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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Hardwood floors
  • Laundry on site
  • Pet friendly
  • Off street assigned parking

Location

258 Broadway, Arlington, MA 02474, USA|Arlington Center
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Management

389 Mass Ave Realty Trust

Leasing office

(781) 640-9398

Property Overview

258 Broadway/22 Palmer offers excellent overall value with an 8.4/10 expert rating, highlighted by a perfect 10/10 price score and strong marks for amenities, location, and trustworthiness. Residents benefit from hardwood floors, on-site laundry, pet-friendly policies, and off-street assigned parking, plus reasonable access to grocery shopping, public transportation, and a top-rated high school. The area’s multiple pet hospitals, grooming options, pet supply stores, and nearby dog park make it especially convenient for pet owners.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 258 Broadway/22 Palmer is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 258 Broadway/22 Palmer has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Pet friendly

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$2,100 /mo1 unit availableGreat Location-East Arlington Area With Great Transit Access To Nearby Areas Like Davis Square And Alewife Station,And Close To The Minuteman Bikeway. Unit Includes A Refrigerator, Stove, Hardwood Floors,Laundry On Site, Off Street Assigned Parking For A Fee. Pet Freindly For A Fee. Apply Today For Free!Good Credit Required

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Amenities for 258 Broadway/22 Palmer

Apartment Amenities

Hot Water

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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HomeApartments in ArlingtonArlington Center 258 Broadway/22 Palmer

Great Location-East Arlington Area With Great Transit Access To Nearby Areas Like Davis Square And Alewife Station,And Close To The Minuteman Bikeway. Unit Includes A Refrigerator, Stove, Hardwood Floors,Laundry On Site, Off Street Assigned Parking For A Fee. Pet Freindly For A Fee. Apply Today For Free!Good Credit Required


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 258 Broadway/22 Palmer is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 258 Broadway/22 Palmer has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 258 Broadway/22 Palmer
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
258 Broadway/22 Palmer offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 258 Broadway/22 Palmer is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
258 Broadway/22 Palmer is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 258 Broadway/22 Palmer does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

258 Broadway/22 Palmer is great for:

Pet owners

  • 4 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

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 258 Broadway/22 Palmer compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Arlington Center

1-bedroom apartments at 258 Broadway/22 Palmer cost about 15% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Arlington Center.

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Arlington Center
Arlington
A table of studio rental data trends in Arlington
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$2,450
June 2024$2,482
July 2024$2,481
August 2024$2,454
September 2024$2,353
October 2024$2,062
November 2024$2,000
December 2024$2,211
January 2025$2,084
February 2025$2,265
March 2025$2,169
April 2025$2,072
May 2025$2,085
June 2025$2,034
July 2025$1,957
August 2025$2,041
September 2025$1,950
October 2025$1,950
November 2025$1,812
December 2025$1,825
January 2026$1,853
February 2026$1,821
March 2026$1,828
April 2026$1,853
A table of studio rental data trends in Arlington Center
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$2,300
June 2024$2,400
July 2024$2,406
August 2024$2,175
October 2024$2,000
November 2024$2,000
December 2024$2,000
January 2025$1,933
February 2025$1,943
March 2025$1,950
April 2025$1,950
May 2025$2,025
June 2025$1,968
July 2025$1,950
August 2025$1,992
September 2025$1,950
October 2025$1,950

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$84,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $84,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,100.
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Schools near 258 Broadway/22 Palmer

Thompson School

187 everett st

arlington, MA, 2474

K-5Public
A

Menotomy Preschool

869 massachusetts ave

arlington, MA, 2476

PKPublic

Lexington Children's Place

328 lowell st

lexington, MA, 2420

PKPublic

ABCD Allston - Brighton Head Start

478 western ave

brighton, MA, 2135

PKPublic

ABCD Allston Head Start

41 quint ave

allston, MA, 2134

PKPublic
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Getting around Arlington near 258 Broadway

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 258 Broadway, Arlington

Groceries

6/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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