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 19 min | 10.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 45 min | 26.6 mi |
161 Walnut St Unit 161 Walnut St, Newton, MA 02460 has 3 military bases within 26.6 miles, the nearest is Hanscom Air Force Base which is 9.8 miles away and a 20 minute drive.
Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Fireplace
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen
- Hardwood Floors
161 Walnut St Unit 161 Walnut St, Newton, MA 02460 Photos
161 Walnut St
Newton, MA 02460