$3,397
Total Monthly Price
12 Month Lease
279 Washington St Unit 3
Somerville, MA 02143
2 Weeks Ago
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617-440-4557
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Bedrooms
1
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Bathrooms
1
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Square Feet
800 sq ft
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Available
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Highlights
- Pets Allowed
- Hardwood Floors
- Yard
- Basement
- Smoke Free
279 Washington St Unit 3
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About This Home
12 Month Lease,
$3,397 deposit,
Available Now
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 School District 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 listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.
- One-Time Move-In Fees
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Broker Fee$0
- Dogs Allowed
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Fees not specified
- Cats Allowed
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Fees not specified
- Parking
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Garage$200/mo
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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 | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi | |
| 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
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
743 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
548 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,367 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
179 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
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Private High School
Grades 9-12
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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.
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 14 min | 0.8 mi | |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.4 mi |
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Drive: | 10 min | 3.5 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.9 mi |
| Drive: | 16 min | 8.5 mi |
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General Edward Lawrence Logan International
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Drive: | 11 min | 5.5 mi |
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
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Strong Public Transit
Transit
80
/ 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
50
/ 100
Exceptionally Bikeable
Bikeability
90
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from 279 Washington St Unit 3.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Walk: | 14 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Walk: | 16 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Walk: | 19 min | 1.0 mi |
279 Washington St Unit 3 has 3 shopping centers within 1.0 miles, which is about a 19-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Harvard Museum of Natural History
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Walk: | 20 min | 1.1 mi |
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Mineralogical and Geological Museum
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Walk: | 20 min | 1.1 mi |
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Longfellow National Historic Site
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi |
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Museum of Science
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.7 mi |
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Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics
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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 | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 12 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.2 mi | |
| 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 | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 24 min | 12.2 mi | |
| 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
279 Washington St Unit 3 Photos
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
279 Washington St
Somerville, MA 02143