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785 Somerville Ave #2, Somerville, MA 02143, USA|Porter Square
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Property Overview
Pet owners will appreciate the strong pet-friendly environment, with nearby pet grooming services, abundant pet supply stores, multiple dog parks within a mile, and available outdoor spaces. The listing’s 17 photos provide a helpful visual overview, making it easier for renters to quickly understand the layout, finishes, and overall feel of the home and surroundings.
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- Images Available
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 785 Somerville Ave #2, Porter Square
Appliances
| Dishwasher |
Building
| Cats OK |
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One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 785 Somerville Ave #2
Enormous top floor of triple decker on Somerville Ave literally steps from the Porter Square T stop. One of biggest eat in kitchens you will ever see, great back deck and small front porch, living room + dining room, big bedrooms. (Reference #141684)
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 785 Somerville Ave #2 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- No laundry facilities available
- This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers
Address details
| Neighborhood | Porter Square |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02143 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Porter Square
3-bedroom apartments at 785 Somerville Ave #2 cost about 3% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Cambridge.
Median rents as of May 23 2026.
Porter Square
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $4,350 |
| July 2024 | $4,368 |
| August 2024 | $4,344 |
| September 2024 | $4,375 |
| October 2024 | $4,325 |
| November 2024 | $4,378 |
| December 2024 | $4,247 |
| January 2025 | $4,425 |
| February 2025 | $4,449 |
| March 2025 | $4,397 |
| April 2025 | $4,386 |
| May 2025 | $4,350 |
| June 2025 | $4,300 |
| July 2025 | $4,290 |
| August 2025 | $4,304 |
| September 2025 | $4,319 |
| October 2025 | $4,310 |
| November 2025 | $4,305 |
| December 2025 | $4,337 |
| January 2026 | $4,369 |
| February 2026 | $4,368 |
| March 2026 | $4,549 |
| April 2026 | $4,568 |
| May 2026 | $4,500 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $4,150 |
| July 2024 | $4,087 |
| August 2024 | $3,935 |
| September 2024 | $3,781 |
| October 2024 | $3,593 |
| November 2024 | $3,500 |
| December 2024 | $3,500 |
| January 2025 | $3,487 |
| February 2025 | $3,493 |
| March 2025 | $4,100 |
| April 2025 | $4,025 |
| May 2025 | $3,905 |
| June 2025 | $3,800 |
| July 2025 | $3,880 |
| August 2025 | $3,900 |
| September 2025 | $3,860 |
| October 2025 | $3,835 |
| November 2025 | $3,790 |
| December 2025 | $3,656 |
| January 2026 | $3,596 |
| February 2026 | $3,650 |
| March 2026 | $3,737 |
| April 2026 | $3,875 |
| May 2026 | $3,837 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$156,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $156,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,900.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 3 years ago | $3,300 |
Schools near 785 Somerville Ave #2
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
5 cherry st
somerville, MA, 2144
PK, K-8Public
A
Benjamin G. Brown School
201 willow ave
somerville, MA, 2144
K-5Public
A
Winter Hill Community School
115 sycamore st
somerville, MA, 2145
PK, K-8Public
C+
Dr. Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park
290 washington st
somerville, MA, 2143
PK, K-8Public
B
Arthur D. Healey School
5 meacham st
somerville, MA, 2145
PK, K-8Public
B-
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Getting around Somerville near 785 Somerville Ave #2
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
4/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 785 Somerville Ave #2, 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
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-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
5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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