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37 Porter St, Somerville, MA 02143, USA|Spring Hill
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| 3BR/2.0BA | 3 bed | 2 bath | 1,100 sqft | $4,200 /mo | 1 unit available | Available 9/1, Last month only to sign lease. Beautiful, sunny, large 3 bed 2 bath Unit located on Porter St in Porter Sq. Unit completely renovated within the last year including updates to bathrooms, kitchen, cabinets, and granite countertops. Three large bedrooms complete the unit that has 2 full bathrooms and a Large living room. Laundry located in basement and big windows. Unit has a grassy backyard good for grilling as well. 1 Parking Spot included in driveway!!!! Front and Rear Porches. All that is needed to sign lease is lost months rent. This unit wont last long. Message to set up tour and with any questions.. Must pass criminal and credit check. |
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Amenities for 37 Porter Street
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Fridge |
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stove |
Building
| Water/Sewer |
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About 37 Porter Street
Available 9/1, Last month only to sign lease. Beautiful, sunny, large 3 bed 2 bath Unit located on Porter St in Porter Sq. Unit completely renovated within the last year including updates to bathrooms, kitchen, cabinets, and granite countertops. Three large bedrooms complete the unit that has 2 full bathrooms and a Large living room. Laundry located in basement and big windows. Unit has a grassy backyard good for grilling as well. 1 Parking Spot included in driveway!!!! Front and Rear Porches. All that is needed to sign lease is lost months rent. This unit wont last long. Message to set up tour and with any questions.. Must pass criminal and credit check.
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.
8.4
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 37 Porter Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 37 Porter 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·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.
37 Porter 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·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.
37 Porter Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including water/sewer. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 37 Porter 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.
37 Porter 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 37 Porter Street to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.
37 Porter Street 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 37 Porter Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 180 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Spring Hill
3-bedroom apartments at 37 Porter Street cost about the same as the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Spring Hill.
Median rents as of Mar 28 2026.
Spring Hill
Somerville
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $2,419 |
| May 2024 | $2,511 |
| June 2024 | $2,437 |
| July 2024 | $2,334 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $2,045 |
| May 2024 | $2,037 |
| June 2024 | $2,162 |
| July 2024 | $2,243 |
| 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 |
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Can I afford to live at 37 Porter St?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$168,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $168,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $4,200.
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Schools near 37 Porter Street
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
5 cherry st
somerville, MA, 2144
PK, K-8Public
A
Benjamin G. Brown School
201 willow ave
somerville, MA, 2144
K-5Public
A
Winter Hill Community School
115 sycamore st
somerville, MA, 2145
PK, K-8Public
C+
Dr. Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park
290 washington st
somerville, MA, 2143
PK, K-8Public
B
Arthur D. Healey School
5 meacham st
somerville, MA, 2145
PK, K-8Public
B-
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Neighborhood
Spring Hill | Somerville, MA
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Somerville near 37 Porter 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
7/10
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 37 Porter 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
Some 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 5-minute walk
High schools
4/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
9/10
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 37 Porter St
Star Market
275 Beacon St
Star Market
49 White St
R & R Family Market
497 Somerville Ave
Little India
438 Somerville Ave
LP Market
96 Highland Ave
MRS Piggys Trend
35 Sacramento St
Pod
35 Sacramento St
Target
822 Somerville Ave
Clothware
1773 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge Clogs
1780 Massachusetts Ave
Starbucks
723 Somerville Ave
Dunkin'
519 Somerville Ave
Starbucks
49 White St
Cafe Zing
25 White St
Dunkin'
1 White St
Samba Bar & Grille
608 Somerville Ave
Dear Annie
1741 Massachusetts Ave
Aeronaut Brewing Co
14 Tyler St
Barcelona Wine Bar
1688 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge Common
1667 Massachusetts Ave
Forge Baking Company
626 Somerville Ave
Petsi Pies
285 Beacon St
Yafa Bakery & Cafe
594 Somerville Ave
3 Little Figs
278 Highland Ave
Cambridge Naturals
23 White St
Morse Kelly Playground
Dickerman Park
Morse-Kelley Park
Dickerman Playground
Bailey Park
Subway
723 Sommerville Ave
Cafe Rustica
356 Beacon St
Chow N Joy
626 Somerville Ave
Phon Rice Inc
289 Beacon St
Zoe's Gourmet Chinese Cuisine
296 Beacon St
Elm St @ Porter St
Clarendon Hill or Arlington Center - Lechmere Station
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Clarendon Hill or Arlington Center - Lechmere Station
Somerville Ave @ Elm St
Rindge Avenue - Central Square, Cambridge
Somerville Ave opp Elm St
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