172 Putnam Street # 3, Boston MA 02128
Boston, MA 02128 • East Boston
$2,600
$2,300/mo
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About this home
Third-floor, large two-bedroom with a walk-in closet, a living room, an eat-in kitchen, and one bathroom; hardwood floors, high ceilings, and use of the shared washer and dryer in the basement are included in the rent. First and last month's rent are required, and a one-year lease is required. The apartment will be ready for occupancy on October 1, 2026.
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Property History
Market Insights
2
Price Changes
11.5%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Sep 17, 2026
$2,300
$200
(-8%)
From $2,500 to $2,300 (-8.0%)
Price Reduced
Sep 14, 2026
$2,500
$100
(-3.85%)
From $2,600 to $2,500 (-3.9%)
Listed for Rent
Sep 12, 2026
$2,600
Original listing
Agent: Saul Perlera
Office: Perlera Real Estate
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/17/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $2,300 | $200 | - | From $2,500 to $2,300 (-8.0%) |
| 09/14/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $2,500 | $100 | - | From $2,600 to $2,500 (-3.9%) |
| 09/12/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $2,600 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Apartment
Year Built
1899
Living Area
1,000 sq ft
Lot Size
1,276 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
5
Rental Details
Available
Oct 1, 2026
Lease Term
Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes
Water, Sewer
Required
First MonthLast MonthReferences
Pets
No
Pet Policy
No Pets
Interior
Heating
Natural Gas, Central, Hot Water, Individual, Unit Control
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
In Building
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
None
Sewer
None
Gas
None
Other
None
Building & Pet Policy
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Unit/Building
3
Sq Ft Source
Field Card
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
9 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Apartment
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1899
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,000 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Entry Level
3
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,000 sq ft above grade
FeaturesNo
Display Options
Room Markers
OOffice (1)
KKitchen (1)
BRBedroom (5)
BABathroom (4)
DDining (1)
LLiving (2)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
In Building
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1899
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Natural Gas, Central, Hot Water, Individual, Unit Control
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
Nearby Schools
School District
Boston School District local
C-
Where Graduates Go
Class of 2021
52%
attend college
38%
4-Year
14%
2-Year
7%
Out of State
7%
Working
School Safety
2024-25
3.7%
Above Average
3.2%
Suspensions
0.3%
In-School
0.5%
Emergency
1.8% below state avg
Elementary Schools
10 schools
C+
Otis Elementary School
0.2 mi
|
#540 of 825
|
Score: 43.4
Dropped 149 spots from last year
-14.8 below state avg
414 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
C-
Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School
0.3 mi
|
#669 of 825
|
Score: 37.4
Improved 48 spots from last year
-20.8 below state avg
285 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
D
O'Donnell Elementary School
0.4 mi
|
#784 of 825
|
Score: 29.9
Dropped 59 spots from last year
-28.3 below state avg
248 students
Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
B+
Alighieri Dante Montessori School
0.6 mi
|
#5 of 12
|
Score: 45.2
Improved 124 spots from last year
-13 below state avg
100 students
Diverse
Rising School
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-06
C+
Mario Umana Academy
0.6 mi
|
#11 of 16
|
Score: 26.5
Improved 333 spots from last year
-31.7 below state avg
585 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-08
D
McKay K-8 School
0.6 mi
|
#332 of 352
|
Score: 27.4
Dropped 36 spots from last year
-30.8 below state avg
599 students
Less Diverse
Grades PK-08
East Boston Central Catholic School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-08
D
Adams Elementary School
0.8 mi
|
#770 of 825
|
Score: 31.0
Dropped 91 spots from last year
-27.2 below state avg
222 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
C
Harvard-Kent Elementary School
1.4 mi
|
#594 of 825
|
Score: 41.1
Dropped 186 spots from last year
-17.1 below state avg
315 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
A
Eliot K-8 Innovation School
1.4 mi
|
#47 of 352
|
Score: 57.5
Improved 3 spots from last year
-0.7 below state avg
779 students
Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
3.2 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
4.8 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
5.1 mi
|
#4 of 16
|
Score: 42.5
Improved 187 spots from last year
-15.7 below state avg
1,225 students
Diverse
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Nativity Prep School
5.3 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
5.5 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
5.5 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
6.1 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
10.0 mi
|
#266 of 352
|
Score: 35.0
Improved 19 spots from last year
-23.2 below state avg
458 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Edwards Middle
1.9 mi
UP Academy
3.2 mi
High Schools
10 schools
C-
East Boston High School
0.4 mi
|
#300 of 346
|
Score: 38.2
Improved 36 spots from last year
-20 below state avg
1,181 students
Moderate
14 sports
• 584 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
D
Charlestown High School
1.6 mi
|
#319 of 346
|
Score: 32.9
Improved 52 spots from last year
-25.4 below state avg
646 students
Diverse
11 sports
• 488 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
2.7 mi
|
#279 of 346
|
Score: 44.4
Dropped 7 spots from last year
-13.8 below state avg
575 students
Very Diverse
12 sports
• 208 athletes
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
Newman School
3.2 mi
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
3.2 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
4.2 mi
|
#20 of 25
|
Score: 29.1
Improved 345 spots from last year
-29.1 below state avg
584 students
Diverse
8 sports
• 128 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
4.4 mi
|
#13 of 25
|
Score: 33.4
Improved 356 spots from last year
-24.8 below state avg
565 students
Moderate
10 sports
• 242 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
4.4 mi
|
#90 of 346
|
Score: 61.6
Improved 94 spots from last year
+3.4 above state avg
1,518 students
Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
4.5 mi
|
#20 of 346
|
Score: 73.7
Improved 60 spots from last year
+15.5 above state avg
2,382 students
Very Diverse
18 sports
• 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
5.0 mi
|
#2 of 25
|
Score: 64.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+6.7 above state avg
1,669 students
Very Diverse
17 sports
• 1,298 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood
East Boston
172 Putnam Street # 3, Boston MA 02128
Boston, MA 02128
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Saul Perlera
Listing Office
Perlera Real Estate
Office Phone
617-418-5280
Agent MLS ID
BB981196
Office MLS ID
NB1302
Listing Data Updated
Sep 21, 2026 3:05 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.
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