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53 Fairfax St # 1, Somerville MA 02144

Somerville, MA 02144
$3,000/mo
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,000
Sq Ft
999
Lot Sq Ft
2
Parking
68
Days on Market
Active Listed May 4, 2026 • MLS# 73512330 Copied! • Updated Jun 4, 2026

About this home

Bright and spacious 2-bedroom, 1st floor unit in a two-family home in desirable West Somerville, just moments from Tufts University. Well-maintained, filled with natural light, this home offers a flexible layout with two bedrooms, a comfortable living room, and a separate dining area. The kitchen is functional with ample cabinet space and a tiled shower-tub bathroom. Hardwood floors run throughout, adding warmth and character. Enjoy both front and rear porches, perfect for relaxing, plus access to a shared outdoor space. Additional features include laundry in the building and 1-2 Off-Street Tandem Parking Spaces. Conveniently located near Routes 16, 2, and I-93, the Green Line, and just minutes to Davis Square and Teele Square with shops, restaurants, and local amenities. A great opportunity for space, flexibility, and an unbeatable location.

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Property History

Market Insights

Property Timeline

Back On Market
May 13, 2026
Active
📋
Status: Active under contract
May 9, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
🏠
Listed for Sale
May 4, 2026
$3,000
Original listing
Agent: Shola Oguntolu Office: Keller Williams Realty Evolution

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
Tax history not available

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Lease
Style Apartment
Living Area 1,000 sq ft
Lot Size 999 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Rental Details

Available Jun 1, 2026
Lease Term Lease Terms(1 Year),Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes Water, Sewer, Laundry Facilities, Parking
Security Deposit $3,000
Required First MonthLast MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets Yes w/ Restrictions
Pet Policy Dogs OKCats OKRestrictions Apply
Heating Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances Range, Microwave, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement None
Laundry In Basement, In Building
Features None
Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Porch, Deck - Wood
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch, Deck - Wood
Features None
Total Spaces 2

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 []
Unit/Building 1
Sq Ft Source Owner
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 31 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Apartment
Listing Type
For Rent
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,000 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Entry Level
1

Room Details

First Floor

Bathroom1
Dining Room
Kitchen
Bedroom2
Living Room
Master Bedroom

Other Floor

Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Bathroom2
Bathroom3
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry: In Basement, In Building
Security:

Construction & Materials

Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Natural Gas
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Wood
Patio & Porch: Porch, Deck - Wood
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
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

9 schools
A
John F Kennedy School
1.7 mi | #50 of 352 | Score: 56.7
Improved 5 spots from last year
-1.5 below state avg
439 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
C+
Arthur D Healey School
2.0 mi | #236 of 352 | Score: 37.5
Improved 27 spots from last year
-20.7 below state avg
482 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
St. Theresa of the Child Jesus School
2.0 mi
Grades PK-08
C-
Winter Hill Community School
2.7 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
B+
Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park
2.8 mi | #134 of 352 | Score: 45.7
Improved 40 spots from last year
-12.6 below state avg
553 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
C+
East Somerville Community School
2.8 mi | #245 of 352 | Score: 37.0
Improved 6 spots from last year
-21.2 below state avg
747 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
Tufts Educational Day Care Center
0.9 mi
Grades PK-K
A+
Benjamin G Brown School
1.3 mi | #78 of 824 | Score: 60.5
Dropped 61 spots from last year
+2.3 above state avg
219 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
Capuano Early Childhood Center
3.0 mi
250 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-01
M

Middle Schools

1 school
Next Wave Junior High School
2.5 mi
16 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

2 schools
F
Full Circle High School
2.5 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
2.5 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
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53 Fairfax St # 1, Somerville MA 02144

Somerville, MA 02144

Listing Information

Listing Agent Shola Oguntolu
Listing Office Keller Williams Realty Evolution
Office Phone 781-395-5600
Agent MLS ID CN203523
Office MLS ID AN6887
Listing Data Updated Jun 4, 2026 2:12 PM 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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