No broker fee
** Dislcaimer: Rent advertize includes 1-month free rent on a 12 months lease. Monthly rent is $2,775/mo.
Sept 1st or earlier move-in !
1 bed 1 bath
Hot water, water and heat included.
Laundry in the building.
Pets ok $50/month/cat; $100/month/dogs.
Bike storage.
Additional storage available for rent $50-$100/month
NO parking. Street w/ resident permit only.
Close to Davis sq and Ball Square. (Green and Red line T)
Move-in cost: First month's rent, 1-month security deposit & $225 key fee.
117 College Ave
Somerville, MA 02144
Apartment building
Studio-2 beds
What's special
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Flooring
- Hardwood
Neighborhood: Ball Square
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Getting around
Walk Score®
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Walker's ParadiseTransit Score®
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Excellent TransitBike Score®
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Biker's ParadiseNearby schools in Somerville
Benjamin G. Brown School
Grades K-5 • 0.3 miles8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
9/10Student Progress Rating
7/10West Somerville Neighborhood School
Grades PK-8 • 0.7 miles5/10
GreatSchools® Rating
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6/10Student Progress Rating
4/10Somerville High School
Grades 9-12 • 1.5 miles6/10
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6/10College Readiness Rating
6/10Living in Somerville
Ball Square sits in northern Somerville near the Medford line, with a compact commercial center around the intersection of Broadway and Boston Avenue. Its four-season New England climate brings snowy winters and warm summers, while nearby streets mix older homes with restaurants, cafés, and everyday shops. The Green Line’s Ball Square station provides rail access toward downtown Boston, and local buses, sidewalks, and bike routes offer other ways to get around. Dining ranges from casual takeout to sit-down meals, with coffee shops and bakeries adding to the neighborhood’s street-corner feel. Tufts Park and the Somerville Community Path offer outdoor space nearby; the path is useful for walking and cycling, and local playgrounds provide places to play. Ball Square’s median rent is $5,300 per month, with a typical range of $1,290 to $9,100, based on 94 active listings.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is 117 College Ave located, and what is the neighborhood like?
117 College Ave is located at 117 College Ave in Ball Square, Somerville, MA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Sound Bites Cafe, Nine Bar Espresso, and Tenoch.
What hospitals and medical facilities are near 117 College Ave?
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 117 College Ave include Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates (0.4 miles away), Somerville Hospital (0.8 miles away), and Somerville Hospital Emergency Room (0.8 miles away).
What schools are assigned to 117 College Ave?
The schools assigned to 117 College Ave include Benjamin G. Brown School, West Somerville Neighborhood School, and Somerville High School.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 117 College Ave?
117 College Ave is located near 6 grocery stores, including Davis Square Farmers' Market (0.4 miles) and H Mart (0.4 miles). Additional shopping options, including Comicazi, are approximately 0.3 miles away.
What colleges and universities are near 117 College Ave?
117 College Ave is located within 0.2 miles of Sonora Rose, 0.2 miles of College Ave Mansion, and 0.5 miles of Institute For Global Leadership, Tufts Unuversity.
