Spacious, sun-filled, furnished 3-bedroom apartment spanning two floors in the Winter Hill neighborhood of Somerville. Offering approximately 1,770 sq. ft. (165 m ) of living space, this home occupies the 2nd and 3rd floors of a charming two-unit house and combines classic character with modern upgrades.
The second floor features shared living spaces, including a generous kitchen, formal dining room, comfortable living room, bonus home office, full bathroom, in-unit free laundry, and private front and back porches.
Upstairs, the third floor offers three bedrooms, each with its own closet, dresser and bed frame, a wide beautiful hardwood hallway, and storage area.
Additional amenities include:
Furnished, including a kitchen equipped with dishes and kitchen essentials
Backyard garden access
Extra basement storage
New electrical, insulation, and efficient heat pumps
High transit, bike, and walk scores
Street parking available on the block with city permit
Located at 16 Walnut Rd. (off Walnut St.), the apartment is just an 8 10-minute walk to the Green Line at Gilman Square and close to area universities: approximately 11 minutes by bike to Tufts, 16 minutes to Harvard, and 18 minutes to MIT.
Available September 1, 2026 for a 12-month lease.
Rent: $4200 total ($1400 per bedroom)
Tenants pay electricity and gas; landlord pay water/sewer.
Move-in costs include first month's rent, last month's rent, one-month security deposit, and a one-time $75 lock-change fee for tenant safety.
Small pets negotiable when renting whole unit.
No smoking.
The property is not ADA accessible.
Applicants of all genders and orientations are warmly welcomed.
The apartment can also be offered unfurnished if preferred.
Available Sep 1, 2026
12-month lease
Rent is $4200 per month
First and last month's rent and one-month security deposit, plus one-time $75 lock change fee (for tenants' safety)
Tenants also pay electricity and gas; landlords pay water/sewer
16 Walnut Rd
Somerville, MA 02145
Apartment building
2-3 beds
In-unit laundry (W/D)
Available units
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What's special
Dining roomBonus home officeBackyard accessNew electricalFront and back porchesHeat pumpsFree in-unit laundry
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- Freezer
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Washer
Flooring
- Carpet
- Hardwood
Heating
- Heat pump
Neighborhood: Winter Hill
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Walk, Transit & Bike Scores
Walk Score®
/ 100
Very WalkableTransit Score®
/ 100
Excellent TransitBike Score®
/ 100
Very BikeableNearby schools in Somerville
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10East Somerville Community SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Winter Hill Community SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10Somerville High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
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Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of 16 Walnut Rd?
16 Walnut Rd has a walk score of 88, it's very walkable.
What is the transit score of 16 Walnut Rd?
16 Walnut Rd has a transit score of 76, it has excellent transit.
What schools are assigned to 16 Walnut Rd?
The schools assigned to 16 Walnut Rd include East Somerville Community School, Winter Hill Community School, and Somerville High School.
Does 16 Walnut Rd have in-unit laundry?
Yes, 16 Walnut Rd has in-unit laundry for some or all of the units.
What neighborhood is 16 Walnut Rd in?
16 Walnut Rd is in the Winter Hill neighborhood in Somerville, MA.








