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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Dishwasher
  • Hardwood floors
  • Off-street parking
  • Stainless appliances
  • Fridge
  • Heat

Location

131 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington, MA 02474, USA|East Arlington
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Management

389 Mass Ave Realty Trust

Leasing office

(508) 919-6283

Property Overview

131 Mass Ave earns a strong overall rating with standout amenities, convenient location, and solid trustworthiness. Notable features like a dishwasher, hardwood floors, stainless appliances, off-street parking, fridge, and heat add appeal, while nearby pet resources and a close elementary school contribute to its “great for” profile.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

7.1
Very Good
131 Mass Ave is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Price, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath625 sqft$2,199 /mo1 unit availableGreat Location In East Arlington Near Cambridge/Somerville Line, Step Out To Shopping And Public Transportation And Close To Alewife Station. 1 Bed, 1 Bath Unit, Recess Lighting, Hardwood Floors. Kitchen With Stainless Appliances- Including Fridge, Stove, Dishwasher And Disposal. Unit Has A Built In A/C Unit In The Living Room. Heat And Hot Water Included In Rent!. Pet Friendly! Off-Street Assigned Parking Can Be Obtained For A Monthly Fee. Laundry On Site, Upfront Costs- First Months Rent, 1 Month Security Deposit, Renters Insurance Required.

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Amenities for 131 Mass Ave

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCentral Heat
HeatingHot Water

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Units6
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About 131 Mass Ave

HomeApartments in ArlingtonEast Arlington 131 Mass Ave

Great Location In East Arlington Near Cambridge/Somerville Line, Step Out To Shopping And Public Transportation And Close To Alewife Station. 1 Bed, 1 Bath Unit, Recess Lighting, Hardwood Floors. Kitchen With Stainless Appliances- Including Fridge, Stove, Dishwasher And Disposal. Unit Has A Built In A/C Unit In The Living Room. Heat And Hot Water Included In Rent!. Pet Friendly! Off-Street Assigned Parking Can Be Obtained For A Monthly Fee. Laundry On Site, Upfront Costs- First Months Rent, 1 Month Security Deposit, Renters Insurance Required.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
7.1
/10
Very Good
131 Mass Ave is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Price, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 131 Mass Ave
Price·5A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Monthly rent at 131 Mass Ave is significantly more expensive than other properties in local neighborhoods. Because of the risk associated with the significant cost difference, this building received a 5/10. Some might think the increased cost is justified by the amenities, but it's worth taking a thorough look for yourself and deciding if any premium benefits are worth the extra expense.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
131 Mass Ave goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 131 Mass Ave receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
131 Mass Ave is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 131 Mass Ave does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

131 Mass Ave is great for:

Pet owners

  • 7 pet supply stores near the property
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area

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 131 Mass Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen

Considerations

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Rent trends in East Arlington

1-bedroom apartments at 131 Mass Ave cost about 24% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in East Arlington.

Median rents as of Aug 8 2026.
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A table of studio rental data trends in Arlington
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$2,456
September 2024$2,353
October 2024$2,062
November 2024$2,000
December 2024$2,211
January 2025$2,084
February 2025$2,265
March 2025$2,169
April 2025$2,072
May 2025$2,085
June 2025$2,034
July 2025$1,957
August 2025$2,041
September 2025$1,950
October 2025$1,950
November 2025$1,812
December 2025$1,825
January 2026$1,853
February 2026$1,821
March 2026$1,828
April 2026$1,853
May 2026$2,080
June 2026$2,100
July 2026$2,186
August 2026$2,746
A table of studio rental data trends in East Arlington
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$2,653
September 2024$2,464
October 2024$2,441
November 2024$2,515
December 2024$2,480
January 2025$2,507
February 2025$2,390
March 2025$2,304
April 2025$2,291
April 2026$2,633
May 2026$2,448
June 2026$2,427
August 2026$2,788

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$87,960/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $87,960 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,199.
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Schools near 131 Mass Ave

Hardy Elementary School

52 lake st

arlington, MA, 2474

K-5Public
A

Thompson School

187 everett st

arlington, MA, 2474

K-5Public
A

Menotomy Preschool

869 massachusetts ave

arlington, MA, 2476

PKPublic

John A. Bishop Elementary School

25 columbia rd

arlington, MA, 2474

K-5Public
A

ABCD Allston - Brighton Head Start

478 western ave

brighton, MA, 2135

PKPublic
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Getting around Arlington near 131 Massachusetts Ave

Walking

7/10
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

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 131 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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