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291 Alewife Brook Pkwy #2, Somerville, MA 02144, USA|West Somerville
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Property Overview
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
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Less expensive- Images available
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Pet owners
Amenities for 291 Alewife Brook Pkwy #2, West Somerville
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
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Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 291 Alewife Brook Pkwy #2
Sunny two-level unit (second and third floor of a two family) close to Tufts University, Alewife, Mass Ave and Davis Square! This spacious, conveniently located unit features 4 equally sized bedrooms, original hardwood floors (just refinished), large windows, parking for up to 4 cars and a shared back yard. Additional free parking just right across the street (no permit required). The kitchen includes a dishwasher, garbage disposal and a gas range. This is a pet friendly apartment with Dilboy Field right across the street and the Mystic Lake close by as well! Pet Friendly. This area of Alewife Brook Parkway was just sectioned off so not on the main part of the street (easy to pull in and out of the driveway with your vehicle). Available June 1st. Fee Disclosure: Last Month Rent: $4,250 First Month Rent: $4,250
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 291 Alewife Brook Parkway, Somerville, MA 02144, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- No laundry facilities available
- This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers
Address details
| Neighborhood | West Somerville |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02144 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in West Somerville
4-bedroom apartments at 291 Alewife Brook Pkwy #2 cost about 1% less than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Somerville.
Median rents as of Feb 21 2026.
West Somerville
Somerville
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $4,768 |
| April 2024 | $4,600 |
| May 2024 | $4,616 |
| June 2024 | $4,615 |
| July 2024 | $4,550 |
| August 2024 | $4,399 |
| September 2024 | $4,365 |
| October 2024 | $4,475 |
| November 2024 | $4,400 |
| December 2024 | $4,450 |
| January 2025 | $4,418 |
| February 2025 | $4,468 |
| March 2025 | $4,737 |
| April 2025 | $4,800 |
| May 2025 | $4,690 |
| June 2025 | $4,600 |
| July 2025 | $4,500 |
| August 2025 | $4,500 |
| September 2025 | $4,597 |
| October 2025 | $4,654 |
| November 2025 | $4,539 |
| December 2025 | $4,481 |
| January 2026 | $4,542 |
| February 2026 | $4,480 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $4,462 |
| April 2024 | $4,500 |
| May 2024 | $4,533 |
| June 2024 | $4,480 |
| July 2024 | $4,206 |
| August 2024 | $4,165 |
| September 2024 | $4,787 |
| October 2024 | $4,887 |
| November 2024 | $4,820 |
| December 2024 | $4,862 |
| January 2025 | $4,731 |
| February 2025 | $4,212 |
| March 2025 | $4,797 |
| April 2025 | $4,525 |
| May 2025 | $4,400 |
| June 2025 | $4,360 |
| July 2025 | $4,306 |
| August 2025 | $4,370 |
| September 2025 | $4,999 |
| October 2025 | $5,000 |
| November 2025 | $4,937 |
| December 2025 | $4,732 |
| January 2026 | $4,448 |
| February 2026 | $4,298 |
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Can I afford to live at 291 Alewife Brook Pkwy #2?
Bedrooms
4+ bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$170,000/yr
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year ago | $4,000 | 4 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $4,000 | 4 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $4,000 | 4 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 8 years ago | $3,000 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 8 years ago | $2,800 | 4 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 8 years ago | $2,800 | 4 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 8 years ago | $2,800 | 4 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 9 years ago | $2,350 | 4 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 9 years ago | $2,800 | 4 bed | 2 bath |
Schools near 291 Alewife Brook Pkwy #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
Arthur D. Healey School
5 meacham st
somerville, MA, 2145
PK, K-8Public
B-
Winter Hill Community School
115 sycamore st
somerville, MA, 2145
PK, K-8Public
C+
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Getting around Somerville near 291 Alewife Brook Pkwy #2
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
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 291 Alewife Brook Pkwy #2, Somerville
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
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
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
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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