72 Olney St # 1, Boston MA 02121

Boston, MA 02121 • Dorchester
$3,400/mo
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,011
Sq Ft
4,576
Lot Sq Ft
1940
Year Built
75
Days on Market
For Rent Listed Jun 29, 2026 • MLS# 73543066 Copied! • Updated Jul 14, 2026

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About this home

Welcome home to this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom first-floor apartment in the heart of Dorchester. This spacious unit features an updated kitchen and renovated bathroom with modern finishes, offering the perfect blend of style, comfort, and convenience. The apartment boasts generously sized bedrooms, a functional floor plan, and a rear deck—perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying your morning coffee. Conveniently located near public transportation, commuting to downtown Boston and surrounding neighborhoods is quick and easy. You'll also enjoy easy access to local shops, restaurants, parks, schools, and all the everyday amenities the neighborhood has to offer. Don't miss this opportunity to make this beautiful apartment your next home. Schedule your showing today!

Property History

Market Insights

Property Timeline

🔧
Property Type Updated
Jul 14, 2026
Attached (Townhouse/Rowhouse/Duplex) → Apartment
🏠
Listed for Rent
Jun 29, 2026
$3,400
Original listing
Office: Compass

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
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Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Lease
Style Apartment
Year Built 1940
Living Area 1,011 sq ft
Lot Size 4,576 sq ft
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Rental Details

Available Available Now
Lease Term Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes Water
Security Deposit $3,400
Required First MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets No
Pet Policy No Pets
Heating Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement None
Laundry None
Features None
Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
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
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Unit/Building 1
Sq Ft Source Appraiser
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 66 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Apartment
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1940
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,011 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Entry Level
1

Floor Layout

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Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1940
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Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Natural Gas
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Exterior & Lot

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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

10 schools
C-
UP Academy Holland School
< 0.1 mi | #731 of 825 | Score: 33.6
Improved 88 spots from last year
-24.6 below state avg
628 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
Compass School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-12
C-
UP Academy Charter School of Dorchester
0.4 mi | #317 of 352 | Score: 30.2
Dropped 26 spots from last year
-28 below state avg
650 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
F
King Elementary School
0.5 mi | #824 of 825 | Score: 21.4
Dropped 4 spots from last year
-36.8 below state avg
454 students Diverse
Grades PK-06
C+
Conservatory Lab Charter School
0.5 mi | #246 of 352 | Score: 36.7
Improved 11 spots from last year
-21.5 below state avg
467 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
D
Mather Elementary School
0.6 mi | #752 of 825 | Score: 32.3
Dropped 255 spots from last year
-25.9 below state avg
479 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
C-
Holmes Elementary School
0.6 mi | #717 of 825 | Score: 34.5
Dropped 31 spots from last year
-23.7 below state avg
301 students Diverse
Grades PK-06
F
Greenwood Sarah K-8 School
0.7 mi | #340 of 352 | Score: 26.7
Dropped 6 spots from last year
-31.5 below state avg
381 students Less Diverse
Grades PK-08
C-
Everett Elementary School
0.8 mi | #733 of 825 | Score: 33.5
Dropped 58 spots from last year
-24.8 below state avg
283 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
C-
Winthrop Elementary School
0.9 mi | #670 of 825 | Score: 37.4
Dropped 176 spots from last year
-20.8 below state avg
256 students Diverse
Grades PK-06
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
0.4 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
Dearborn Middle School
0.5 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
0.6 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
0.9 mi
Grades 05-08
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.3 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
1.9 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
2.2 mi
C
Ohrenberger School
5.0 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
Frederick Pilot Middle
0.3 mi
McCormack Middle
1.7 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
A+
Boston Latin Academy
1.0 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
B+
TechBoston Academy
1.4 mi | #10 of 25 | Score: 34.9
Improved 350 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
869 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.5 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
Meridian Academy
1.7 mi
Grades 06-09
C
Ruth Batson Academy
1.7 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
D
English High School
1.9 mi | #328 of 346 | Score: 28.9
Improved 30 spots from last year
-29.3 below state avg
653 students Diverse
8 sports • 332 athletes
Rising School Career Tech Programs
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
2.0 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
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
2.2 mi | #14 of 25 | Score: 31.6
Improved 349 spots from last year
-26.7 below state avg
480 students Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
2.5 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
2.7 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
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Neighborhood

Dorchester

72 Olney St # 1, Boston MA 02121

Boston, MA 02121

Listing Information

Listing Agent Shawn Burgess
Listing Office Compass
Office Phone 617-752-6845
Agent MLS ID BB801935
Office MLS ID AN3337
Listing Data Updated Jul 14, 2026 3:57 PM 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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