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About 197 College Ave #3
NO BROKERS FEE! Spacious 4 bed 1 bath available 6/1/2026. Students Ok, right next to Tufts University. NO BROKERS FEE!! Fee Disclosure: First Month Rent: $5,833 Last Month Rent: $5,833 Security Deposit: $5,833
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| Neighborhood | Medford Hillside |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02144 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Medford Hillside
4-bedroom apartments at 197 College Ave #3 cost about 33% more than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Medford Hillside.
Median rents as of Sep 20 2025.
Medford Hillside
Medford
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $4,515 |
| November 2023 | $4,375 |
| December 2023 | $4,188 |
| January 2024 | $4,185 |
| February 2024 | $4,612 |
| March 2024 | $4,785 |
| April 2024 | $4,800 |
| May 2024 | $4,550 |
| June 2024 | $4,540 |
| July 2024 | $4,150 |
| August 2024 | $4,170 |
| September 2024 | $4,462 |
| October 2024 | $4,600 |
| November 2024 | $4,490 |
| December 2024 | $4,400 |
| January 2025 | $4,400 |
| February 2025 | $4,475 |
| March 2025 | $4,548 |
| April 2025 | $4,467 |
| May 2025 | $4,362 |
| June 2025 | $4,360 |
| July 2025 | $4,400 |
| August 2025 | $4,400 |
| September 2025 | $4,571 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $4,572 |
| November 2023 | $4,737 |
| December 2023 | $4,150 |
| January 2024 | $4,000 |
| February 2024 | $4,800 |
| March 2024 | $4,504 |
| April 2024 | $4,097 |
| May 2024 | $4,131 |
| June 2024 | $4,253 |
| July 2024 | $4,256 |
| August 2024 | $4,430 |
| September 2024 | $4,750 |
| October 2024 | $4,775 |
| November 2024 | $4,740 |
| December 2024 | $4,800 |
| January 2025 | $4,800 |
| February 2025 | $4,700 |
| March 2025 | $4,720 |
| April 2025 | $4,662 |
| May 2025 | $4,429 |
| June 2025 | $4,662 |
| July 2025 | $4,760 |
| August 2025 | $4,714 |
| September 2025 | $4,742 |
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4+ bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 197 College Ave #3
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
Arthur D. Healey School
5 meacham st
somerville, MA, 2145
PK, K-8Public
B-
Winter Hill Community School
115 sycamore st
somerville, MA, 2145
PK, K-8Public
C+
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Getting around Somerville near 197 College Ave #3
Walking
8/10
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
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 197 College Ave #3, Somerville
Groceries
7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
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
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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Uniao Meat Market
376 Main St
bfresh market
244 Elm St
Stop & Shop Supermarket
240 Elm St
Rosemary's Corp
565 Main St
Stop & Shop Supermarket
105 Alewife Brook Pkwy
I You Me
327B Highland Ave
Bride 'n' Belle Boutique
141 Main St
Drinkwater's
2067 Massachusetts Ave
Target
822 Somerville Ave
Noca Livery
23 Upland Rd
Jam Cafe
Dunkin'
850 Broadway
Starbucks
177 College Ave
Dunkin'
379 Alewife Brook Pky
Grounder Cafe
394 Main St
The Pub
682 Broadway
PJ Ryans
239 Holland St
Foundry on Elm
255 Elm St
Saloon
255 Elm St
Chipotle Mexican Grill
274 Elm St
Lyndell's Bakery
720 Broadway
Sweet Spot Bakery LLC
720 Broadway
Modern Pastry
20 Fleming St
Lacascia's Bakery & Deli
418 Main St
Danish Pastry House
330 Boston Ave
Tufts University Fields
Powderhouse Square
Alumni Fields
Nathan Tufts Park
Nathan Tufts/Powder House Park
Semolina Kitchen & Bar
572 Boston Ave
Doowee & Rice
868 Broadway
Dunkin'
850 Broadway
Mint Indian Eatery
868 Broadway
Noor Mediteranian Grill
136 College Ave
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