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What the public record shows for 30 Penniman Rd, Allston, MA 02134 · recorded Jul 16, 2026 · 56 findings from 16 public sources

major85 ft NW

Planned development: 90 Braintree Street

Large Project that is board-approved — 111 residential units, 94,352 sq ft, $33M estimated cost. The Project includes the demolition of the existing building to construct a new residential building containing approximately 83,292 sf of gross floor area and approximately 111 rental units, of which 22 will be affordable units. The Project will include approximately 9,500 sf of open space to serve the Project’s residents. Approximately 59 parking spaces will be provided on the ground floor, along with approximately 119 bicycle storage spaces. Last filed 3/16/2026.

Source: Boston Planning (BPDA) — Article 80 Development Projects · retrieved Jul 16, 2026

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  • Noise
  • Change
  • Hazards & Environment

Six measures, scored 0–100

Noise

Road, rail, and aviation noise; complaint history

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info6.6 mi E

Major airport: Boston Logan International Airport

Boston Logan International Airport (KBOS), a major airport with scheduled airline service, is 6.6 mi to the E.

Source: FAA airport & runway data (OurAirports) · retrieved Jul 16, 2026

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Building sits back from road traffic noise (~46 dB within 160 ft)

At the address point itself, modeled road traffic noise is below the model's floor (45 dB for roads) — but within ~160 ft it reaches 46 dB (75th percentile 46 dB). Geocoders land on the building or parcel center rather than the curb, so the below-floor reading reflects setback, not silence. This is BTS's simplified national model (no terrain or building shielding) — a trend-grade modeled estimate, not a measurement. A major noise source sits within earshot (see the proximity finding), so treat this modeled value as a lower bound.

Source: BTS National Transportation Noise Map (2022) · retrieved Jul 16, 2026

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Modeled rail noise: ~54 dB (24-hr average)

The BTS transportation noise model puts 24-hr average rail noise at this location around 54 dB LAeq. Within ~160 ft it reaches 60 dB (75th percentile 59 dB). This is BTS's simplified national model (no terrain or building shielding) — a trend-grade modeled estimate, not a measurement.

Source: BTS National Transportation Noise Map (2022) · retrieved Jul 16, 2026

Light & Sun

Sun exposure by season; obstruction from surrounding buildings

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Change

Permitted construction and development pressure nearby

0poor
major85 ft NW

Planned development: 90 Braintree Street

Large Project that is board-approved — 111 residential units, 94,352 sq ft, $33M estimated cost. The Project includes the demolition of the existing building to construct a new residential building containing approximately 83,292 sf of gross floor area and approximately 111 rental units, of which 22 will be affordable units. The Project will include approximately 9,500 sf of open space to serve the Project’s residents. Approximately 59 parking spaces will be provided on the ground floor, along with approximately 119 bicycle storage spaces. Last filed 3/16/2026.

Source: Boston Planning (BPDA) — Article 80 Development Projects · retrieved Jul 16, 2026

major352 ft NW

Planned development: 120 Braintree Street

Small Project that is permitted or under construction — 32 residential units, 38,608 sq ft, $10M estimated cost. The proposed development consists of a newly constructed five story building housing 32 home ownership units and ground floor commercial space targeted for lease to a neighborhood small business. The ground floor also includes the main residential lobby fronting Braintree Street, amenity space for resident’s meeting and fitness, plus residents’ bike storage and 18 onsite parking spots (including (1) handicap spot) utilizing several manual stacker parking spaces. The four levels above provide thirty-two (32) residential units, with a mix of one (1) 3 Bedroom unit, seventeen (17) 2 bedroom units, two (2) 1 bedroom units plus den and twelve (12) 1 bedroom units. The building is proposed to be clad in a combination of brick, cementitious clapboard and metal. Juliette or small balconies are included for each unit and building massing includes a combination of bay forms. Last filed 2/13/2025.

Source: Boston Planning (BPDA) — Article 80 Development Projects · retrieved Jul 16, 2026

Hazards & Environment

Flood zones, contaminated sites, air quality, radon

76good
notable417 ft E

Toxic Release Inventory facility: Capitol Circuits

Reports to EPA's Toxics Release Inventory — a facility that manages listed toxic chemicals above reporting thresholds. Located at 24 Denby Rd.. Status: TRI Reporter, Active.

Source: EPA Facility Registry Service · retrieved Jul 16, 2026

notable1,002 ft NW

Toxic Release Inventory facility: Teradyne Inc

Reports to EPA's Toxics Release Inventory — a facility that manages listed toxic chemicals above reporting thresholds. Located at 179 Lincoln St. Status: TRI Reporter, Active.

Source: EPA Facility Registry Service · retrieved Jul 16, 2026

notable1,387 ft SW

Toxic Release Inventory facility: New Balance Athletic Shoe Inc

Reports to EPA's Toxics Release Inventory — a facility that manages listed toxic chemicals above reporting thresholds. Located at 65 North Beacon St.. Status: TRI Reporter, Active.

Source: EPA Facility Registry Service · retrieved Jul 16, 2026

Connectivity

Transit access, walkability, daily errands

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Walkability: 19.5 / 20 (most walkable)

The EPA National Walkability Index scores this census block group 19.5 out of 20 — in the "most walkable" band nationally. The index combines intersection density, proximity to transit stops, and the mix of jobs, homes, and destinations.

Source: EPA National Walkability Index · retrieved Jul 16, 2026

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3 rail stations, 6 bus routes within a 10-minute walk

Boston Landing (4-min walk): Framingham/Worcester Line (commuter rail): 53 weekday departures (~2.8/hour), 5:00 AM–12:02 AM. Harvard Avenue (9-min walk): Green Line B (light rail): 272 weekday departures (~13/hour), 5:16 AM–1:30 AM. 6 bus routes stop within the walk radius.

Source: MBTA GTFS static feed (Summer 2026, 2026-07-15T15:16:59+00:00, version D) · retrieved Jul 16, 2026

Neighborhood Pulse

311 complaint mix, incident reports, amenity density

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Median building vintage: 1938

Half the housing in this census tract was built before 1938. Housing this old predates the 1978 lead-paint ban and often has older wiring, plumbing, and insulation.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023) · retrieved Jul 16, 2026

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65% of homes are renter-occupied

65% of the 1,211 occupied homes in this tract are rentals. A renter-majority tract usually means more year-to-year turnover in who your neighbors are.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023) · retrieved Jul 16, 2026

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179 amenities within a 10-minute walk

Within a 5-minute walk: 8 grocery stores, 32 restaurants, 3 bars, 4 gyms, 2 pharmacies, 5 parks, 3 schools. Within 10 minutes: 20 grocery stores, 116 restaurants, 7 bars, 11 gyms, 4 pharmacies, 12 parks, 9 schools.

Source: OpenStreetMap amenities (© OpenStreetMap contributors, via Geofabrik) · retrieved Jul 16, 2026

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