53 Franklin St, Somerville MA 02145

Somerville, MA 02145
$5,200/mo
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,914
Sq Ft
2,178
Lot Sq Ft
45
Days on Market
Active Listed Jun 7, 2026 • MLS# 73531492 Copied! • Updated Jun 11, 2026

About this home

Rare opportunity to rent a single-family home in East Somerville offering exceptional space, privacy, and convenience at a that's hard to find in today's market.This charming cottage features central AC and heat, hardwood floors throughout, in-unit laundry, and a fully fenced private backyard with a deck/patio perfect for entertaining or enjoying your own outdoor retreat.The location is unbeatable: just a 2-minute walk to the Green Line and a 10-minute walk to the Orange Line, with quick and easy access to Union Square, Assembly Row, and Cambridge by bike, bus, or train.The home offers 3 bedrooms (2 generous sized and one small) and 2.5 bathrooms, plus a finished lower-level in-law suite with a separate entrance and approximately 652 square feet of additional living space ideal for guests (or 4th bedroom), a home office, or extra flexibility.Private outdoor space and plenty of street parking. Tenants pay all utilities. Pets allowed for additional fee. Available 9/1/26.

Property History

Market Insights

99.3%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Sale
Jun 8, 2026
$5,200
Original listing
Office: Premier Realty Group - Lexington
Previous Transaction - MLS #72880250
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Oct 18, 2021
$712,500
MLS #72880250

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
Tax history not available

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Lease
Style Single Family Residence
Living Area 1,914 sq ft
Lot Size 2,178 sq ft
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 9

Rental Details

Available Sep 1, 2026
Lease Term Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes Occupancy Only
Security Deposit $5,200
Required First MonthLast MonthDepositReferences
Pets Yes
Pet Policy Dogs OKCats OK
Heating Forced Air
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Water Treatment
Fireplace None
Basement None
Laundry In Unit
Features None
Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Porch, Deck, Patio, Fenced Yard, Garden
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Porch, Deck, Patio
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
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Sq Ft Source Owner
Sq Ft Disclosures 1 of 4 bedrooms is in the basement
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 4 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Rent
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,914 sq ft
Total Rooms
9
Entry Level
1

Room Details

Other Floor

Bathroom1
Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Dining Room
Kitchen
Bathroom2
Bedroom2
Living Room
Bathroom3
Master Bedroom
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Water Treatment
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry: In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Patio, Fenced Yard, Garden
Patio & Porch: Porch, Deck, Patio
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features:
School District
Somerville School District local
B-
School Safety 2024-25
2.5% Average
1.4% Suspensions 2.2% In-School 1.1% Emergency
3.0% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

3 schools
Capuano Early Childhood Center
0.1 mi
250 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-01
C+
East Somerville Community School
0.2 mi | #245 of 352 | Score: 37.0
Improved 6 spots from last year
-21.2 below state avg
747 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
C-
Winter Hill Community School
0.3 mi | #287 of 352 | Score: 32.6
Dropped 15 spots from last year
-25.7 below state avg
388 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
Next Wave Junior High School
0.6 mi
16 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
C+
Cambridge Street Upper School
0.9 mi | #214 of 352 | Score: 39.8
Dropped 26 spots from last year
-18.4 below state avg
301 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
Edwards Middle
1.0 mi
H

High Schools

3 schools
F
Full Circle High School
0.6 mi | #344 of 346 | Score: 17.3
Improved 22 spots from last year
-40.9 below state avg
67 students Diverse
Rising School Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
B+
Somerville High School
0.6 mi | #131 of 346 | Score: 57.1
Improved 111 spots from last year
-1.1 below state avg
1,394 students Diverse
17 sports • 1,566 athletes
Rising School Career Tech Programs Strong Athletics Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
1.1 mi | #178 of 346 | Score: 53.1
Dropped 57 spots from last year
-5.2 below state avg
251 students Diverse
7 sports • 202 athletes
High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
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Neighborhood

53 Franklin St, Somerville MA 02145

Somerville, MA 02145

Listing Information

Listing Office Premier Realty Group - Lexington
Office Phone 617-515-1162
Agent MLS ID CN263522
Office MLS ID AN7146
Listing Data Updated Jun 11, 2026 3:05 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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