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$3,397 Total Monthly Price
12 Month Lease

279 Washington St Unit 3

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Somerville, MA 02143

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  • Bedrooms

    1

  • Bathrooms

    1

  • Square Feet

    800 sq ft

  • Available

    Available Nov 30

Highlights

  • Pets Allowed
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Yard
  • Basement
  • Smoke Free
279 Washington St Unit 3
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12 Month Lease, $3,397 deposit, Available Nov 30

Sunny Top-Floor 1.5BD w/ 2 Alcove Offices, Porch & Storage – Steps to Union Square, Heat & Hw Included!! Spacious and sunny top-floor 1.5-bedroom at 279 Washington St., #3 in Somerville offering 800 square feet of thoughtfully renovated living space, perfect for couples or professionals needing flexible room for a home office or guest area. Located just steps from trendy Union Square, you'll enjoy easy access to vibrant local markets, artisan shops, and some of Somerville’s best restaurants and nightlife, with popular spots like Davis Square, Bow Market, and Assembly Row all nearby for endless entertainment and shopping options. The apartment features two alcove study areas, a large private porch, in-building coin laundry, and a secure, individual basement storage unit. Heat and hot water are included, and pets are negotiable. Quick public transit links to Boston and Cambridge, while on-site parking is available for rent. Classic 7-unit house with modern amenities, high ceilings, and access to city parks, cycling trails, and community recreation programs close by.

279 Washington St is a condo located in Middlesex County and the 02143 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Somerville attendance zone.

* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Condo Features

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

Hardwood Floors

Stainless Steel Appliances

  • Air Conditioning
  • Smoke Free
  • Storage Space
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Instant Hot Water
  • Hardwood Floors
  • High Ceilings
  • Basement
  • Office
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Walking/Biking Trails
  • Porch
  • Yard

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

  • One-Time Move-In Fees
  • Broker Fee
    $0

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Utilities Included

  • Water
  • Heat
  • Trash Removal

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Neighborhood

Just a 20-minute drive from downtown Boston, Conway Park is a residential neighborhood featuring apartments for rent in large, triple decker multi-family homes. The area is small but has tons of amenities for your everyday needs. The namesake park offers a playground and facilities for basketball, soccer, football, and baseball. Veterans Memorial Rink is an old-school rink for hockey games and ice skating.

There are several casual, locally-owned bakeries, cafes, and restaurants in the neighborhood. Samba Bar& Grille is great for dancing and happy hour food. Harvard University and Harvard Square are within walking distance of Conway Park, making it a great location for students and culture aficionados. Consider renting here if you want a hometown feel in an urban landscape.

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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Lesley University, Porter
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Cambridge College
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Harvard University
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Lesley University
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
279 Washington St Unit 3 is within 4 minutes or 1.4 miles from Cambridge College. It is also near Lesley University, Porter and Lesley University.
Schools
E Somerville Community
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
729 Students
Attendance Zone
Albert F. Argenziano School At Lincoln Park
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
544 Students
Attendance Zone
Somerville High
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,310 Students
Attendance Zone
St Catherine Of Genoa School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
227 Students
Nearby
St. Anthony Elementary School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
Nearby
Castle School
Private High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Somerville include Union Square, located 0.4 mile from 279 Washington St Unit 3. 279 Washington St Unit 3 is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 5.5 miles or 11 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Union Square
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Gilman Square
Walk: 14 min 0.8 mi
Central Square Station
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Magoun Square
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
East Somerville
Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Porter Square
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
North Station
Drive: 6 min 2.4 mi
Back Bay Station
Drive: 10 min 3.5 mi
Yawkey
Drive: 8 min 3.9 mi
Boston Landing
Drive: 16 min 8.5 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
 Drive: 11 min 5.5 mi
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
79
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.
Busy
61
Soundscore™
Out of 100

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Busy

Airport:

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 279 Washington St Unit 3.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Cobble Hill Center
Walk: 14 min 0.8 mi
Somerville Plaza
Walk: 14 min 0.8 mi
Twin City Plaza
Walk: 16 min 0.9 mi
279 Washington St Unit 3 has 3 shopping centers within 0.9 mile, which is about a 16-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Harvard Museum of Natural History
 Walk: 20 min 1.1 mi
Mineralogical and Geological Museum
 Walk: 20 min 1.1 mi
Longfellow National Historic Site
 Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Museum of Science
 Drive: 5 min 1.7 mi
Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics
 Drive: 5 min 1.9 mi
279 Washington St Unit 3 has 5 parks within 1.9 miles, including Harvard Museum of Natural History, Mineralogical and Geological Museum, and Longfellow National Historic Site.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Cambridge Health Alliance
Walk: 12 min 0.7 mi
Mount Auburn Hospital
Drive: 6 min 2.2 mi
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
Drive: 5 min 2.4 mi
279 Washington St Unit 3 has 3 hospitals within 2.4 miles, the nearest is Cambridge Health Alliance which is 0.7 mile away and a 12 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Hanscom Air Force Base
Drive: 24 min 12.2 mi
US Military Reservation
Drive: 31 min 17.7 mi
279 Washington St Unit 3 is 12.2 miles from Hanscom Air Force Base, and is convenient to other military bases, including US Military Reservation.
Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Smoke Free
  • Storage Space
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Instant Hot Water
  • Hardwood Floors
  • High Ceilings
  • Basement
  • Office
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Porch
  • Yard
  • Walking/Biking Trails

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