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    $3,000/mo

    279 Washington St #2F, Somerville, MA 02143

    1beds
    800sqft

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    Apartment
    Available Mon Dec 1 2025
    Cats, dogs OK
    Shared laundry
    Off street parking
    Wall furnace
    Contact manager for more details about this home.

    What's special

    Hardwood floorsShared yardGreat natural light
    Sunny 1BR+Alcove with Private Deck near Union Square Pet Friendly, No Broker Fee! 279 Washington St, Unit 2 Union Square, Somerville, MA 1 Bed + Side Alcove / 1 Bath Private Deck Dog & Cat Friendly Live in the heart of Union Square, just a short walk to the Green Line, bus routes, Bow Market, the Union Square Farmer's Market, and some of Somerville's best restaurants. This bright 1-bedroom apartment features a bonus alcove off the bedroom perfect for a home office, reading nook, or dressing area and a private 2nd-floor deck with great afternoon sunlight for coffee or dinner outdoors. The apartment is pet friendly, with optional off-street parking available. Current tenants are listing this unit for a lease takeover rent discounted and no broker fee. Highlights Private 2nd-floor deck Dog & cat friendly Dishwasher + garbage disposal Hardwood floors and great natural light Shared laundry and dedicated basement storage Optional off-street parking Shared yard No broker fee Location Minutes to Union Square, Bow Market, cafes, restaurants, markets, and the Green Line Extension (GLX) with easy access to Cambridge and downtown Boston. Lease Details Available: December 1st or January 1st Rent: $3,000/month Pet rent (optional): $85/month Parking (optional): $125/month Security deposit: $3,000 Lease term: Through August 31 (renews September 1) Utilities: Heat and water included; tenant pays electric and internet. Cooling via window unit(s). To Inquire Please reply with a brief introduction and your desired move-in date to schedule a showing. This is a lease takeover through August 2026, lease renewed September 1st. Heat and water included.
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 1
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Wall Furnace
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Freezer, Oven, Refrigerator
    • Laundry: Shared
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 800 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Off Street
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Exterior features: Electricity not included in rent, Heating included in rent, Heating system: Wall, Internet not included in rent, Water included in rent

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Apartment
    • Property subtype: Apartment

    Utilities & green energy

    • Utilities for property: Water

    Building

    Management
    • Pets allowed: Yes

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Somerville

    Financial & listing details

    • Lease term: Sublet/Temporary

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    11/1/2025Listed for rent$3,000$4/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals

    Neighborhood: Union Square

    There are 6 available units in this apartment building

    • Special offer! Rent and deposit discounted to $3,000/month, no broker fee
      Expires November 24, 2025