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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly

Location

21 Chandler St, Somerville, MA 02144, USA|Medford Hillside
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Management

Silva Realty, LLC

Leasing office

(781) 645-9641

Property Overview

21 Chandler Street earns a strong Zumper Expert Rating thanks to its appealing combination of comfort, convenience, and quality. Residents can appreciate its notable features, along with practical pros such as a favorable location, solid in-unit and building amenities, and an overall living experience well-suited to a variety of lifestyles.

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

8.1
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 21 Chandler Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 21 Chandler 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.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath$3,800 /mo1 unit availableLive in the heart of Davis Square with this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment — and the best part? No broker fee! This inviting unit features hardwood floors throughout and an updated kitchen with modern appliances, granite countertops, and newer cabinetry — perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Enjoy your own private rear deck for morning coffee or relaxing evenings, plus access to a shared backyard for extra outdoor space. Convenient coin-op laundry in the basement makes city living easy. Pet Friendly! ...pets welcome for $75/month per pet. Prime Davis Square location near shops, restaurants, cafés, and Red Line access. 2 bed / 1 bath. Updated kitchen with granite counters. Hardwood floors. Private rear deck. Shared backyard. Coin-op laundry. Excellent Davis Square location.

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Amenities for 21 Chandler Street

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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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

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 21 Chandler Street

HomeApartments in MedfordMedford Hillside 21 Chandler Street

Live in the heart of Davis Square with this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment — and the best part? No broker fee! This inviting unit features hardwood floors throughout and an updated kitchen with modern appliances, granite countertops, and newer cabinetry — perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Enjoy your own private rear deck for morning coffee or relaxing evenings, plus access to a shared backyard for extra outdoor space. Convenient coin-op laundry in the basement makes city living easy. Pet Friendly! ...pets welcome for $75/month per pet. Prime Davis Square location near shops, restaurants, cafés, and Red Line access. 2 bed / 1 bath. Updated kitchen with granite counters. Hardwood floors. Private rear deck. Shared backyard. Coin-op laundry. Excellent Davis Square location.


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.
8.1
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 21 Chandler Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 21 Chandler 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.
How we rated 21 Chandler Street
Price·9A 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.
21 Chandler Street stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 21 Chandler Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
21 Chandler 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·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 21 Chandler Street 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 21 Chandler Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away

Considerations

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No laundry facilities available
This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers

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Rent trends in Medford Hillside

2-bedroom apartments at 21 Chandler Street cost about 9% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Medford Hillside.

Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Medford Hillside
Medford
A table of studio rental data trends in Medford
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,788
June 2024$2,206
July 2024$2,336
August 2024$1,917
September 2024$1,867
October 2024$1,889
November 2024$2,000
December 2024$2,368
January 2025$1,750
February 2025$1,725
March 2025$1,735
April 2025$1,822
May 2025$1,869
June 2025$1,772
July 2025$1,733
August 2025$1,814
September 2025$1,834
October 2025$1,887
November 2025$2,422
December 2025$2,498
January 2026$2,221
February 2026$2,044
March 2026$1,831
April 2026$1,806
May 2026$1,775
A table of studio rental data trends in Medford Hillside
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,595
December 2024$1,595
May 2025$2,500

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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

$152,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $152,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,800.
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Schools near 21 Chandler Street

Benjamin G. Brown School

201 willow ave

somerville, MA, 2144

K-5Public
A

West Somerville Neighborhood School

177 powderhouse blvd

somerville, MA, 2144

PK, K-8Public
B+

John F. Kennedy Elementary School

5 cherry st

somerville, MA, 2144

PK, K-8Public
A

Winter Hill Community School

115 sycamore st

somerville, MA, 2145

PK, K-8Public
C+

Arthur D. Healey School

5 meacham st

somerville, MA, 2145

PK, K-8Public
B-
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Getting around Somerville near 21 Chandler St

Walking

10/10
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

8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 21 Chandler St, Somerville

Groceries

6/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

Explore the area around 21 Chandler St

Stop & Shop Supermarket
240 Elm St
H Mart
240 Elm St
Pemberton Farms Marketplace
2225 Massachusetts Ave
Foodland
2234 Massachusetts Ave
Momma's Grocery + Wine
2304 Massachusetts Ave

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