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85 Fairbank St, Boston MA 02135
Boston, MA 02135
$5,500/mo
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About this home
This move-in ready SFH features 6 bedrooms, a finished attic, and a family room in the basement. The newly renovated kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, along with the updated bathrooms, adds modern touches to this cozy home. In-unit laundry provides additional convenience for daily living. A rare find in the area, the property offers 6 parking spaces, including 2 generously sized garage spaces with room for both parking and storage. The spacious green backyard is perfect for outdoor activities and gatherings with friends and family. Conveniently located just steps from the YMCA, Bus 57 (to Boston University), Bus 64 (to Kendall Square and Massachusetts Institute of Technology), and Express Buses 501/503 (to downtown Boston). The property also boasts a Walk Score of 85 out of 100. July 1st move-in,
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Property History
Market Insights
Property Timeline
Lease Pending
Jul 15, 2026
Lease pending
Listed for Rent
May 26, 2026
$5,500
Original listing
Agent: Yuan Guo
Office: Phoenix Real Estate
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/15/2026 | ⏳ Lease Pending | - | - | - | Lease pending |
| 05/26/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $5,500 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
2 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1895
Living Area
2,200 sq ft
Lot Size
5,574 sq ft
Bedrooms
6
Full Baths
3
Total Rooms
9
Rental Details
Available
Jul 15, 2026
Lease Term
Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes
Trash Collection, Gardener, Extra Storage, Laundry Facilities, Parking
Security Deposit
$5,500
Required
First MonthLast MonthDeposit
Pets
Yes w/ Restrictions
Pet Policy
Dogs OKCats OKRestrictions Apply
Interior
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
None
Laundry
In Unit
Features
Bedroom, Bonus Room
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
Fenced Yard, Garden
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Features
None
Total Spaces
6
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
[]
Sq Ft Source
Other
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
51 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Lease Pending
Year Built
1895
Bedrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
2,200 sq ft
Total Rooms
9
Entry Level
2
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
2,200 sq ft above grade
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LevelSecond
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
LevelBasement
LevelBasement
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
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, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Bedroom, Bonus Room
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1895
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Natural Gas
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Fenced Yard, Garden
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
2
Total Parking Spaces:
6
Parking Features:
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University
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
D
Lyon Elementary School
0.1 mi
|
#333 of 352
|
Score: 27.3
Dropped 194 spots from last year
-30.9 below state avg
143 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-08
D
Edison Elementary School
0.5 mi
|
#759 of 824
|
Score: 31.7
Improved 21 spots from last year
-26.5 below state avg
502 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
B
Winship Elementary School
0.5 mi
|
#407 of 824
|
Score: 47.6
Dropped 189 spots from last year
-10.6 below state avg
353 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
St. Columbkille Partnership School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-08
Kennedy Hope Academy
1.1 mi
Grades 01-12
Kennedy Day School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-12
German International School Boston
1.5 mi
Grades PK-12
C
Gardner Pilot Academy
1.6 mi
|
#10 of 12
|
Score: 30.9
Improved 651 spots from last year
-27.3 below state avg
364 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
C-
Match Charter Public School
2.1 mi
|
#281 of 346
|
Score: 43.2
Improved 41 spots from last year
-15 below state avg
1,189 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-12
The Winsor School
2.9 mi
Grades 05-12
Middle Schools
10 schools
Nativity Prep School
3.8 mi
Grades 05-08
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
4.4 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Mother Caroline Academy
5.1 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
5.2 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
5.4 mi
|
#4 of 16
|
Score: 41.9
Improved 187 spots from last year
-16.3 below state avg
1,126 students
Diverse
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
5.9 mi
C
Ohrenberger School
6.3 mi
|
#265 of 352
|
Score: 34.9
Improved 20 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
477 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Epiphany School
6.4 mi
Grades 05-08
Timilty Middle
4.0 mi
Irving Middle
5.1 mi
High Schools
10 schools
C-
Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School
0.9 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
D
Brighton High School
0.9 mi
|
#321 of 346
|
Score: 31.3
Improved 43 spots from last year
-26.9 below state avg
667 students
Diverse
11 sports
• 520 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
1.2 mi
|
#333 of 346
|
Score: 25.8
Improved 28 spots from last year
-32.4 below state avg
399 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
3.3 mi
|
#19 of 346
|
Score: 73.3
Improved 61 spots from last year
+15.1 above state avg
2,424 students
Very Diverse
18 sports
• 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
4.0 mi
|
#14 of 25
|
Score: 31.3
Improved 349 spots from last year
-26.9 below state avg
428 students
Less Diverse
Strong AP Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
4.0 mi
|
#90 of 346
|
Score: 61.1
Improved 94 spots from last year
+2.9 above state avg
1,509 students
Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
4.1 mi
Grades 06-09
Newman School
4.1 mi
Grades 07-12
D
English High School
4.2 mi
|
#324 of 346
|
Score: 29.7
Improved 34 spots from last year
-28.5 below state avg
720 students
Moderate
8 sports
• 332 athletes
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
4.5 mi
|
#13 of 25
|
Score: 31.7
Improved 356 spots from last year
-26.6 below state avg
565 students
Diverse
10 sports
• 242 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood
85 Fairbank St, Boston MA 02135
Boston, MA 02135
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Yuan Guo
Listing Office
Phoenix Real Estate
Office Phone
781-530-6118
Agent MLS ID
CN234009
Office MLS ID
AC1405
Listing Data Updated
Jul 15, 2026 1:40 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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