53 Henderson St, Arlington MA 02474

Arlington, MA 02474
$4,750
$4,150/mo
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
980
Sq Ft
9,999
Lot Sq Ft
3
Parking
40
Days on Market
For Rent Price Drop -$600 Listed Jul 6, 2026 • MLS# 73545126 Copied! • Updated Aug 13, 2026

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About this home

Charming East Arlington single family sitting on a corner lot. Steps to Cambridge and Somerville, an easy walk to Alewife T station makes commuting into Cambridge or Boston a breeze. The first floor features a fully equipped spacious kitchen, formal dining room, family room, 1/2 bath and an office or extra bedroom. The second floor offers an airy primary bedroom and sizeable 2nd bedroom, and full bath. Head down to the expansive basement for plenty of extra storage and the laundry machines. Refinished hardwood floors, updated paint etc throughout. A fenced in yard, ample outdoor space, and a driveway that can fit 2 cars round out the exterior features of this rare to market gem. Extra parking is available on site. Easy walk to area amenities, and a quick drive to Tufts, Harvard and beyond. Don't miss the opportunity to call this unique single family in an incredible location home!

Property History

Market Insights

4
Price Changes
12.6%
Price Range

Property Timeline

Price Reduced
Aug 13, 2026
$4,150 $100 (-2.35%)
From $4,250 to $4,150 (-2.4%)
Price Reduced
Aug 5, 2026
$4,250 $100 (-2.3%)
From $4,350 to $4,250 (-2.3%)
Price Reduced
Jul 21, 2026
$4,350 $300 (-6.45%)
From $4,650 to $4,350 (-6.5%)
Price Reduced
Jul 7, 2026
$4,650 $100 (-2.11%)
From $4,750 to $4,650 (-2.1%)
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Listed for Rent
Jul 6, 2026
$4,750
Original listing
Agent: Thomas Alexander Office: Round Room

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
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Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Lease
Style Single Family Residence
Living Area 980 sq ft
Lot Size 9,999 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 7

Rental Details

Available Available Now
Lease Term Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes Occupancy Only
Security Deposit $4,750
Required First MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets Yes w/ Restrictions
Pet Policy Dogs OKCats OKRestrictions Apply
Heating Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Basement None
Laundry In Unit
Features None
Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Porch, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Porch
Features None
Total Spaces 3

Utilities

Electric None
Water None
Sewer None
Gas None
Other None

Building & Pet Policy

Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Sq Ft Source Owner
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 38 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Rent
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
980 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Entry Level
1

Floor Layout

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Laundry: In Unit
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Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Natural Gas
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Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Porch
Fencing: Fenced
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Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features:
School District
Arlington School District local
A+
School Safety 2024-25
0.5% Low
0.4% Suspensions 0.2% In-School 0.1% Emergency
5.0% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
Lesley Ellis School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-07
St. Agnes Elementary School
1.1 mi
Grades K-08
A
Hardy School
0.5 mi | #116 of 824 | Score: 58.2
Improved 6 spots from last year
+-0 above state avg
382 students Diverse
Grades K-05
A-
Thompson Elementary School
0.6 mi | #201 of 824 | Score: 54.9
Dropped 52 spots from last year
-3.3 below state avg
537 students Diverse
Grades K-05
Arlington Children's Center
1.3 mi
Grades PK-K
Menotomy Preschool
1.3 mi
100 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
A+
John A Bishop School
1.8 mi | #52 of 824 | Score: 62.2
Improved 10 spots from last year
+4 above state avg
375 students Diverse
Grades K-05
A
Brackett School
2.2 mi | #120 of 824 | Score: 58.0
Dropped 7 spots from last year
-0.2 below state avg
394 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A-
M. Norcross Stratton Elementary School
2.4 mi | #180 of 824 | Score: 56.0
Dropped 38 spots from last year
-2.2 below state avg
448 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
A+
Peirce School
2.8 mi | #57 of 824 | Score: 61.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
+3.6 above state avg
318 students Diverse
Grades K-05
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A+
Gibbs School
0.7 mi | #31 of 352 | Score: 60.0
Improved 8 spots from last year
+1.8 above state avg
529 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades 06
A+
Ottoson Middle School
2.4 mi | #4 of 352 | Score: 65.2
Improved 13 spots from last year
+7 above state avg
963 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades 07-08
H

High Schools

1 school
Arlington Catholic High School
1.1 mi
17 sports • 1,412 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood

53 Henderson St, Arlington MA 02474

Arlington, MA 02474

Listing Information

Listing Agent Thomas Alexander
Listing Office Round Room
Office Phone 617-487-8082
Agent MLS ID CN225731
Office MLS ID AN5792
Listing Data Updated Aug 13, 2026 9:20 AM 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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