• Living room - Modern 3BR/2.5BA townhouse near Porter Sq and Davis Sq; easy walk to Green or Red line

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Number of BedroomsNumber of BathroomsRent RangeSquare FootageName of Floor PlanUnit NumberAvailabilityNewly AddedView More Details
Beds Baths Rent Sq. Ft. Max Occupants Availability
2.5 Bathrooms $5,500
Plus Fees
12 Month Lease
2,000 5 Residents 7/1/26
7/1/26 $5,500
Plus Fees
12 Month Lease
2,000Sq. Ft.
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Convenient For

  • Graduate Students
  • Faculty/Staff

Modern 3BR/2.5BA townhouse near Porter Sq and Davis Sq; easy walk to Green or Red line

This contemporary 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom townhouse offers 2,000 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space in one of Boston's most vibrant neighborhoods. It's ideal for visiting scholars and their families.

The home: Built in 2011, this... light-filled residence features an open-concept main level perfect for both work and relaxation. The modern kitchen includes cherry cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast bar. The second floor offers a primary suite with en-suite bath, two additional bedrooms, and a full bathroom with in-unit washer/dryer. The finished lower level provides flexible space—ideal as a home office, study area, or fitness room. Outside is a private patio and lush backyard that provides a a peaceful retreat for morning coffee, outdoor dining, or gardening.

Practical Details:
- Heating and central air conditioning
- 2 tandem parking spots in private driveway (rare for the area!)
- In-unit washer/dryer

Prime Location:
- 3 blocks to Somerville Community Path for walking and biking
- 0.3 miles from Magoun Station (Green Line) to downtown or Tufts campus
- Easy 0.7 mile walk to Porter Square or Davis Square (Red Line stations)
- Quick access to Tufts, Harvard, MIT
- Surrounded by acclaimed restaurants, cafés, bookstores, and cultural venues

Available: July or August 2026 through July or August 2027 (9-12 month lease)
Monthly Rent: $5500 including water, sewer, trash/recycling

Lease Terms

Option To Renew

Lease renewal considered

Lead Paint

  • No

Upfront Requirements

  • First Month Rent
  • References
  • Security Deposit

Agency/Fee Information

  • No Fees

University Features

  • Near T Stop

Contact

Michelle Thong
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Amenities

Unit Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Dining Room
  • Dishwasher
  • Furnished
  • Garbage Disposal
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Heating
  • High-Speed Internet Available
  • Living Room
  • Microwave
  • Private Yard/Garden
  • Refrigerator

Community Features

  • Near Bus Stop

Laundry

  • Washer/Dryer in Unit
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Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Utilities & Essentials

  • Utility - Gas
    Usage-based
  • Utility - Gas
    Usage-based

Security

  • Exterior Lighting

Shopping Centers

Porter Square Shopping Center Walk: 12 min Distance: 0.7 mi
Somerville Place Walk: 13 min Distance: 0.7 mi
Porter Square Galleria Walk: 13 min Distance: 0.7 mi

Military

Boston Support Center Drive: 10 min Distance: 4.6 mi

Transit / Subway

Magoun Square Walk: 7 min Distance: 0.4 mi
Ball Square Walk: 13 min Distance: 0.7 mi
Porter Square Station Walk: 13 min Distance: 0.7 mi
Davis Station Walk: 14 min Distance: 0.8 mi
Porter Square Walk: 14 min Distance: 0.7 mi
Gilman Square Walk: 15 min Distance: 0.8 mi
West Medford Walk: 52 min Distance: 2.7 mi
Malden Center Drive: 9 min Distance: 4.2 mi
North Station Drive: 10 min Distance: 4.5 mi
Boston Landing Drive: 18 min Distance: 8.3 mi

Airports

General Edward Lawrence Logan International Drive: 16 min Distance: 7.4 mi

Colleges and Universities Nearby

Lesley University, Porter Walk: 14 min Distance: 0.7 mi
Lesley University Walk: 24 min Distance: 1.3 mi
Tufts Univ., Medford Walk: 24 min Distance: 1.3 mi
Harvard University Walk: 35 min Distance: 1.9 mi

Parks and Recreation

Mineralogical and Geological Museum Walk: 24 min Distance: 1.2 mi
Harvard Museum of Natural History Walk: 23 min Distance: 1.2 mi
Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics Walk: 28 min Distance: 1.5 mi
Longfellow National Historic Site Walk: 35 min Distance: 1.8 mi
Mystic River Reservation Walk: 41 min Distance: 2.1 mi

Schools

John F. Kennedy Elementary School
Grades PK-8
Public
8
Out of 10
Benjamin G Brown
Grades K-5
Public
7
Out of 10
Winter Hill Community
Grades PK-8
Public
4
Out of 10
Curtis-Tufts High School
Grades 9-12
Public
NR
Out of 10
Missituk Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
4
Out of 10
Maria L. Baldwin
Grades PK-5
Public
7
Out of 10
Arthur D Healey
Grades PK-8
Public
4
Out of 10
Somerville High
Grades 9-12
Public
4
Out of 10
Rindge Avenue Upper School
Grades 6-8
Public
7
Out of 10
Peabody
Grades PK-5
Public
8
Out of 10
GreatSchools Rating

Ratings

Walker's Paradise

90

Walk Score ®

Out of 100

Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.

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Excellent Transit

81

Transit Score ®

Out of 100

You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.

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Biker's Paradise

92

Bike Score ®

Out of 100

Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.

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Active

69

Soundscore â„¢

Out of 100

Traffic:

Busy

Airport:

Calm

Business:

Active

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