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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • Central air conditioning
  • Laundry on site
  • Pet friendly
  • Off street assigned parking

Location

260 Broadway, Arlington, MA 02474, USA|Arlington Center
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Management

389 Mass Ave Realty Trust

Leasing office

(508) 919-6283

Property Overview

260 Broadway is rated highly overall, with strong marks for value, amenities, location, and trustworthiness. It offers hardwood floors, central air conditioning, laundry on site, pet-friendly living, and off-street assigned parking, along with a strong photo set and standout value metrics compared with nearby properties.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 260 Broadway is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 260 Broadway has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • More space
  • High school nearby

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath744 sqft$2,699 /mo1 unit availableGreat Location-East Arlington Area With Great Transit Access To Nearby Areas Like Davis Square And Alewife Station,And Close To The Minuteman Bikeway. Unit Includes A Fully Equipped Kitchen With A Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Range/Oven,And Garbage Disposal. Hardwood Floors,Central Air Conditioning,Great Balcony, Laundry On Site, Off Street Assigned Parking For A Fee. Pet Freindly For A Fee. Apply Today For Free!

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Amenities for 260 Broadway

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCentral Air Conditioner
Hot Water

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Onsite Laundry

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

Parking Fee

Parking Fee

Monthly. 2 parking fees max.

$25

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Building details

Property details

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About 260 Broadway

HomeApartments in ArlingtonArlington Center 260 Broadway

Great Location-East Arlington Area With Great Transit Access To Nearby Areas Like Davis Square And Alewife Station,And Close To The Minuteman Bikeway. Unit Includes A Fully Equipped Kitchen With A Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Range/Oven,And Garbage Disposal. Hardwood Floors,Central Air Conditioning,Great Balcony, Laundry On Site, Off Street Assigned Parking For A Fee. Pet Freindly For A Fee. Apply Today For Free!


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 260 Broadway is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 260 Broadway has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 260 Broadway
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, 260 Broadway is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Arlington Center. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·10A 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.
260 Broadway stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks, making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
260 Broadway 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 260 Broadway 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.

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 260 Broadway compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
Studio is 63 sqft larger than other listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 1.5 miles away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.2 miles away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building

Considerations

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Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in Arlington Center

2-bedroom apartments at 260 Broadway cost about 0% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Arlington Center.

Median rents as of Oct 3 2026.
Arlington Center
Arlington
A table of studio rental data trends in Arlington
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$2,025
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$2,545
A table of studio rental data trends in Arlington Center
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$2,000
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

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

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

$107,960/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $107,960 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,699.
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Schools near 260 Broadway

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 260 Broadway

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

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 260 Broadway, Arlington

Groceries

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

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
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

9/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 260 Broadway

Whole Foods Market
808 Massachusetts Ave
Stop & Shop Supermarket
105 Alewife Brook Pkwy
Stop & Shop Supermarket
905 Massachusetts Ave
Whole Foods Market
2151 Mystic Valley Pkwy
Formaggio Kitchen Online
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