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21 Howard St #2, Somerville, MA 02144, USA|Davis Square
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About 21 Howard St #2
Move-In Costs Fees: First Month Rent: $3,975 Security Deposit: $3,975 Disclaimer: Advertised listings are shared publicly for informational purposes only, and the ad does NOT create, imply, or validate any contractual relationship for brokerage services or fee obligation between the landlord and brokerage. Prospective renters may choose to engage the brokerage for tenant representation, scheduling, and leasing assistance. If a tenant elects to engage the brokerage, a broker fee may apply. 2020 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth RE (Each office is independently owned and operated)
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 21 Howard St, Somerville, MA 02144, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
- No laundry facilities available
- This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers
Address details
| Neighborhood | Davis Square |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02144 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Davis Square
2-bedroom apartments at 21 Howard St #2 cost about 15% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Somerville.
Median rents as of Aug 1 2026.
Davis Square
Somerville
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $3,000 |
| September 2024 | $3,000 |
| October 2024 | $2,937 |
| November 2024 | $3,042 |
| December 2024 | $3,068 |
| January 2025 | $2,998 |
| February 2025 | $3,175 |
| March 2025 | $3,305 |
| April 2025 | $3,380 |
| May 2025 | $3,414 |
| June 2025 | $3,346 |
| July 2025 | $3,230 |
| August 2025 | $3,163 |
| September 2025 | $3,000 |
| October 2025 | $3,000 |
| November 2025 | $3,070 |
| December 2025 | $3,100 |
| January 2026 | $3,180 |
| February 2026 | $3,295 |
| March 2026 | $3,498 |
| April 2026 | $3,493 |
| May 2026 | $3,490 |
| June 2026 | $3,500 |
| July 2026 | $3,381 |
| August 2026 | $3,260 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $3,316 |
| September 2024 | $3,062 |
| October 2024 | $2,937 |
| November 2024 | $2,850 |
| December 2024 | $2,750 |
| January 2025 | $2,750 |
| February 2025 | $3,133 |
| March 2025 | $3,311 |
| April 2025 | $3,385 |
| May 2025 | $3,258 |
| June 2025 | $3,343 |
| July 2025 | $3,317 |
| August 2025 | $3,192 |
| September 2025 | $3,000 |
| October 2025 | $2,914 |
| November 2025 | $3,031 |
| December 2025 | $3,000 |
| January 2026 | $3,130 |
| February 2026 | $3,226 |
| March 2026 | $3,700 |
| April 2026 | $3,625 |
| May 2026 | $3,570 |
| June 2026 | $3,550 |
| July 2026 | $3,487 |
| August 2026 | $3,450 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 years ago | $3,800 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $3,800 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $2,850 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $2,850 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $2,700 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $2,850 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 12 years ago | $2,100 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 21 Howard St #2
West Somerville Neighborhood School
177 powderhouse blvd
somerville, MA, 2144
PK, K-8Public
B+
Benjamin G. Brown School
201 willow ave
somerville, MA, 2144
K-5Public
A
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
5 cherry st
somerville, MA, 2144
PK, K-8Public
A
Winter Hill Community School
115 sycamore st
somerville, MA, 2145
PK, K-8Public
C+
Arthur D. Healey School
5 meacham st
somerville, MA, 2145
PK, K-8Public
B-
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Neighborhood
Davis Square | Somerville, MA
Getting around Somerville near 21 Howard St #2
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 21 Howard St #2, Somerville
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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