Houses Massachusetts Norfolk County Canton

$4,350 Total Monthly Price

2 Forbes Rd

Canton, MA 02021

978-514-4537

Bedrooms

3
Bathrooms

2
Square Feet

1,628 sq ft
Available

Available Oct 1

Highlights

Deck
Property is near public transit and schools
1 Fireplace
Fenced Yard
Shops
Outdoor Storage

2 Forbes Rd

About This Home

$4,350 deposit, Available Oct 1

Set up over a convenient,multi-level layout,this 3-bedroom,2-bath home has a thoughtful layout with recent updates throughout. The main floor centers on an open kitchen,dining,and living space with an abundance of natural light. Up a short half-flight of stairs is the roomy primary suite,two more well-proportioned bedrooms,a full bathroom,and extra storage. Off the newly renovated kitchen,the half-flight of stairs down brings you to a flexible den space - great as a home gym,playroom,or office - plus a full bath and in-unit laundry. Outdoors,a large deck overlooks a spacious,fully fenced yard - ideal for pets,gardening,or weekend gatherings - with two sheds for extra storage. Central air keeps things comfortable year-round,and the location can't be beat: about 1.5 miles to Canton Center and the commuter rail,making the commute into Boston simple. MLS ID 73579770

2 Forbes Rd is a house located in Norfolk County and the 02021 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Canton 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.

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family Detached Home

Year Built

Built in 1965

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

2 Full Bathrooms 3 Bedrooms

Home Design

Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

1 Fireplace 1,628 Sq Ft Home

Kitchen

Range Freezer Microwave Dishwasher Disposal

Laundry

Dryer Laundry in unit Washer

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $4,350 Property Available on 10/1/26 Assessor Parcel Number 55416 Rent includes water, sewer, gardener

Location

Property is near public transit and schools

Lot Details

Fenced Yard

Outdoor Features

Deck Outdoor Storage

Parking

4 Open Parking Spaces 4 Car Parking Spaces

Utilities

Cooling Available Forced Air Heating System Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

Amenities

Shops

Overview

No Home Owners Association

Pet Policy

Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

One-Time Basics
- Security Deposit - Refundable
  
  $4,350

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Details

Utilities Included

Water
Sewer

Contact

Listed by Madeleine Bain | Access
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City - Canton

Canton is a densely wooded town in Norfolk County, roughly 20 miles southwest of Downtown Boston, where towering trees frame quiet cul-de-sacs. Daily life here moves at a relaxed pace, with the Blue Hills rising at the edge of town, locally owned dining spots within easy reach, and shopping centers along Washington Street and Route 138. The MBTA commuter rail runs through town at Canton Center and Canton Junction stations, making the city accessible without requiring a car for every trip.

The rental market offers a solid range of options, from townhouses and condos to apartment communities in more compact settings. Architecture leans traditional, with much of the housing stock dating to the mid-20th century, though newer apartment communities have added more contemporary choices at a variety of price points.

Canton is also the hometown of Paul Revere, who operated a copper rolling mill here.

Learn more about living in Canton

Amenities

Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Heating
Fireplace

Dishwasher
Disposal
Microwave
Range

Refrigerator
Freezer
Basement
Fenced Lot

Deck

Expenses

Utilities Included

Water, Sewer Included

Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Massasoit C.C., Canton Campus	Drive:	9 min	4.3 mi
Curry College	Drive:	15 min	7.2 mi
Stonehill College	Drive:	13 min	7.2 mi
Massasoit C.C., Brockton	Drive:	19 min	9.6 mi

2 Forbes Rd is within 9 minutes or 4.3 miles from Massasoit C.C., Canton Campus. It is also near Curry College and Stonehill College.

Schools

Dean S. Luce Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Grades K-5

509 Students

Attendance Zone

West Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Grades PK-5

329 Students

Nearby

Wm H Galvin Middle School

Public Middle School

Grades 6-8

718 Students

Attendance Zone

Canton High School

Public High School

Grades 9-12

971 Students

Attendance Zone

St. John the Evangelist School

Private Elementary & Middle School

Grades PK-8

243 Students

Nearby

Clarke School East

Private Elementary, Middle & High School

Grades K-12

20 Students

Nearby

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Transportation

Transportation options available in Canton include Mattapan Station, located 9.4 miles from 2 Forbes Rd. 2 Forbes Rd is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 19.2 miles or 35 minutes away, and Rhode Island Tf Green International, located 41.7 miles or 60 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Mattapan Station	Drive:	17 min	9.4 mi
Capen Street Station	Drive:	18 min	9.8 mi
Valley Road Station	Drive:	18 min	9.9 mi
Quincy Adams Station	Drive:	19 min	11.1 mi
Braintree Station	Drive:	21 min	11.9 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Canton Center	Drive:	3 min	1.8 mi
Stoughton	Drive:	4 min	2.1 mi
Canton Junction	Drive:	5 min	2.2 mi
Sharon	Drive:	10 min	5.0 mi
Route 128	Drive:	12 min	5.9 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International	Drive:	35 min	19.2 mi
Rhode Island Tf Green International	Drive:	60 min	41.7 mi

Getting Around

Somewhat Walkable

Walkability

30 / 100

Minimal Public Transit

Transit

10 / 100

Very Drivable

Drivability

80 / 100

Fairly Bikeable

Bikeability

40 / 100

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Traffic

Airport

Businesses

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 2 Forbes Rd.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Canton Shopping Center	Drive:	3 min	1.3 mi
Village Shoppes	Drive:	7 min	2.6 mi

2 Forbes Rd has 2 shopping centers within 2.6 miles, which is about a 7-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Museum of American Bird Art at Mass Audubon	Drive:	4 min	2.0 mi
Mass Audubon's Mildred Morse Allen Wildlife Sanctuary	Drive:	4 min	2.0 mi
Houghton's Pond Recreation Area	Drive:	11 min	6.2 mi
Blue Hills Reservation	Drive:	11 min	6.2 mi
Mass Audubon's Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary	Drive:	15 min	6.6 mi

2 Forbes Rd has 5 parks within 6.6 miles, including Museum of American Bird Art at Mass Audubon, Mass Audubon's Mildred Morse Allen Wildlife Sanctuary, and Mass Audubon's Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary.