42 Bow Street # 4, Somerville MA 02143

Somerville, MA 02143 • Union Square
$4,000/mo
2
Beds
2
Baths
948
Sq Ft
9,999
Lot Sq Ft
1
Parking
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Time on Market
For Rent Listed Oct 15, 2026 • MLS# 73591640 Copied! • Updated Oct 15, 2026

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About this home

Beautiful 948-square-foot condo combining Victorian character with modern finishes in one of Somerville's most vibrant neighborhoods. The open living and dining area features wide-plank oak floors, coffered ceilings, architectural details and a gas fireplace. The adjoining kitchen offers quartz countertops, white shaker cabinetry, gas cooking and JennAir stainless-steel appliances. The spacious primary suite includes a private balcony and an en-suite bathroom with a dual vanity and walk-in shower. A generous second bedroom, another full bathroom and in-unit laundry complete the interior. Additional features include one dedicated off-street parking space and convenient access to the Union Square Green Line station, Bow Market, restaurants, cafes, shops and major routes into Cambridge and Boston. Lease to run through end of August 2027, but that is flexible. Small dogs (less than 50 pounds per condo rules) and cats negotiable. Showings through Showing Time or directly by text with owner, Bridget, at 412-398-6146.

Price & Status History

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Rent
Oct 16, 2026
$4,000
Original listing
Agent: Ellen G. Friedman Office: Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
Tax history not available

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Lease
Style Condominium
Living Area 948 sq ft
Lot Size 9,999 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 5

Rental Details

Available Dec 1, 2026
Lease Term Term of Rental(Tbd)
Rent Includes Trash Collection, Snow Removal, Gardener, Laundry Facilities, Parking
Security Deposit $4,000
Required First MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets Yes w/ Restrictions
Pet Policy Dogs OKCats OKRestrictions Apply
Heating Natural Gas, Central, Forced Air
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement None
Laundry Third Floor, In Unit
Features Single Living Level, Internet Available - Unknown
Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Deck - Wood
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Wood
Features None
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric None
Water None
Sewer None
Gas None
Other None

Building & Pet Policy

HOA Yes
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Possession Flexible
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Unit/Building 4
Sq Ft Source Master Deed
Documents None
County Middlesex

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Rent
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
948 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Entry Level
3

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Single Living Level, Internet Available - Unknown
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry: Third Floor, In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

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Roof:
Foundation:

Utilities & Systems

Heating: Natural Gas, Central, Forced Air
Cooling:
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Sewer:
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Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Wood
Patio & Porch: Deck - Wood
Fencing:
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Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features:

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
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
E

Elementary Schools

3 schools
B+
Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park
0.2 mi | #137 of 352 | Score: 45.4
Improved 37 spots from last year
-12.8 below state avg
548 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
Capuano Early Childhood Center
0.6 mi
240 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-01
C+
East Somerville Community School
0.6 mi | #244 of 352 | Score: 36.9
Improved 7 spots from last year
-21.3 below state avg
743 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
Next Wave Junior High School
0.4 mi
11 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B-
Cambridge Street Upper School
0.7 mi | #207 of 352 | Score: 39.9
Dropped 19 spots from last year
-18.3 below state avg
317 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
1.0 mi | #119 of 352 | Score: 47.6
Improved 25 spots from last year
-10.6 below state avg
296 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
F
Full Circle High School
0.4 mi | #334 of 346 | Score: 23.6
Improved 32 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
60 students Diverse
Rising School Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
B+
Somerville High School
0.4 mi | #125 of 346 | Score: 58.3
Improved 117 spots from last year
+0.1 above state avg
1,367 students Diverse
17 sports • 1,566 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Career Tech Programs
Grades 09-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
1.2 mi | #205 of 346 | Score: 51.9
Dropped 84 spots from last year
-6.3 below state avg
244 students Diverse
7 sports • 202 athletes
High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
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Neighborhood

Union Square

42 Bow Street # 4, Somerville MA 02143

Somerville, MA 02143

Listing Information

Listing Agent Ellen G. Friedman
Listing Office Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
Office Phone 617-497-8900
Agent MLS ID BB954652
Office MLS ID BB5474
Listing Data Updated Oct 15, 2026 10:13 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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