The United States Postal Service (USPS) has begun a formal study that could lead to the permanent closure of the Allston Post Office.
At a community meeting on September 11, USPS representatives said the study will consider community feedback, customer needs, impacts on employees, postal operations and finances. A customer questionnaire will also be part of the process.
The Allston Post Office has been closed since 2019 due to structural damage to the building. USPS had previously committed to relocating the post office near its original location on Harvard Avenue, but that plan was later reconsidered.
Community members at the September 11 meeting raised concerns about access to postal services, particularly for residents without cars and those with mobility challenges. The Brighton Post Office is currently the closest alternative for many Allston residents.
According to USPS, the discontinuation study is expected to take at least 210 days, meaning it is not expected to be completed before April 2027. Once the study is complete, the proposal will be available for public review, and residents will have 60 days to submit comments before USPS makes a final determination.
A Boston City Council hearing concerning the Allston Post Office is scheduled for September 22, and a community press conference is planned for October 5 on Harvard Avenue.
Source: Allstonia, September 13, 2026.