$4,700
Total Monthly Price
12 Month Lease
5 Alcott St Unit #2
Boston, MA 02134
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857-678-9013
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Bedrooms
4
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Bathrooms
2
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Square Feet
1,200 sq ft
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Available
Available Aug 31
5 Alcott St Unit #2
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About This Home
12 Month Lease,
$4,700 deposit,
Available Aug 31
Spacious 4-Bedroom Second-Floor Duplex – No Broker Fee Available for a September 1st, 2026 move-in, this bright and comfortable 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence offers exactly what you need for the upcoming fall cycle. Situated on the second floor of a classic duplex, this 1,200-square-foot apartment provides a smart layout and a quiet, residential feel. The Living Space With a full 1,200 square feet to work with, this unit is well-suited for graduate students, or anyone needing extra space: Four Well-Sized Bedrooms: Plenty of room to set up a comfortable sleep space and a dedicated study or work-from-home area. Two Bathrooms: Two full baths make sharing the space highly convenient and keep morning routines running smoothly. Efficient Heating: Stay cozy during the New England winters with reliable and efficient gas heating. Duplex Privacy: Occupying the second level of a duplex means fewer neighbors and a more private, home-like atmosphere. Convenience & Utilities Laundry in Building: Skip the trips to the laundromat with easily accessible laundry facilities located right inside the building. Utilities: Your monthly rent conveniently includes water. Lease & Pet Policies Rent: $4,700/month Broker Fee: Absolutely No Broker Fee Available Date: 09/01/2026 Lease Term: Standard 12-Month Lease. Student Policy: Graduate students are welcome to apply! Pet Policy: Cats are negotiable; sorry, no dogs allowed. Don't miss out on this well-priced, ideally sized duplex unit for September 1st. Contact us today to schedule your private showing!
5 Alcott St is an apartment community located in Suffolk County and the 02134 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Boston Public Schools 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
- Heating
- Laundry Facilities
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.
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North Allston, also known as Lower Allston, is a peaceful neighborhood just five miles west of downtown Boston. This community is nestled along the Charles River and houses part of Harvard University, particularly Harvard Business School, Harvard Stadium, and the University’s other athletic fields.
In North Allston, you’ll find bike and pedestrian-friendly streets with an abundance of walking, biking, and jogging trails, community parks, and open green space overlooking the river. Enjoy delicious eats and drinks at Article 24, or try an old-school breakfast at a quaint corner diner known as the Breakfast Club. For the freshest baked goods in town, venture over to Swissbäkers on Western Avenue.
North Allston is a wonderful mix of student housing, upscale homes, and amenity-filled apartments and condos available for rent. Explore your options and find your ideal apartment in this quiet, affluent neighborhood near all of Boston’s major attractions.
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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.2 mi |
5 Alcott St Unit #2 is within 4 minutes or 1.3 miles from Harvard University. It is also near Cambridge College and Boston University.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
296 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
450 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
609 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
27 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
285 Students
Nearby
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Transportation options available in Boston include Harvard Avenue Station, located 0.7 mile from 5 Alcott St Unit #2. 5 Alcott St Unit #2 is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 8.1 miles or 14 minutes away.
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Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.2 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.5 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 3.7 mi |
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Drive: | 10 min | 4.0 mi |
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.4 mi |
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General Edward Lawrence Logan International
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Drive: | 14 min | 8.1 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
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
90
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Good Public Transit
Transit
60
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
60
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Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
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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
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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 5 Alcott St Unit #2.
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| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi |
5 Alcott St Unit #2 has 3 shopping centers within 1.3 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
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John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi |
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Longfellow National Historic Site
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi |
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Harvard Museum of Natural History
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.2 mi |
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Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.3 mi |
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Coit Observatory
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.6 mi |
5 Alcott St Unit #2 has 5 parks within 2.6 miles, including John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site, Coit Observatory, and Longfellow National Historic Site.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi |
5 Alcott St Unit #2 has 3 hospitals within 1.5 miles, the nearest is St. Elizabeth's Medical Center which is 1.5 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
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| Drive: | 25 min | 13.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 27 min | 15.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 38 min | 22.2 mi |
5 Alcott St Unit #2 has 3 military bases within 22.2 miles, the nearest is Hanscom Air Force Base which is 13.0 miles away and a 25 minute drive.
Amenities
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
5 Alcott St
Boston, MA 02134