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The Nia is an energy-efficient property that excels in providing modern city living with conveniences such as a dedicated work-from-home room, a dog wash, and private storage units. With an impressive Zumper expert rating of 8.4, it offers outstanding amenities and a prime location, highlighted by easy access to 56 grocery stores and nearby fitness facilities. Transparency and trustworthiness are also evident, ensuring potential renters have a clear understanding of the property and its management.
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Wellness| 2BR/2.0BA | 2 bed | 2 bath | $3,500 /mo | 1 unit available | 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 month rent on select units! Contact us to schedule a tour today. *Ask Us About Our Short Term Lease Concessions* |
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| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
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One-time. Refundable.
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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.
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2-bedroom apartments at The Nia cost about 3% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Prospect Hill.
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $2,375 |
| 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 |
| November 2025 | $2,434 |
| December 2025 | $2,350 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| November 2025 | $2,575 |
| December 2025 | $2,580 |
Can I afford to live at 394 Mcgrath Highway?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Brighton • 10 Camelot Court
1–3 Beds
$2,834–$4,035
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 Avenue
1–3 Beds
$2,607–$4,946
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 Avenue
1–2 Beds
$3,200
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 Street
1 Bed
$4,165–$6,262
The price shown is for a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus any required monthly fees listed by the property.Upper Washington - Spring Street • 1555 Veterans of Foreign Wars Parkway
1–2 Beds
$2,508–$6,278
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 Avenue
1–2 Beds
$2,878–$6,127
The price shown is for a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus any required monthly fees listed by the property.Medford Street - The Neck • 30 Caldwell Street
1–2 Beds
$2,796–$6,240
The price shown is for a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus any required monthly fees listed by the property.Thompson Square - Bunker Hill • 250 First Avenue
1–2 Beds
$3,754–$4,587
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 Court
1–3 Beds
$2,834–$4,035
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 Avenue
1–3 Beds
$2,607–$4,946
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 Avenue
1–2 Beds
$3,200
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 Street
1 Bed
$4,165–$6,262
The price shown is for a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus any required monthly fees listed by the property.Upper Washington - Spring Street • 1555 Veterans of Foreign Wars Parkway
1–2 Beds
$2,508–$6,278
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 Avenue
1–2 Beds
$2,878–$6,127
The price shown is for a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus any required monthly fees listed by the property.Medford Street - The Neck • 30 Caldwell Street
1–2 Beds
$2,796–$6,240
The price shown is for a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus any required monthly fees listed by the property.Thompson Square - Bunker Hill • 250 First Avenue
1–2 Beds
$3,754–$4,587
The price shown is for a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus any required monthly fees listed by the property.
