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53 Fairfax St #2, Somerville, MA 02144, USA|West Somerville
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Amenities for 53 Fairfax St #2, West Somerville
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor |
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| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Outdoor Space |
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| Six Rooms |
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About 53 Fairfax St #2
Sweet deal!
This listing is 17% below the median price for 3 bedroom apartments in West Somerville.
Property Status: Active Bright and spacious 3-bedroom, 2nd-floor unit in a two-family home in desirable West Somerville, just moments from Tufts University. Freshly painted and filled with natural light, this home offers a flexible layout with three bedrooms (or 2 bedrooms plus a large home office), a comfortable living room, and a separate dining area. The kitchen is functional with ample cabinet space and a tiled shower-tub bathroom. Hardwood floors run throughout, adding warmth and character. Enjoy both front and rear porches, perfect for relaxing, plus access to a shared outdoor space. Additional features include laundry in the building and 2 Off-Street Tandem Parking Spaces. Conveniently located near Routes 16, 2, and I-93, the Green Line, and just minutes to Davis Square and Teele Square with shops, restaurants, and local amenities.A great opportunity for space, flexibility, and an unbeatable location. Copyright © 2026 MLS Property Information Network Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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 53 Fairfax St, Somerville, MA 02144, USA compares to other nearby properties.
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Address details
| Neighborhood | West Somerville |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02144 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in West Somerville
3-bedroom apartments at 53 Fairfax St #2 cost about 17% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Somerville.
Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
West Somerville
Somerville
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $3,985 |
| June 2024 | $3,898 |
| July 2024 | $3,762 |
| August 2024 | $3,642 |
| September 2024 | $3,592 |
| October 2024 | $3,519 |
| November 2024 | $3,425 |
| December 2024 | $3,462 |
| January 2025 | $3,562 |
| February 2025 | $3,662 |
| March 2025 | $3,950 |
| April 2025 | $3,957 |
| May 2025 | $3,895 |
| June 2025 | $3,788 |
| July 2025 | $3,670 |
| August 2025 | $3,600 |
| September 2025 | $3,600 |
| October 2025 | $3,635 |
| November 2025 | $3,590 |
| December 2025 | $3,668 |
| January 2026 | $3,600 |
| February 2026 | $3,657 |
| March 2026 | $3,999 |
| April 2026 | $4,043 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $3,500 |
| June 2024 | $3,490 |
| July 2024 | $3,400 |
| August 2024 | $3,285 |
| September 2024 | $3,256 |
| October 2024 | $3,487 |
| November 2024 | $3,380 |
| December 2024 | $3,393 |
| January 2025 | $3,356 |
| February 2025 | $3,425 |
| March 2025 | $3,405 |
| April 2025 | $3,320 |
| May 2025 | $3,436 |
| June 2025 | $3,500 |
| July 2025 | $3,400 |
| August 2025 | $3,328 |
| September 2025 | $3,300 |
| October 2025 | $3,435 |
| November 2025 | $3,268 |
| December 2025 | $3,085 |
| January 2026 | $3,332 |
| February 2026 | $3,450 |
| March 2026 | $3,450 |
| April 2026 | $3,518 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year ago | $3,000 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $3,000 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $2,900 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $2,600 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $2,700 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $2,300 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $2,300 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $2,300 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $2,300 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 53 Fairfax 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
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 53 Fairfax St #2
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
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 53 Fairfax St #2, Somerville
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-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
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-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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