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Highlights
- Hardwood floors
- Large rooms
- Shared laundry
- 12-foot ceilings
Location
45 Laurel St, Somerville, MA 02143, USA|Spring Hill
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Property Overview
45 Laurel Street earns an overall strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.8/10, with standout scores for price, amenities, and location, plus solid trustworthiness and quality. It offers hardwood floors, large rooms, shared laundry, and 12-foot ceilings, and its value per square foot places it in the 75th percentile, with a nearby top-rated high school adding to its appeal.
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.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby- More space
- Laundry available on site
Floor plans
| 2BR/2.0BA | 2 bed | 2 bath | 900 sqft | $3,200 /mo | 1 unit available | Available 9/1 – NO FEE! Bright and well-maintained 2 bed / 1 bath at 45 Laurel St #2 located in the desirable Spring Hill / Union Square area of Somerville. Just a short walk to Porter Square and close to restaurants, cafés, shops, and public transit. This is a beautiful historic villa featuring 12-foot ceilings, large, grand rooms, and stunning original molding throughout. The home also offers a beautiful front porch, adding to its charm and character. The apartment features hardwood floors throughout and a practical layout with two good-sized bedrooms and a comfortable living space. The kitchen includes a dishwasher and full appliance package, making everyday living easy. Laundry is available in the building (shared basement). A rare opportunity to live in a charming, historic Somerville home with space, character, and a great location. Priced to rent quickly. Lease Details: • Available September 1 • 12-month lease • NO broker fee • Water & sewer included • Tenants pay remaining utilities • No pets please Message to set up a tour. |
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Amenities for 45 Laurel Street
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor | High Ceiling |
| High Ceilings | Two Full Bathrooms |
| White Wall |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Fridge |
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stove |
Building
| Historic | Water/Sewer |
Grounds
| Large Front Yard | Outdoor Space |
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
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 6 |
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About 45 Laurel Street
Available 9/1 – NO FEE! Bright and well-maintained 2 bed / 1 bath at 45 Laurel St #2 located in the desirable Spring Hill / Union Square area of Somerville. Just a short walk to Porter Square and close to restaurants, cafés, shops, and public transit. This is a beautiful historic villa featuring 12-foot ceilings, large, grand rooms, and stunning original molding throughout. The home also offers a beautiful front porch, adding to its charm and character. The apartment features hardwood floors throughout and a practical layout with two good-sized bedrooms and a comfortable living space. The kitchen includes a dishwasher and full appliance package, making everyday living easy. Laundry is available in the building (shared basement). A rare opportunity to live in a charming, historic Somerville home with space, character, and a great location. Priced to rent quickly. Lease Details: • Available September 1 • 12-month lease • NO broker fee • Water & sewer included • Tenants pay remaining utilities • No pets please Message to set up a tour.
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.
8.8
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 45 Laurel Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 45 Laurel Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
45 Laurel Street 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.
45 Laurel Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including historic. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 45 Laurel Street 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.
45 Laurel Street 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 45 Laurel Street to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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 45 Laurel Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.3 mile away
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 71 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Spring Hill
2-bedroom apartments at 45 Laurel Street cost about the same as the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Spring Hill.
Median rents as of Jun 27 2026.
Spring Hill
Somerville
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $2,329 |
| 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 | $2,332 |
| January 2026 | $2,389 |
| February 2026 | $2,394 |
| March 2026 | $2,492 |
| April 2026 | $2,515 |
| May 2026 | $2,530 |
| June 2026 | $2,536 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $2,258 |
| August 2024 | $2,190 |
| September 2024 | $2,100 |
| October 2024 | $1,950 |
| November 2024 | $2,075 |
| December 2024 | $2,075 |
| January 2025 | $2,084 |
| February 2025 | $2,100 |
| March 2025 | $2,125 |
| April 2025 | $2,100 |
| May 2025 | $2,100 |
| June 2025 | $2,162 |
| July 2025 | $2,125 |
| August 2025 | $2,278 |
| September 2025 | $2,235 |
| October 2025 | $2,221 |
| November 2025 | $2,250 |
| December 2025 | $2,131 |
| January 2026 | $2,110 |
| February 2026 | $2,100 |
| March 2026 | $2,112 |
| April 2026 | $2,150 |
| May 2026 | $2,173 |
| June 2026 | $2,200 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
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Schools near 45 Laurel Street
Dr. Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park
290 washington st
somerville, MA, 2143
PK, K-8Public
B
Winter Hill Community School
115 sycamore st
somerville, MA, 2145
PK, K-8Public
C+
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
5 cherry st
somerville, MA, 2144
PK, K-8Public
A
Capuano Early Childhood Center
150 glen st
somerville, MA, 2145
PK, K-1Public
A-
East Somerville Community School
50 cross st
somerville, MA, 2145
PK, K-8Public
B-
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Getting around Somerville near 45 Laurel St
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
4/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 45 Laurel St, Somerville
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
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
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
Explore the area around 45 Laurel St
R & R Family Market
497 Somerville Ave
Little India
438 Somerville Ave
Market Basket
400 Somerville Ave
LP Market
96 Highland Ave
Shree Bombay Market
359 Somerville Ave
Rally Sports
471 Somerville Ave
Hemlock Ink
19 Rev Nazareno Properzi Way
Delta Jewelry & Refining Inc
90 Highland Ave
Janji
285 Washington St
Loyal Supply Co
21 Union Sq
Dunkin'
519 Somerville Ave
Fortissimo Coffee House
75 Bow St
Dunkin'
154 Highland Ave
Union Square Donuts
20 Bow Street Pl
Dunkin'
282 Somerville Ave
Aeronaut Brewing Co
14 Tyler St
Samba Bar & Grille
608 Somerville Ave
Sally O'Brien's Bar & Grill
335 Somerville Ave
Lehrhaus
425 Washington St
Brass Union
70 Union Sq
M F Dulock Pasture Raised Meats
201 Highland Ave
Yafa Bakery & Cafe
594 Somerville Ave
Forge Baking Company
626 Somerville Ave
Petsi Pies
285 Beacon St
3 Little Figs
278 Highland Ave
Osgood Park
Quincy Street Open Space
Playground
Nunziato Field Dog Park
Nunziato Field
Dosa N Curry
447 Somerville Ave
Veggie Crust & Nice Cream
445 Somerville Ave
Momo N Curry
431 Somerville Ave
Josephine Pizza
515 Somerville Ave
Wings Over Somerville
519 Somerville Ave
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