397 Somerville Ave # 3, Somerville MA 02143
Somerville, MA 02143
$4,200
$4,000/mo
About this home
Live in the center of it all at 397 Somerville Avenue, a spacious 3-bedroom apartment featuring over 1,400 sq ft of comfortable living space. Generous floor plan with good sized bedrooms, hardwood floors throughout, and a large living area perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Ideal for an easy, car-free lifestyle, as you are located directly across from Market Basket, moments from the independent shops and dining at Bow Market, and just 0.6 miles to the Union Square Green Line T-Station. Coin-op laundry and additional storage in the basement.
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Property History
Market Insights
1
Price Changes
4.8%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Jul 27, 2026
$4,000
$200
(-4.76%)
From $4,200 to $4,000 (-4.8%)
Listed for Sale
Jul 8, 2026
$4,200
Original listing
Agent: Winnie Lee
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/27/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $4,000 | $200 | - | From $4,200 to $4,000 (-4.8%) |
| 07/08/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $4,200 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Apartment
Year Built
1988
Living Area
1,433 sq ft
Lot Size
9,999 sq ft
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
5
Rental Details
Available
Available Now
Lease Term
Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes
Water, Sewer
Security Deposit
$4,200
Required
First MonthLast MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets
Yes w/ Restrictions
Pet Policy
Dogs OKCats OKRestrictions Apply
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
In Building
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
None
Sewer
None
Gas
None
Other
None
Building & Pet Policy
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Unit/Building
3
Sq Ft Source
Owner
Sq Ft Disclosures
Square footage is approx. per owner
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
20 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Apartment
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1988
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,433 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Entry Level
3
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,433 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
In Building
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1988
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
Nearby Schools
School District
Somerville School District local
B-
School Safety
2024-25
2.5%
Average
1.4%
Suspensions
2.2%
In-School
1.1%
Emergency
3.0% below state avg
Elementary Schools
9 schools
B+
Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park
0.2 mi
|
#134 of 352
|
Score: 45.7
Improved 40 spots from last year
-12.6 below state avg
553 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
St. Theresa of the Child Jesus School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
East Somerville Community School
0.7 mi
|
#245 of 352
|
Score: 37.0
Improved 6 spots from last year
-21.2 below state avg
747 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
C-
Winter Hill Community School
0.8 mi
|
#287 of 352
|
Score: 32.6
Dropped 15 spots from last year
-25.7 below state avg
388 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
A
John F Kennedy School
1.0 mi
|
#50 of 352
|
Score: 56.7
Improved 5 spots from last year
-1.5 below state avg
439 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
C+
Arthur D Healey School
1.1 mi
|
#236 of 352
|
Score: 37.5
Improved 27 spots from last year
-20.7 below state avg
482 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
Capuano Early Childhood Center
0.7 mi
250 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-01
A+
Benjamin G Brown School
1.3 mi
|
#78 of 824
|
Score: 60.5
Dropped 61 spots from last year
+2.3 above state avg
219 students
Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
Tufts Educational Day Care Center
1.7 mi
Grades PK-K
Middle Schools
1 school
Next Wave Junior High School
0.4 mi
16 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
High Schools
2 schools
F
Full Circle High School
0.4 mi
|
#344 of 346
|
Score: 17.3
Improved 22 spots from last year
-40.9 below state avg
67 students
Diverse
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
B+
Somerville High School
0.4 mi
|
#131 of 346
|
Score: 57.1
Improved 111 spots from last year
-1.1 below state avg
1,394 students
Diverse
17 sports
• 1,566 athletes
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Strong Athletics
Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood
397 Somerville Ave # 3, Somerville MA 02143
Somerville, MA 02143
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Winnie Lee
Listing Office
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Office Phone
617-864-4430
Agent MLS ID
CN240736
Office MLS ID
AN6200
Listing Data Updated
Jul 27, 2026 4:39 PM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.
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