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1 Bathroom $935
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2/13/26

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2/13/26 $935
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Convenient For

  • Undergraduates
  • Graduate Students
  • Faculty/Staff

Apartment Description

Room for rent: Step into this stunningly updated 6 bed, 2 bath home in the heart of Union Square—just a short walk to the Green Line T station. Perfect for remote work, this home features two spacious bedroom-office combinations. Bedroom 5 includes... 84 square feet along with a dedicated 147-square-foot office space, totaling 231 square feet. Bedroom 2 offers 81 square feet and its own 109-square-foot office, with a separate entrance to the beautiful ground floor deck, for a total of 190 square feet.

Throughout the home, you’ll find elegant hardwood floors, tall ceilings, and large windows that fill the space with natural light. A spiral staircase adds charm as it connects the top two levels. On the upper floor, a shared living area opens to an expansive rooftop deck with sweeping views of Downtown Boston—ideal for relaxing evenings and enjoying Fourth of July fireworks.

Shared living spaces span all four levels of the home, including an inviting front porch, a spacious ground-floor deck, and the rooftop deck, offering plenty of room to spread out or entertain. The newly renovated kitchen is a dream, complete with granite countertops, new stainless steel appliances, and a dishwasher for easy cleanup. There’s even a balcony just off the dining area.

Enjoy year-round comfort with central air conditioning, efficient heating, ductless HVAC, and updated insulation. The bathrooms have been newly upgraded with premium finishes, and the laundry room features a brand new washer and dryer. A tree-lined, semi-fenced backyard includes space for gardening, a rear deck for gatherings, and a paved driveway offering ample parking.

Situated right in Union Square, this home is surrounded by award-winning dining, local shops, breweries, and green spaces. The area is also undergoing a $2 billion transformation with 2.4 million square feet of transit-oriented development, including tech companies, retail, and dining. From your front door, it’s less than a five-minute walk to the Union Square Green Line T Station, with convenient access to Harvard, MIT, Kendall Square, and Downtown Boston. This highly walkable and bike-friendly location boasts a Walk Score of 99 and a Bike Score of 98 on Redfin.

Enjoy nearby parks like Lincoln Park and Prospect Hill, or walk to Harvard Square in just 20 minutes. Fantastic local dining options include Juliet, Sarma, Field & Vine, Hen Chicken Rice, Celeste, Moona, and Bow Market. Grocery shopping is a breeze with Whole Foods, Target, Stop & Shop, and the Union Square Farmers Market all close by.

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Amenities

Unit Features

  • Dishwasher
  • Patio, Balcony, Porch or Deck

Laundry

  • Washer/Dryer in Unit

Virtual Tours

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Shopping Centers

Somerville Plaza Walk: 16 min Distance: 0.8 mi
Twin City Plaza Walk: 17 min Distance: 0.9 mi
Somerville Place Walk: 21 min Distance: 1.1 mi

Military

Boston Support Center Walk: 57 min Distance: 3.0 mi

Transit / Subway

Union Square Walk: 7 min Distance: 0.4 mi
Gilman Square Walk: 15 min Distance: 0.8 mi
Central Square Station Walk: 23 min Distance: 1.2 mi
Porter Square Walk: 27 min Distance: 1.4 mi
East Somerville Walk: 13 min Distance: 0.7 mi
Sullivan Square Station Walk: 24 min Distance: 1.3 mi
North Station Walk: 42 min Distance: 2.2 mi
Back Bay Station Walk: 64 min Distance: 3.3 mi
Yawkey Walk: 56 min Distance: 2.9 mi
Boston Landing Drive: 16 min Distance: 8.6 mi

Airports

General Edward Lawrence Logan International Drive: 11 min Distance: 5.5 mi

Colleges and Universities Nearby

Cambridge College Walk: 24 min Distance: 1.3 mi
Lesley University, Porter Walk: 25 min Distance: 1.3 mi
Lesley University Walk: 28 min Distance: 1.5 mi
MIT Walk: 31 min Distance: 1.6 mi

Parks and Recreation

Harvard Museum of Natural History Walk: 22 min Distance: 1.2 mi
Mineralogical and Geological Museum Walk: 22 min Distance: 1.2 mi
Longfellow National Historic Site Walk: 32 min Distance: 1.7 mi
Museum of Science Walk: 33 min Distance: 1.7 mi
Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics Walk: 35 min Distance: 1.8 mi

Schools

Somerville High
Grades 9-12
Public
6
Out of 10
Albert F. Argenziano School At Lincoln Park
Grades PK-8
Public
5
Out of 10
St. Anthony Elementary School
Grades K-8
Private
NR
Out of 10
Castle School
Grades 9-12
Private
NR
Out of 10
St Catherine Of Genoa School
Grades PK-8
Private
NR
Out of 10
East Somerville Community School
Grades PK-8
Public
5
Out of 10

Ratings

Walker's Paradise

99

Walk Score ®

Out of 100

Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.

Excellent Transit

81

Transit Score ®

Out of 100

You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.

Biker's Paradise

99

Bike Score ®

Out of 100

Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.

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