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Highlights

  • Dishwasher
  • Hardwood floors
  • Completely renovated
  • Fridge
  • Recess lighting
  • Laundry on site

Location

389 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington, MA 02474, USA|Arlington Center
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Management

389 Mass Ave Realty Trust

Leasing office

(508) 919-6283

Property Overview

389-391 Mass Ave earns a strong overall rating with standout marks for price, amenities, and location, suggesting solid value and everyday convenience. It also features hardwood floors, a completely renovated interior, recessed lighting, a dishwasher, a fridge, and on-site laundry, making it an appealing option for renters looking for updated finishes and practical features.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 389-391 Mass Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 389-391 Mass Ave has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Central heat

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath625+ sqft$2,299–$2,399 /mo2 units availableUnit currently under construction will be complete for November 15, 2026 move in date. Entire unit renovation in progress! Brand new wood floors, kitchen cabinets, stainless appliances, full tub and shower, recess lights! Perfect unit for remote workers. One bed / one bathroom unit with living area and a study. Pet friendly for a fee, Heat and Hot water included. Application Free, Renters Insurance and Good Credit a Must! Tours available now!

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Amenities for 389-391 Mass Ave

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHeating
Hot WaterView

Appliances

Garbage DisposalRange
RefrigeratorStove

Grounds

Assigned Parking
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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OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Other

Other

Parking Fee

Monthly. 2 others max.

$50

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Building details

Property details

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About 389-391 Mass Ave

HomeApartments in ArlingtonArlington Center 389-391 Mass Ave

Unit currently under construction will be complete for November 15, 2026 move in date. Entire unit renovation in progress! Brand new wood floors, kitchen cabinets, stainless appliances, full tub and shower, recess lights! Perfect unit for remote workers. One bed / one bathroom unit with living area and a study. Pet friendly for a fee, Heat and Hot water included. Application Free, Renters Insurance and Good Credit a Must! Tours available now!


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 389-391 Mass Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 389-391 Mass Ave has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 389-391 Mass Ave
Price·10A 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.
389-391 Mass Ave offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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.
389-391 Mass Ave goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 389-391 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.
389-391 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 389-391 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·7A 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.
389-391 Mass Ave provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

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 389-391 Mass Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Central heat
Climate controlled environment

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in Arlington Center

1-bedroom apartments at 389-391 Mass Ave cost about 4% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Arlington Center.

Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
Arlington Center
Arlington
A table of studio rental data trends in Arlington
MonthMedian Rent
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$2,768
September 2026$2,717
October 2026$2,544
A table of studio rental data trends in Arlington Center
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$2,000
December 2024$2,000
January 2025$1,933
February 2025$1,943
March 2025$1,950
April 2025$1,950
May 2025$2,025
June 2025$1,968
July 2025$1,950
August 2025$1,992
September 2025$1,950
October 2025$1,950

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 389 Massachusetts Ave?

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

$91,960/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $91,960 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,299.
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Schools near 389-391 Mass Ave

Thompson School

187 everett st

arlington, MA, 2474

K-5Public
A

Menotomy Preschool

869 massachusetts ave

arlington, MA, 2476

PKPublic

Lexington Children's Place

328 lowell st

lexington, MA, 2420

PKPublic

ABCD Allston - Brighton Head Start

478 western ave

brighton, MA, 2135

PKPublic

ABCD Allston Head Start

41 quint ave

allston, MA, 2134

PKPublic
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Getting around Arlington near 389 Massachusetts Ave

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

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

Transit

6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 389 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-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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