172 Cabot St, Newton, MA 02458
Kitchen
Bedroom 1
OFF MARKET

172 Cabot St
Newton, MA 02458

Newtonville
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,265 sqft
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,265 sqft

Home Highlights

Property Type
Apartment
Living Area
1,265 sqft
Parking
Attached Garage

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 172 Cabot St.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

**JULY 1, 2025 LEASE START** Classic top floor unit of a two-family home. This lovely and inviting space has everything you would want in a rental today. Great floorplan and flow - living/dining room, great for entertaining. Kitchen with gas range, fridge, dishwasher, disposal. Two good sized bedrooms with bathroom between. Bonus small office nook. Garage parking plus 1 additional outside parking spot. Extra storage in basement and garage. Prime Newtonville location - walk to Cabot Park, BC Law, Newton North HS, & Newtonville Commuter Rail.

Tenants pay gas, electric, oil and cable/internet in addition to rent. Heat is OIL. Pets negotiable for A++ candidates - 1 pet maximum. Move in costs are 3 months rent - first, security and broker fee.
172 Cabot St, Newton, MA 02458 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,265 sqft apartment in Newtonville. More recently, it was listed as a rental in June 2025 with an asking price of $2,850 per month. That rental listing was removed on June 17, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $3,262/month.

Home Details for 172 Cabot St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: OilHeating Fuel: Oil
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Attached Covered Off Street Parking Lot, On Site

Comparable Sales for 172 Cabot St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
164 Galen St #64, Watertown, MA
1.04
Apartment
$395,000
06/15/26
2
1
950 sqft
12 Gordon Ter #1, Newton, MA
0.92
Apartment
$4,000
06/09/26
3
1.5
1,450 sqft
1-3 Ashmont Ave, Newton, MA
0.72
Apartment
$1,960,000
04/30/26
6
2
2,257 sqft
10 Williams St #62, Watertown, MA
1.06
Apartment
$163,100
02/28/11
1
1
735 sqft
143 Tremont St, Boston, MA
1.20
Apartment
$1,250,000
07/08/26
2
2
1,100 sqft
10 Williams St #37, Watertown, MA
1.06
Apartment
$362,000
07/20/26
1
1
670 sqft
33 Paul St #24, Newton, MA
1.39
Apartment
$568,000
07/02/26
2
1
1,005 sqft
99 Tremont St #302, Brighton, MA
1.27
Apartment
$810,000
03/19/26
2
2
1,121 sqft
207 Lake Shore Rd #2, Brighton, MA
1.41
Apartment
$431,000
06/22/26
2
1
-
95 Bridge St, Newton, MA
1.06
Apartment
$1,385,000
09/04/25
3
2
2,390 sqft
Home facts updated by county records

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Neighborhood Overview

Newtonville
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What Locals Say about Newtonville

At least 60 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 90 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 90 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 89 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 88 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 83 % Say parking is easy

  • 77 % Say there's wildlife

  • 76 % Say kids play outside

  • 73 % Say car is needed

  • 73 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 67 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 62 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 60 % Say it's quiet

  • 57 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 48 % Say there are community events

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  • Shermaderma
    "Great neighborhood. Walking to distance to everything; schools, groceries, restaurants, fast food, commuter rail and buses. People are out and about and friendly. Streets are safe. "
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    "Wonderful city. Safest of its size in the whole country. First class schools, wonderful library, convenient shopping, lots of restaurants. Newton is called the garden city because of the extensive trees found everywhere."
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    "It’s a nice neighborhood, very quiet, good school district, access to public transportation and restaurants."
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  • Babpta
    "various parks and places to walk you pet. must keep the dog on a leash always remember to clean up, you could be fined"
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  • Katherine
    "The is the dog park close and also Pooch hotel (doggie daycare & boarding) near by. There is also a huge park where we walk around quite a lot. Our dog never gets tired of it! "
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  • EO
    "There are both off leash parks and designated area parks. I do not own a dog so I cannot speak too much. Also there are coyotes and wild turkeys which may be dangerous to small dogs."
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  • Gloria L.
    "People have a high level of education, while being down to earth and are very family oriented. We love the proximity to the Mass Pike which makes it easy to get to Boston or anywhere to the West also. Neighbors are friendly and involved in the school system and the town politics."
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  • Shayne B.
    "Tons of places to walk your dog that are safe and easy to get to."
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  • Shayne B.
    "It has a suburban feel with a lot of the convenience of city life."
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  • Shayne B.
    "There are lots of traffic lights, but the traffic in my area is not too bad."
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  • Shayne B.
    "Newtonville has good schools and tons of parks where kids can play."
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  • Attybsk
    "It’s a suburban hamlet in close proximity to the thriving beat of Boston. Close to Fenway Park, close to the Celtics and Bruins, Patriots to the south and easy access to highways north and west, this is the epicenter of where it all happens!"
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  • Jenna T.
    "There are nice dog parks and other areas to take your dog."
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  • Jenna T.
    "Our main street has unique restaurants that let you enjoy all kinds of cuisine. It is a fun place to wander around."
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  • Jenna T.
    "Newtonville is super accessible, right off the highway."
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  • Jenna T.
    "Newtonville has great opportunities for kids to participate in sports and has a lot of little neighborhood groups of friends."
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  • Stephanie C.
    "This is a dog-friendly area. There is a nice dog park that is well maintained and not very crowded. You can access the Comm Ave Carriage Road or Charles River paths for long walks. There are also several large parks nearby."
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  • Stephanie C.
    "It is beautiful and populated by down-to-earth people."
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  • Stephanie C.
    "It can be difficult getting in and out of this neighborhood during rush hour, but most of the time there is no traffic or it is minimal. Very easy access to Mass Pike and Boston."
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  • Stephanie C.
    "Newton public schools are great. There are many families in the neighborhood. There's also a large public library."
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  • Ebruoral1
    "Great neighborhood. Neighbors are friendly and civil, great schools, supportive community. Generally well to do, educated."
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  • Ebruoral1
    "Lived in the neighborhood for more than 10 years, has all the comforts that a neighborhood can have. Nice people, cared for houses, friendly atmosphere, great schools with parent involvement."
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  • Bernardo G.
    "Walk to commuter train, Shaws, Trader Joe's, Wholefoods, Newton Free Library and many other stores in Newtonville."
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 17, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,850
Jun 10, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,850
Apr 29, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
Apr 23, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,850

Frequently asked questions about 172 Cabot St

  • Is Newton a buyer's or seller's market?
    Newton is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Newton?
    The median sale price in Newton is $1.59M. That is up $66.33K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about the Newtonville neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Newtonville neighborhood in Newton, MA as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and walkable to grocery stores. See recently sold homes in Newtonville, Newton.
  • What are the closest schools to 172 Cabot St?
    The closest schools to 172 Cabot St in Newton, MA are Bigelow Middle School (rated 9/10), Cabot Elementary School (rated 9/10), Newton North High School (rated 10/10).
  • Does 172 Cabot St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 172 Cabot St in Newton, MA has in-unit laundry.
  • Does 172 Cabot St have parking?
    Yes, 172 Cabot St in Newton, MA has on-site parking.

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