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Highlights
- Laundry in building
- Hardwood floors throughout
- Nice bathroom with shower
Location
4 Forster St, Somerville, MA 02145, USA|Winter Hill
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Amenities for 4 Forster St, Winter Hill
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
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One-time.
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 4 Forster St
Lovely first floor studio in bustling Winter Hill. This updated apartment sits need Winter Hill Brewery, the elementary school and Neighborhood Market. The unit has hardwood floors throughout out a nice bathroom with only a shower and a kitchen with granite. There is laundry in the building through a separate entrance. 1 cat allowed per unit. Upfront costs first and security. Fee Disclosure: First Month Rent: $1,850 Security Deposit: $1,850
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 4 Forster St, Somerville, MA 02145, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.0 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Winter Hill |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02145 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Winter Hill
studio apartments at 4 Forster St cost about 4% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Somerville.
Median rents as of Jan 10 2026.
Winter Hill
Somerville
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $2,045 |
| March 2024 | $2,269 |
| April 2024 | $2,405 |
| May 2024 | $2,511 |
| June 2024 | $2,437 |
| July 2024 | $2,334 |
| August 2024 | $2,342 |
| September 2024 | $2,393 |
| October 2024 | $2,296 |
| November 2024 | $2,267 |
| December 2024 | $2,567 |
| January 2025 | $2,443 |
| February 2025 | $2,338 |
| March 2025 | $2,400 |
| April 2025 | $2,412 |
| May 2025 | $2,450 |
| June 2025 | $2,490 |
| July 2025 | $2,565 |
| August 2025 | $2,622 |
| September 2025 | $2,475 |
| October 2025 | $2,426 |
| November 2025 | $2,434 |
| December 2025 | $2,332 |
| January 2026 | $2,400 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $2,025 |
| March 2024 | $2,160 |
| April 2024 | $2,600 |
| May 2024 | $2,600 |
| June 2024 | $2,283 |
| July 2024 | $2,012 |
| August 2024 | $1,966 |
| October 2024 | $2,250 |
| November 2024 | $2,100 |
| January 2025 | $2,152 |
| February 2025 | $2,191 |
| March 2025 | $2,092 |
| April 2025 | $2,218 |
| May 2025 | $2,140 |
| June 2025 | $2,150 |
| July 2025 | $2,183 |
| August 2025 | $2,022 |
| October 2025 | $2,050 |
| November 2025 | $1,930 |
| December 2025 | $1,997 |
| January 2026 | $1,925 |
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StudioRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Last month | $1,850 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $1,400 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $1,400 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $1,400 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $1,400 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $1,400 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $1,400 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $1,400 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $1,400 | Studio | 1 bath |
Schools near 4 Forster St
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-
East Somerville Community School
50 cross st
somerville, MA, 2145
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
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Getting around Somerville near 4 Forster St
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
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 4 Forster St, Somerville
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
10/10
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
5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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