4 Barstow St., Boston MA 02134

Boston, MA 02134 • Allston
$7,500
$5,500/mo
5
Beds
2
Baths
2,300
Sq Ft
4,214
Lot Sq Ft
1885
Year Built
5
Parking
222
Days on Market
For Rent Price Drop -$2,000 Listed Jan 13, 2026 • MLS# 73468015 Copied! • Updated Aug 21, 2026

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About this home

Large sunny 5BR bedroom 2Bathroom single family home on Allston/Brighton Center line. The house has 3 floors, 2 full bathrooms, a living room, dining room, 5 bedrooms, a back yard, a large outdoor deck, and a full basement. There are hardwood oak floors in common areas and also in the available bedroom. There is free use of washer/dryer in the basement along with storage for bikes and personal belongings. Boston Landing Commuter Rail station is less than a 5 minute walk from the house. At the top of the street in walking distance, there are restaurants, nightlife, Stop & Shop, pharmacy, and more. 5 free deeded parking spots included. 3 of the spaces are in tandem. One year lease required from 9/1/26 to 8/31/27. First, last, and security deposit required.

Property History

Market Insights

6
Price Changes
26.7%
Price Range

Property Timeline

Price Reduced
Aug 6, 2026
$5,500 $500 (-8.33%)
From $6,000 to $5,500 (-8.3%)
Price Reduced
Jul 12, 2026
$6,000 $250 (-4%)
From $6,250 to $6,000 (-4.0%)
Price Reduced
Jun 4, 2026
$6,250 $750 (-10.71%)
From $7,000 to $6,250 (-10.7%)
Price Reduced
Apr 16, 2026
$7,000 $500 (-6.67%)
From $7,500 to $7,000 (-6.7%)
Price Increased
Apr 2, 2026
$7,500 +$1,250 (+20%)
From $6,250 to $7,500 (+20.0%)
Price Reduced
Mar 25, 2026
$6,250 $1,250 (-16.67%)
From $7,500 to $6,250 (-16.7%)
👁️
Showing Instructions Updated
Jan 16, 2026
New showing requirements
🏠
Listed for Rent
Jan 13, 2026
$7,500
Original listing

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
Tax history not available

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Lease
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1885
Living Area 2,300 sq ft
Lot Size 4,214 sq ft
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 8

Rental Details

Available Sep 1, 2026
Lease Term Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes Other
Security Deposit $7,500
Required First MonthLast MonthDepositReferences
Pets No
Pet Policy No Pets
Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement None
Laundry In Basement, In Building
Features None
Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Porch, Deck - Wood, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Porch, Deck - Wood
Features None
Total Spaces 5

Utilities

Electric None
Water None
Sewer None
Gas None
Other None

Building & Pet Policy

Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Sq Ft Source Measured
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 220 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1885
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,300 sq ft
Total Rooms
8
Entry Level
1

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry: In Basement, In Building
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1885
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Wood, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Porch, Deck - Wood
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features:
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
E

Elementary Schools

3 schools
Kennedy Hope Academy
0.2 mi
Grades 01-12
Kennedy Day School
0.2 mi
Grades PK-12
St. Columbkille Partnership School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
Saint Joseph Preparatory High School
< 0.1 mi
Grades 09-12
Another Course to College
0.2 mi
C-
Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School
0.2 mi | #312 of 346 | Score: 35.4
Improved 17 spots from last year
-22.8 below state avg
426 students Diverse
Career Tech Programs Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood

Allston

4 Barstow St., Boston MA 02134

Boston, MA 02134

Listing Information

Listing Agent Kurt Jackson
Listing Office Kurt Jackson
Office Phone 603-479-6303
Agent MLS ID BB806854
Office MLS ID AN1941
Listing Data Updated Aug 21, 2026 11:21 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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