85 Boston Ave # 1, Somerville MA 02144
Somerville, MA 02144
$3,000/mo
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About this home
Welcome to this spacious and inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment in a fantastic Somerville location. Inside, you’ll find a well-appointed layout with hardwood flooring throughout, a comfortable eat-in kitchen, and generously sized living and dining rooms offering plenty of space to relax, entertain, or work from home. A newly built back porch provides a great spot to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind at the end of the day. Conveniently located near the Green Line, this home offers easy access to Boston and surrounding areas. Enjoy a highly walkable neighborhood with an excellent variety of restaurants, coffee shops, shopping, local favorites, and everyday conveniences just minutes away. With spacious rooms, classic hardwood floors, , convenient public transportation, and a prime Somerville location, this apartment offers a wonderful combination of comfort, character, and city convenience.
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Property History
Property Timeline
Listed for Rent
Sep 22, 2026
$3,000
Original listing
Agent: Christian Doherty
Office: Doherty Properties
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/22/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $3,000 | - | - | Original listing |
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
0.00
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
3
Rental Details
Available
Available Now
Lease Term
Term of Rental(18)
Rent Includes
Water, Sewer
Security Deposit
$3,000
Required
First MonthLast MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets
No
Pet Policy
No Pets
Interior
Heating
Natural Gas, Baseboard
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
In Building
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
Porch
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Porch
Parking
Features
None
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
None
Sewer
None
Gas
None
Other
None
Building & Pet Policy
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Unit/Building
1
Sq Ft Source
Field Card
Sq Ft Disclosures
Tenant to verify measurements. Landlord and Listing Agent did not measure.
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Property Overview
Property Type
Apartment
Listing Type
For Rent
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,000 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,000 sq ft above grade
FeaturesNo
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch
Room Markers
OOffice (1)
KKitchen (1)
BRBedroom (5)
BABathroom (4)
DDining (1)
LLiving (2)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
In Building
Security:
Construction & Materials
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Natural Gas, Baseboard
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch
Patio & Porch:
Porch
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Nearby Schools
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
Elementary Schools
9 schools
A
John F Kennedy School
0.6 mi
|
#49 of 352
|
Score: 57.2
Improved 6 spots from last year
-1 below state avg
474 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
St. Theresa of the Child Jesus School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
Arthur D Healey School
0.7 mi
|
#237 of 352
|
Score: 37.4
Improved 26 spots from last year
-20.8 below state avg
461 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
C-
Winter Hill Community School
1.3 mi
|
#291 of 352
|
Score: 32.3
Dropped 19 spots from last year
-25.9 below state avg
361 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
C+
East Somerville Community School
1.4 mi
|
#244 of 352
|
Score: 36.9
Improved 7 spots from last year
-21.3 below state avg
743 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
B+
Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park
1.4 mi
|
#137 of 352
|
Score: 45.4
Improved 37 spots from last year
-12.8 below state avg
548 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
A+
Benjamin G Brown School
0.2 mi
|
#82 of 825
|
Score: 60.2
Dropped 65 spots from last year
+2 above state avg
230 students
Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
Tufts Educational Day Care Center
0.8 mi
Grades PK-K
Capuano Early Childhood Center
1.5 mi
240 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-01
Middle Schools
1 school
Next Wave Junior High School
1.0 mi
11 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
High Schools
2 schools
F
Full Circle High School
1.0 mi
|
#334 of 346
|
Score: 23.6
Improved 32 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
60 students
Diverse
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
B+
Somerville High School
1.0 mi
|
#125 of 346
|
Score: 58.3
Improved 117 spots from last year
+0.1 above state avg
1,367 students
Diverse
17 sports
• 1,566 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood
85 Boston Ave # 1, Somerville MA 02144
Somerville, MA 02144
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Christian Doherty
Listing Office
Doherty Properties
Office Phone
978-746-0124
Agent MLS ID
CT003020
Office MLS ID
AC0904
Listing Data Updated
Sep 22, 2026 8:52 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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