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Highlights
- Hardwood floors
- Large backyard
Location
388 Highland Ave, Somerville, MA 02144, USA|Davis Square
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Property Overview
Located in a desirable area, the property features hardwood floors and a large backyard, enhancing its appeal. It's great for individuals seeking a vibrant community with easy access to amenities and public transport options. The combination of these attributes makes it an attractive option for those looking for comfort and convenience in Somerville.
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.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- Middle school nearby
- More space
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 388 Highland Ave, Davis Square
Apartment Amenities
| Balcony | Hardwood Floor |
| Water |
Appliances
| Range/Oven | Refrigerator |
Building
| Cats OK | Sewage |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
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
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 388 Highland Ave
Philadelphia style apt in the middle of Davis Sq! 2 floors, with bedroom on 2nd floor. Hardwood floors. Recently painted. Large backyard.
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 388 Highland Ave, Somerville, MA 02144, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.5 mile away
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 50 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Outdoor space
- One or more rentals here have easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- 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
1-bedroom apartments at 388 Highland Ave cost about 8% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Somerville.
Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
Davis Square
Somerville
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $2,580 |
| December 2023 | $2,614 |
| January 2024 | $2,712 |
| February 2024 | $2,300 |
| March 2024 | $2,460 |
| April 2024 | $2,583 |
| May 2024 | $2,608 |
| June 2024 | $2,620 |
| July 2024 | $2,550 |
| August 2024 | $2,510 |
| September 2024 | $2,592 |
| October 2024 | $2,583 |
| November 2024 | $2,625 |
| December 2024 | $2,777 |
| January 2025 | $2,375 |
| February 2025 | $2,375 |
| March 2025 | $2,574 |
| April 2025 | $2,612 |
| May 2025 | $2,650 |
| June 2025 | $2,627 |
| July 2025 | $2,520 |
| August 2025 | $2,501 |
| September 2025 | $2,448 |
| October 2025 | $2,476 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $2,750 |
| December 2023 | $2,598 |
| January 2024 | $2,557 |
| February 2024 | $2,557 |
| March 2024 | $2,750 |
| April 2024 | $2,684 |
| May 2024 | $2,583 |
| June 2024 | $2,720 |
| July 2024 | $2,543 |
| August 2024 | $2,470 |
| September 2024 | $2,455 |
| October 2024 | $2,475 |
| November 2024 | $2,455 |
| December 2024 | $2,418 |
| January 2025 | $2,462 |
| February 2025 | $2,468 |
| March 2025 | $2,470 |
| April 2025 | $2,531 |
| May 2025 | $2,615 |
| June 2025 | $2,650 |
| July 2025 | $2,530 |
| August 2025 | $2,525 |
| September 2025 | $2,520 |
| October 2025 | $2,500 |
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Can I afford to live at 388 Highland Ave?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$108,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $108,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,700.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 months ago | $4,400 | 4 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $4,400 | 4 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $3,600 | 4 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $3,600 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $3,900 | 4 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $1,750 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $1,750 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $3,950 | 4 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $2,200 | 1 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 388 Highland Ave
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
West Somerville Neighborhood School
177 powderhouse blvd
somerville, MA, 2144
PK, K-8Public
B+
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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Getting around Somerville near 388 Highland Ave
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
4/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.
Transit
8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 388 Highland Ave, Somerville
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
7/10
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
5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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