Dimensions7.7 x 11.11
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, French Doors
LevelSecond
170 Walter Street # 2, Boston MA 02131
Boston, MA 02131 • Roslindale
$3,100
$2,900/mo
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About this home
Host your next dinner party in this beautiful home. Freshly painted bright, cheerful and well-maintained second-floor unit with fabulous floor plan for entertaining or relaxing in a classic two-family home on Walter Street, one of Roslindale’s most sought-after residential blocks. This 1,200 sq. ft. apartment offers real living space. There are two generous bedrooms, living room, dining room, mudroom, a versatile den which is perfect for a home office, an updated bathroom and a private rear porch. Meet your friends at Arnold Arboretum. Short distance from the Peters Hill entrance to the Arnold Arboretum — 281 acres of Harvard-managed parkland with paved trails, skyline views, and some of the best green space in the city, right out your front door. Roslindale Village Station (commuter rail to Back Bay/South Station) and the shops, restaurants, and farmers market of Roslindale Square are both close by. You are surrounded by green space & nature in every direction.
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Property History
Market Insights
1
Price Changes
6.5%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Sep 1, 2026
$2,900
$200
(-6.45%)
From $3,100 to $2,900 (-6.5%)
Listed for Rent
Aug 8, 2026
$3,100
Original listing
Agent: Lynda Hughes
Office: Keller Williams Realty
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/01/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $2,900 | $200 | - | From $3,100 to $2,900 (-6.5%) |
| 08/08/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $3,100 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Apartment
Living Area
1,200 sq ft
Lot Size
10,000 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
8
Rental Details
Available
Available Now
Lease Term
Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes
Occupancy Only
Security Deposit
$2,900
Required
First MonthDepositReferences
Pets
Yes
Pet Policy
Dogs OKCats OK
Interior
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Flooring
Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
In Building
Features
Closet, Mud Room, Home Office, Single Living Level
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
Porch, Deck - Access Rights, Covered Patio/deck, Rain Gutters, Garden
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Porch, Deck - Access Rights, Covered
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
2
Sq Ft Source
Owner
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
28 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Apartment
Listing Type
For Rent
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,200 sq ft
Total Rooms
8
Entry Level
2
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,200 sq ft above grade
Dimensions11.5 x 12.7
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Exterior Access, Stainless Steel Appliances
LevelSecond
Dimensions10.7 x 12
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Dimensions12.7 x 12.2
FeaturesCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Dimensions14.4 x 11.11
FeaturesCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Dimensions10.11 x 13.9
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch, Deck - Access Rights, Covered
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:
Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Closet, Mud Room, Home Office, Single Living Level
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
In Building
Security:
Construction & Materials
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Natural Gas
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch, Deck - Access Rights, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Garden
Patio & Porch:
Porch, Deck - Access Rights, Covered
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
3 schools
Sumner Elementary
0.6 mi
Italian Home For Children
0.7 mi
Grades PK-09
C
Boston Teachers Union Elementary Pilot School
0.8 mi
|
#262 of 352
|
Score: 35.5
Improved 35 spots from last year
-22.7 below state avg
209 students
Very Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
Middle Schools
1 school
Irving Middle
0.8 mi
High Schools
3 schools
F
Boston Adult Tech Academy
0.8 mi
|
#382 of 346
|
Score: 27.2
Same rank as last year
122 students
Diverse
Grades 11-12
Margarita Muniz Academy
1.2 mi
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
1.3 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
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Location
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Neighborhood
Roslindale
170 Walter Street # 2, Boston MA 02131
Boston, MA 02131
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Lynda Hughes
Listing Office
Keller Williams Realty
Office Phone
781-449-1400
Agent MLS ID
CN200916
Office MLS ID
AN0875
Listing Data Updated
Sep 5, 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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