172 Putnam Street # 2, Boston MA 02128
Boston, MA 02128 • East Boston
$2,300/mo
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About this home
Second-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. The unit will be painted, and the floor will be sanded before move-in. First and last month's rent are required, and a one-year lease is required. The apartment will be ready for occupancy on September 15 or October 1, 2026.
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Property History
Property Timeline
Listed for Rent
Aug 23, 2026
$2,300
Original listing
Agent: Saul Perlera
Office: Perlera Real Estate
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/23/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $2,300 | - | - | 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
Sep 15, 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, Hot Water, Individual, Unit Control
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
Range, 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
2
Sq Ft Source
Field Card
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
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
2
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,000 sq ft above grade
FeaturesNo
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, 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, 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
|
#551 of 824
|
Score: 42.9
Dropped 160 spots from last year
-15.3 below state avg
408 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
C-
Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School
0.3 mi
|
#670 of 824
|
Score: 37.5
Improved 47 spots from last year
-20.7 below state avg
279 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
D
O'Donnell Elementary School
0.4 mi
|
#777 of 824
|
Score: 30.7
Dropped 52 spots from last year
-27.5 below state avg
256 students
Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
B+
Alighieri Dante Montessori School
0.6 mi
|
#5 of 12
|
Score: 45.3
Improved 124 spots from last year
-12.9 below state avg
109 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
C+
Mario Umana Academy
0.6 mi
|
#11 of 16
|
Score: 26.9
Improved 333 spots from last year
-31.3 below state avg
634 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-08
D
McKay K-8 School
0.6 mi
|
#332 of 352
|
Score: 27.6
Dropped 36 spots from last year
-30.7 below state avg
640 students
Less Diverse
Grades PK-08
East Boston Central Catholic School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-08
D
Adams Elementary School
0.8 mi
|
#767 of 824
|
Score: 31.2
Dropped 88 spots from last year
-27 below state avg
237 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
C
Harvard-Kent Elementary School
1.4 mi
|
#589 of 824
|
Score: 41.5
Dropped 181 spots from last year
-16.7 below state avg
334 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
A
Eliot K-8 Innovation School
1.4 mi
|
#48 of 352
|
Score: 57.2
Improved 2 spots from last year
-1.1 below state avg
784 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: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
5.1 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
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
|
#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
Edwards Middle
1.9 mi
UP Academy
3.2 mi
High Schools
10 schools
C-
East Boston High School
0.4 mi
|
#305 of 346
|
Score: 37.3
Improved 31 spots from last year
-20.9 below state avg
1,252 students
Less Diverse
14 sports
• 584 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
D
Charlestown High School
1.6 mi
|
#322 of 346
|
Score: 31.0
Improved 49 spots from last year
-27.2 below state avg
754 students
Diverse
11 sports
• 488 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
2.7 mi
|
#268 of 346
|
Score: 44.6
Improved 4 spots from last year
-13.6 below state avg
557 students
Very Diverse
12 sports
• 208 athletes
High Graduation Rate
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
|
#19 of 25
|
Score: 27.6
Improved 346 spots from last year
-30.6 below state avg
604 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: 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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
4.4 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
A+
Boston Latin School
4.5 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
5.0 mi
|
#2 of 25
|
Score: 63.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+5.7 above state avg
1,693 students
Very Diverse
17 sports
• 1,298 athletes
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood
East Boston
172 Putnam Street # 2, 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
Aug 23, 2026 11:20 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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