$3,100 Total Monthly Price
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171 Foster St

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Boston, MA 02135

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Beds Baths Average SF
2 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba 1,020 SF

Fees and Policies

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Utilities Included

  • Gas
  • Water
  • Electricity
  • Heat
  • Trash Removal
  • Sewer
  • Cable
  • Air Conditioning

Lease Options

  • 12

About This Property

Brighton Center – Renovated 2 Bed, 1 Bath with Parking & Outdoor Space – Available August 23rd. Also 9/1 or 10/1. Enjoy Boston living with rare perks—off-street parking and exceptional outdoor space. This updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment is just steps from Brighton Center’s restaurants, shops, and the Green Line T, and only 10 minutes to Boston College. Relax on your private balcony with new decking, or unwind in the expansive, professionally landscaped shared backyard with outdoor furniture—perfect for entertaining or soaking up the sun. Inside, you’ll find a renovated kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances (dishwasher, microwave, garbage disposal), new cabinetry, and a spacious pantry. The updated bathroom features a new tub, vanity, and fixtures. A bright, east-facing living room and large dining room offer plenty of living space. Both bedrooms are roomy—the primary with a 7-foot window, the second fitting a queen bed or working well as an office/gym. Storage is plentiful 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 custom climate control. Free laundry in the basement. Rented and managed directly by the owner, a long-time occupant—no brokers, property managers, or broker fee. Easy walking access to the Green Line (B/C/D), 57 Bus to Kenmore, and 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.

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
Neighborhood

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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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
Expenses
Utilities Included
Gas, Water, Electricity, Heat, Trash Removal, Sewer, Cable, Air Conditioning Included
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
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 School
Grades PK-6
338 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
618 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle & High School
Grades 7-12
532 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle & High School
Grades 7-12
2,423 Students
Attendance Zone
Grades 6-12
476 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
116 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
421 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-6
103 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
34 Students
Nearby
Transportation

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.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Walk: 12 min 0.6 mi
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Walk: 14 min 0.7 mi
Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Drive: 6 min 3.0 mi
Drive: 8 min 3.7 mi
Drive: 7 min 3.9 mi
Drive: 10 min 4.7 mi
Drive: 11 min 4.7 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
Drive: 18 min 9.6 mi

Walkability Near 171 Foster St Boston, MA 02135

Somewhat Walkable
60
Walk Score®
Out of 100
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
Good Transit
67
Transit Score®
Out of 100
The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.
Bikeable
66
Bike Score®
Out of 100
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
Active
74
Soundscore
Out of 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 171 Foster St.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
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.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Chestnut Hill Reservation
Walk: 16 min 0.9 mi
Hammond Pond Reservation
Drive: 4 min 2.0 mi
John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site
Drive: 5 min 2.3 mi
Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site
Drive: 5 min 2.4 mi
Coit Observatory
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
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
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.

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