$3,650 / Month
171 Foster St
Boston, MA 02135
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857-425-8207
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Bedrooms
2
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Bathrooms
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Square Feet
1,020 sq ft
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Available Aug 23
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- Basement
171 Foster St
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About This Home
12 Month Lease,
$1,825 deposit,
Available Aug 23
Brighton Center – Renovated 2 Bed, 1 Bath with Parking & Outdoor Space available August 22nd! Come live in the heart of Brighton Center! This beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment offers the perfect mix of charm and modern convenience. Just a short walk to fantastic restaurants, shops, and the Green Line T, with Boston College only 10 minutes away. Inside, enjoy a renovated kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances (including dishwasher, microwave, garbage disposal), new cabinetry, and a spacious pantry. The updated bathroom features a new tub, vanity, and fixtures. The bright, east-facing living room and large dining room provide plenty of space for entertaining or relaxing. Both bedrooms are generously sized—the primary boasts a stunning 7-foot window, and the second easily fits a queen bed or works well as an office/gym. You’ll find ample storage with multiple closets, including a linen closet. Stay comfortable year-round with energy-efficient gas radiators for central heat and mini-split systems in each room for customizable heating and cooling. Step outside to your private balcony with new decking or enjoy the professionally landscaped shared backyard with outdoor furniture. Free laundry is available in the basement, and off-street parking is included. Rented and managed directly by the owner, a long-time occupant—no brokers, no property managers, and no broker fee. Easy walking access to the Green Line T (B/C/D), 57 Bus to Kenmore and the 501 Express to downtown.
171 Foster St is a house located in Suffolk County and the 02135 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Boston Public Schools attendance zone.
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Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
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House Features
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
Granite Countertops
Microwave
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Heating
- Cable Ready
- Tub/Shower
- Sprinkler System
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Pantry
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Dining Room
- Basement
- Office
- Linen Closet
- Laundry Facilities
- Balcony
Fees and Policies
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Saint Elizabeth’s is a Brighton neighborhood situated about 10 miles away from Boston. Thanks to Saint Elizabeth’s top border sitting on Highway 20, commuting in and out of Brighton is easy. Some residents travel by car, but buses and railways make commuting via public transportation a breeze.
The neighborhood’s best amenities are two world-renowned hospitals, Saint Elizabeth’s Medical Center and Franciscan Children’s, that sit on the edge of town. Other great amenities of Saint Elizabeth’s include many local parks like Ringer Playground and Chestnut Hill Reservoir, which has great trails and greenspace. This neighborhood is also equipped with cozy coffee shops, restaurants serving international and American classics, and shopping plazas with grocers and convenience stores.
Saint Elizabeth’s has several rental options ranging from apartments to single-family homes.
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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.1 mi |
171 Foster St is within 6 minutes or 0.3 mile from Boston College, Brighton. It is also near Boston College and Boston University.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
618 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-6
338 Students
Attendance Zone
Charter Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
476 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle & High School
Grades 7-12
2,423 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle & High School
Grades 7-12
532 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
116 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-6
103 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
421 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
34 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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Transportation options available in Boston include South Street Station, located 0.5 mile from 171 Foster St. 171 Foster St is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 9.6 miles or 18 minutes away.
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Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi |
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Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi |
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Walk: | 14 min | 0.7 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.1 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.0 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.7 mi |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.9 mi | |
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Drive: | 10 min | 4.7 mi |
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Drive: | 11 min | 4.7 mi |
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General Edward Lawrence Logan International
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Drive: | 18 min | 9.6 mi |
Time and distance from 171 Foster St.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi |
171 Foster St has 3 shopping centers within 1.6 miles, which is about a 5-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
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Chestnut Hill Reservation
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Walk: | 16 min | 0.9 mi |
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Hammond Pond Reservation
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.0 mi |
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John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.3 mi |
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Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.4 mi |
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Coit Observatory
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.4 mi |
171 Foster St has 5 parks within 3.4 miles, including Chestnut Hill Reservation, Hammond Pond Reservation, and John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 14 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.3 mi |
171 Foster St has 3 hospitals within 2.3 miles, the nearest is St. Elizabeth's Medical Center which is 0.8 mile away and a 14 minute walk.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 27 min | 12.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 22 min | 12.8 mi |
171 Foster St is 12.5 miles from Hanscom Air Force Base, and is convenient to other military bases, including US Military Reservation.
Amenities
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Heating
- Cable Ready
- Tub/Shower
- Sprinkler System
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Pantry
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Dining Room
- Basement
- Office
- Linen Closet
- Laundry Facilities
- Balcony
171 Foster St Photos
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171 Foster St
Boston, MA 02135