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The Nia

394 McGrath Hwy, Somerville, MA 02143

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  • Bedrooms

    1 - 2 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 - 2 ba

  • Square Feet

    750 - 829 sq ft

The Nia
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The Nia introduces a quietly radical idea to Boston living. Where charm comes not from polish, but from thoughtful design and everyday clarity. This isn’t an out-of-touch showpiece; it’s a space with soul, grounded in comfort and crafted with intention. Inside, one- and two-bedroom apartments offer a lived-in ease, while amenities like a secure ButterflyMX entry system, an on-site gym, a dedicated work-from-home room, and private storage units meet the real needs of modern city life. Designed to Passive House standards, each residence is remarkably energy-efficient and exceptionally quiet, offering a more comfortable and sustainable living experience. From the indoor bike room with a repair station to a dog wash designed for daily use, every element reflects an honest approach to convenience and connection. Outdoors, residents enjoy a patio with a BBQ grill, a communal roof deck, and two private rooftop spaces, places to truly unwind, gather, and take in the city. Whether you're coming home from downtown Boston or in from a day traversing around Somerville, The Nia feels warm, inclusive, and deeply human. It’s a community that favors substance over spectacle, inviting you to experience the quiet joy of real life, well-designed.

Highlights

  • New Construction
  • Walker's Paradise
  • Premier Transit Location
  • Deck
  • Pet Play Area
  • Elevator
  • Grill
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Patio

About The Nia

The Nia introduces a quietly radical idea to Boston living. Where charm comes not from polish, but from thoughtful design and everyday clarity. This isn’t an out-of-touch showpiece; it’s a space with soul, grounded in comfort and crafted with intention. Inside, one- and two-bedroom apartments offer a lived-in ease, while amenities like a secure ButterflyMX entry system, an on-site gym, a dedicated work-from-home room, and private storage units meet the real needs of modern city life. Designed to Passive House standards, each residence is remarkably energy-efficient and exceptionally quiet, offering a more comfortable and sustainable living experience. From the indoor bike room with a repair station to a dog wash designed for daily use, every element reflects an honest approach to convenience and connection. Outdoors, residents enjoy a patio with a BBQ grill, a communal roof deck, and two private rooftop spaces, places to truly unwind, gather, and take in the city. Whether you're coming home from downtown Boston or in from a day traversing around Somerville, The Nia feels warm, inclusive, and deeply human. It’s a community that favors substance over spectacle, inviting you to experience the quiet joy of real life, well-designed.

The Nia is an apartment community located in Middlesex County and the 02143 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Somerville School District attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • bike room
  • Bike Storage
  • common roof deck
  • dog wash room
  • Keyless Fob Entry
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Outdoor Patio
  • Parking Lot Nearby
  • remote workspaces
  • Storage units

Community Amenities

Fitness Center

Elevator

Clubhouse

Business Center

  • Pet Play Area
  • Elevator
  • Business Center
  • Clubhouse
  • Lounge
  • Fitness Center
  • Bicycle Storage
  • Grill

Apartment Features

Washer/Dryer

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

Hardwood Floors

  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Storage Space
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Ice Maker
  • Granite Countertops
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Patio
  • Deck

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Location
394 McGrath Hwy, Somerville,
MA 02143
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Neighborhood

Just six miles north of downtown Boston, Prospect Hill in Somerville offers residents an energetic community filled with independent shops and restaurants. Like many places in Somerville and other nearby communities in Cambridge and Charleston, this neighborhood has rich ties to American history. In the 1700s, George Washington ordered the raising of the first American flag on Prospect Hill Tower, which still stands today.

Several buses run through the neighborhood, connecting workers to Boston and Cambridge without the need for a car. The commercial district centers on Union Square, with many triple-decker homes and apartments for rent packed into the nearby side streets. Locally owned restaurants and bars charm locals and visitors each day. Residents love starting their early mornings with a walk over to award-winning Union Square Donuts to pick up handmade donuts with creative flavors.

Learn more about living in Prospect Hill Somerville 
Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Prospect Hill Somerville Somerville, MA
Studio - $2,684
1 Bedroom $2,392 $3,256
2 Bedrooms $3,474 $4,029
3 Bedrooms $2,327 $4,085
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Bunker Hill Community College
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
MIT
Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
Cambridge College
Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
Lesley University, Porter
Drive: 6 min 1.9 mi
The Nia is within 5 minutes or 1.8 miles from Cambridge College. It is also near Bunker Hill Community College and Lesley University, Porter.
Schools
Albert F. Argenziano School At Lincoln Park
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Attendance Zone
East Somerville Community School
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Attendance Zone
Somerville High
Public High School
Grades 9-12
Attendance Zone
St. Ann School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Little Flower 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 0.5 mile from The Nia. The Nia is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 5.3 miles or 11 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Union Square
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Gilman Square
Walk: 10 min 0.6 mi
Lechmere Station
Drive: 2 min 1.2 mi
East Somerville
Drive: 5 min 1.5 mi
Sullivan Square Station
Drive: 3 min 1.7 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Porter Square
Drive: 6 min 2.1 mi
North Station
Drive: 5 min 2.2 mi
Back Bay Station
Drive: 10 min 3.3 mi
Chelsea
Drive: 9 min 3.7 mi
Yawkey
Drive: 8 min 4.0 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
 Drive: 11 min 5.3 mi
Getting Around
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
90 / 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
90 / 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70 / 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80 / 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
Busy
Soundscore™
59 / 100

Traffic

Busy

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Busy

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Nia.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Twin City Plaza
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Somerville Plaza
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Assembly Square
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
The Nia has 3 shopping centers within 1.5 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Museum of Science
 Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Harvard Museum of Natural History
 Drive: 5 min 1.7 mi
Mineralogical and Geological Museum
 Drive: 5 min 1.7 mi
Longfellow National Historic Site
 Drive: 6 min 2.4 mi
Mystic River Reservation
 Drive: 5 min 3.0 mi
The Nia has 5 parks within 3.0 miles, including Museum of Science, Harvard Museum of Natural History, and Mineralogical and Geological Museum.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Cambridge Health Alliance
Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
Drive: 5 min 2.2 mi
Shriners Hospital for Children - Boston
Drive: 6 min 2.4 mi
The Nia has 3 hospitals within 2.4 miles, the nearest is Cambridge Health Alliance which is 1.1 miles away and a 3 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Hanscom Air Force Base
Drive: 26 min 12.6 mi
US Military Reservation
Drive: 32 min 17.9 mi
The Nia is 12.6 miles from Hanscom Air Force Base, and is convenient to other military bases, including US Military Reservation.

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