




Unit 2
- 2BR, 1BA
- $3,125 Total Monthly Price
Total Monthly Price
Base Rent$3,125Total Monthly Price$3,125 - 1,000 Square Feet
- 09-01-2026 Availability
Unit 2 Lease Information
Unit Price
- $3,125Total Monthly PriceBase Rent: $3,125Required Monthly Fees: None
Deposit
- $3,125 deposit
About 257 Highland Ave
Property Id: 2745940 Large, bright second-floor apartment. Five rooms: two bedrooms, a living room, a dining room, and an updated eat-in kitchen. One bedroom has a separate dressing room/office alcove with generous built-in storage. The kitchen has a large pantry, dishwasher, disposal, and in-unit washer/dryer. Updated tile bathroom with tub and pedestal sink. Semi-private back porch overlooking a large fenced backyard with room for gardening. The apartment is freshly painted and features hardwood floors, high ceilings, classic period details, replacement windows, and a ceiling fan. 15-minute walk to Davis Square and Porter Square MBTA Red Line stations; 5-minute walk to MBTA Green Line. Easy access to restaurants, cafes, shopping, parks, the Somerville Community Path, and Route 88 and 90 bus lines. Steps from 3 Little Figs Cafe. Highland Kitchen restaurant and Get-N-Go grocery are also nearby. Smoke-free property. Pets welcome with proof of current vaccinations. Dogs require references and behavioral assessment. One-year lease, renewable annually. Owner pays water and sewer. Tenant pays gas, electric, and all other utilities. Wonderful, quiet, long-term residents. Same owner/manager for 24 years. Available September 1. No broker fee. Ellen M. Tan six one seven four zero seven five two nine four
257 Highland Ave is located in the Powder House Square Neighborhood and 02143 Zip code of Somerville, MA.
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Property Information
- Built in 1920
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
Required Fees
One-Time Basics
- Due at Move-In
- Security Deposit - RefundableiCharged Per Unit.$3125
Pet Policy and Fees
Cats
AllowedDogs
AllowedProperty Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Features and Amenities
Outdoor Features
- Fenced Lot
- Lawn
Recreation and Fitness
- Bicycle Storage
Interior Features
- Washer/Dryer
Kitchen Amenities
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Refrigerator
- Oven
Living Area Features
- Tile Floors
- Hardwood Floors

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Frequently Asked Questions about 257 Highland Ave
What type of rentals are available at 257 Highland Ave?
There is currently a 2 Bed 1 Bath Apartment for rent with 1,000 listed at 257 Highland Ave. It is Available September 1, 2026.
How much is the rent at 257 Highland Ave?
257 Highland Ave is currently listed at $3,125.
What area of town is 257 Highland Ave located in?
Located in the Powder House Square Neighborhood, 257 Highland Ave is in the 02143 Zip Code of Somerville, MA.
Points of Interest
Time and distance from 257 Highland Ave.
Arts Museums and Landmarks
Big Box and Retail
Walgreens
Target
Petco
Colleges and Universities
Groceries
Whole Foods
Trader Joe's
Star Market
Hospitals
Cambridge Health Alliance
Mount Auburn Hospital
Massachusetts Eye And Ear Infirmary
Military Bases
Boston Support Center
Hanscom Air Force Base
Parks and Recreation
257 Highland Ave has 5 parks within 3.6 miles, including Fenway Park, The Boston Public Garden, Boston Common, Freedom Trail, and The Freedom Trail.
Restaurants and Dining
Shopping Centers
257 Highland Ave has 5 shopping centers within 1.3 miles.
Transit Stations
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| Somerville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,429 | $875 | $10,000+ |
| Somerville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,908 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Somerville 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,998 | $3,195 | $9,000 |
| Somerville 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,203 | $4,200 | $9,100 |
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