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
226
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
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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

10 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
German International School Boston
0.6 mi
Grades PK-12
C
Gardner Pilot Academy
0.7 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
B
Winship Elementary School
0.8 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
D
Lyon Elementary School
1.0 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
1.1 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
C-
Match Charter Public School
1.1 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
2.0 mi
Grades 05-12
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Nativity Prep School
3.0 mi
Grades 05-08
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
3.6 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
4.3 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
4.5 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
4.6 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
4.9 mi
Epiphany School
5.7 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.4 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
Timilty Middle
3.1 mi
Edwards Middle
4.3 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
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
D
Brighton High School
0.3 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
0.7 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
2.4 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-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
3.1 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
Newman School
3.1 mi
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
3.4 mi
Grades 06-09
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
3.5 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
3.7 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
D
English High School
3.7 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
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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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