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The Nia is highly rated with a Zumper expert rating of 8.1, reflecting its appealing price value and standout amenities, including energy-efficient features and a dedicated work-from-home room. Its prime location earns a 9 out of 10, emphasizing easy access to popular spots and conveniences like groceries. Additionally, the property is recognized for promoting fitness and wellness, thanks to its on-site fitness center and communal green spaces.
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Wellness| 2BR/2.0BA | 2 bed | 2 bath | 786+ sqft | $3,500–$3,950 /mo | 6 units available | Apply now: https screen boompay app a VhvNlg930PvsM9Hkg28A The Nia is Somerville’s newest apartment community, designed with sustainability and convenience in mind as a model of Passive House engineering. Each residence has been designed to be remarkably energy-efficient and exceptionally quiet, offering a more comfortable and sustainable living experience. From the indoor bike room with a repair station to a dog wash designed for daily use, every element reflects an honest approach to convenience and connection. Other amenities include a secure ButterflyMX entry system, an on-site gym, a dedicated work-from-home room, and private storage units to meet the real needs of modern city life. Outdoors, residents can enjoy a patio with BBQ grill stations, a communal roof deck, and two private rooftops, offering unique spaces to truly unwind, gather, and take in the city. Located just two blocks from historic Prospect Hill Park and a 6-8 minute walk to the East Somerville T stop on the Green Line, Nia provides easy access into Boston as well as Assembly Row, Sullivan Station, and the Encore Casino in Everett. Experience modern, sustainable living at Nia. Now offering free 1/2 month rent on select units! Contact us to schedule a tour today. |
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| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
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| Units | 15 |
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The Nia introduces a quietly radical idea to Boston living. Where charm comes not from polish, but from thoughtful design and everyday clarity. This isn’t an out-of-touch showpiece; it’s a space with soul, grounded in comfort and crafted with intention. Inside, one- and two-bedroom apartments offer a lived-in ease, while amenities like a secure ButterflyMX entry system, an on-site gym, a dedicated work-from-home room, and private storage units meet the real needs of modern city life. Designed to Passive House standards, each residence is remarkably energy-efficient and exceptionally quiet, offering a more comfortable and sustainable living experience. From the indoor bike room with a repair station to a dog wash designed for daily use, every element reflects an honest approach to convenience and connection. Outdoors, residents enjoy a patio with a BBQ grill, a communal roof deck, and two private rooftop spaces, places to truly unwind, gather, and take in the city. Whether you're coming home from downtown Boston or in from a day traversing around Somerville, The Nia feels warm, inclusive, and deeply human. It’s a community that favors substance over spectacle, inviting you to experience the quiet joy of real life, well-designed.
How The Nia compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
2-bedroom apartments at The Nia cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Prospect Hill.
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $2,262 |
| December 2023 | $2,318 |
| January 2024 | $2,400 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $2,223 |
| December 2023 | $2,223 |
| January 2024 | $2,159 |
| February 2024 | $1,995 |
| March 2024 | $2,222 |
| April 2024 | $2,310 |
| May 2024 | $1,896 |
| June 2024 | $1,918 |
| July 2024 | $1,987 |
| August 2024 | $2,000 |
| September 2024 | $2,483 |
| October 2024 | $2,412 |
| November 2024 | $2,266 |
| December 2024 | $2,454 |
| February 2025 | $1,950 |
| March 2025 | $2,045 |
| April 2025 | $2,168 |
| May 2025 | $1,950 |
| June 2025 | $2,262 |
| July 2025 | $2,290 |
| August 2025 | $2,509 |
| September 2025 | $2,728 |
| October 2025 | $2,700 |
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Brighton • 10 Camelot Ct
1–3 Beds
$2,505–$3,991
The price shown is for a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus any required monthly fees listed by the property.
Strawberry Hill • 700 Huron Ave
1–3 Beds
$2,965–$5,036
The price shown is for a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus any required monthly fees listed by the property.North Cambridge • 120 Rindge Ave
1–2 Beds
$2,950
The price shown is for a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus any required monthly fees listed by the property.North Cambridge • 80 Cambridgepark Dr
1–2 Beds
$2,855–$9,743
The price shown is for a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus any required monthly fees listed by the property.D Street - West Broadway • 899 Congress St
1–2 Beds
$4,074–$6,325
The price shown is for a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus any required monthly fees listed by the property.Wellington • 34 Brainard Ave
1–2 Beds
$2,880–$8,161
The price shown is for a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus any required monthly fees listed by the property.Wellington • 3780 Mystic Valley Pkwy
1–2 Beds
$2,935–$12,586
The price shown is for a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus any required monthly fees listed by the property.40 William St
1–2 Beds
$3,032–$11,202
The price shown is for a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus any required monthly fees listed by the property.Brighton • 10 Camelot Ct
1–3 Beds
$2,505–$3,991
The price shown is for a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus any required monthly fees listed by the property.Strawberry Hill • 700 Huron Ave
1–3 Beds
$2,965–$5,036
The price shown is for a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus any required monthly fees listed by the property.North Cambridge • 120 Rindge Ave
1–2 Beds
$2,950
The price shown is for a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus any required monthly fees listed by the property.North Cambridge • 80 Cambridgepark Dr
1–2 Beds
$2,855–$9,743
The price shown is for a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus any required monthly fees listed by the property.D Street - West Broadway • 899 Congress St
1–2 Beds
$4,074–$6,325
The price shown is for a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus any required monthly fees listed by the property.Wellington • 34 Brainard Ave
1–2 Beds
$2,880–$8,161
The price shown is for a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus any required monthly fees listed by the property.Wellington • 3780 Mystic Valley Pkwy
1–2 Beds
$2,935–$12,586
The price shown is for a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus any required monthly fees listed by the property.40 William St
1–2 Beds
$3,032–$11,202
The price shown is for a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus any required monthly fees listed by the property.
