Fully Renovated 3BR + Bonus Room / 2BA Top-Floor Condo Skyline Views, In-Unit Laundry, 5 Min to Green Line
This 1,606 sq ft third-floor unit at 20 Alston Street has been fully renovated with an open layout and hardwood floors throughout. The kitchen features a waterfall quartz island, LG stainless steel appliances, a double gas oven, and a Bosch vented hood. Three bedrooms and two full baths, plus a bonus room that fits a queen bed and works as a home office or guest room. Central air, forced-air heat, in-unit washer and dryer, front porch access, and Boston skyline views from the top floor.
Location: about 5 minutes to the East Somerville Green Line station, bus 80/88/90 at the corner of Cross and Alston, quick access to Route 28 and I-93. Union Square and Assembly Row are both within [1] mile.
Terms: $4,000/month, 12-month lease. Available [date]. Tenant pays electricity and gas; owner pays water and sewer. Cats and dogs welcome. No off-street parking; street parking by Somerville resident permit. Move-in costs are first month's rent and a one-month security deposit; no application fee and no broker fee.
Please note: the unit is also listed for sale. Under Massachusetts law the lease continues unchanged with any new owner, and buyer showings are scheduled with 24 hours' notice as described in the lease.
To inquire, please include your target move-in date, number of adult occupants, and any pets. Screening criteria are shared with every applicant before showings.
12-month lease. Owner pays water and sewer; tenant pays electricity, gas, and internet. First month's rent and a one-month security deposit due at signing; no last month's rent, no application fee, no broker fee. Cats and dogs allowed per condominium rules. No smoking. No off-street parking; street parking by Somerville resident permit. Tenant is responsible for routine upkeep of the unit; owner handles repairs and maintenance of building systems and appliances. Renters insurance required. Unit is also listed for sale; buyer showings with 24 hours' notice as provided in the lease.
Application process: applications received within 48 hours of the first complete application are reviewed together. Among applicants who meet all screening criteria, the application with the strongest combined credit score and income-to-rent ratio is selected; ties go to the earlier submission.
20 Alston St
Somerville, MA 02143
Apartment building
3-9 beds
In-unit laundry (W/D)
What's special
Hardwood floors throughout
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- Garbage disposal
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Washer
Flooring
- Hardwood
Neighborhood: East Somerville
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Getting around
Walk Score®
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Very WalkableTransit Score®
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Excellent TransitBike Score®
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Biker's ParadiseNearby schools in Somerville
Capuano Early Childhood Center
Grades PK, K • 0.2 milesN/A
GreatSchools® Rating
East Somerville Community School
Grades PK-8 • 0.4 miles4/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
3/10Student Progress Rating
5/10Somerville High School
Grades 9-12 • 0.5 miles6/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
6/10College Readiness Rating
6/10Living in Somerville
East Somerville sits between the Mystic River and the denser neighborhoods closer to Boston, with a mix of residential streets and busy commercial corridors. Its climate brings snowy winters and warm, humid summers. East Somerville Community School’s adjacent playground and nearby parks provide outdoor space, while the Northern Strand Community Trail offers a route for walking and biking. Broadway is the neighborhood’s main dining and shopping spine, with restaurants, cafés, bakeries and everyday shops; the East Somerville branch of the Somerville Public Library adds a neighborhood resource. The area’s history is reflected in its older residential buildings and long-standing commercial streets. Residents can walk, bike or use MBTA buses and the Green Line’s East Somerville station to connect with other parts of Somerville and Boston. East Somerville neighborhood rental data lists a median rent of $3,000 per month and a typical range of $1,225 to $8,100.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is 20 Alston St located, and what is the neighborhood like?
20 Alston St is located at 20 Alston St in East Somerville, Somerville, MA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Vinal Bakery, Bloc Cafe, and Remnant Brewing.
What hospitals and medical facilities are near 20 Alston St?
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 20 Alston St include Broadway Health Center (0.7 miles away), Mass General Brigham (0.9 miles away), and The Cambridge Hospital (0.9 miles away).
What schools are assigned to 20 Alston St?
The schools assigned to 20 Alston St include Capuano Early Childhood Center, East Somerville Community School, and Somerville High School.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 20 Alston St?
20 Alston St is located near 3 grocery stores, including Union Square Farmers Market (0.3 miles) and Whole Foods Market (1 mile). Additional shopping options, including Ricky's Flower Market, are approximately 0.3 miles away.
What colleges and universities are near 20 Alston St?
20 Alston St is located within 0.5 miles of Albert F. Argenziano School At Lincoln Park, 0.8 miles of Kaplan Career Institute - Charlestown, and 0.9 miles of Computer Systems Institute.
