This one checks all the boxes! LEAD COMPLIANT. Available 4/1/27.
Beautifully sunlit 4-bedroom duplex apartment on the 2nd and 3rd floor of an ideally located and charming 2-family home near Cambridge and Belmont attractions, including walking distance to Alewife and Fresh Pond. Only 1 block to the Harvard Bus, around the corner from Spice Delight, and walking distance to the Fitchburg Bike Path. Within a half mile to great schools (Fayerweather Street School, Belmont Country Day, etc), grocery shops (Whole Foods, Trader Joe's) and great neighborhoods (Belmont Center, Huron Villiage). Near all of the wonderful parks, including Danehy Park and a public golf course. Right off of route 2, making commuting easy!
This charming apartment boasts hardwood floors, lots of windows and beautiful 1920s details. It features a living room with an ornamental fireplace, a formal dining room with a built-in hutch; a large recently refreshed kitchen (with in-unit laundry), a newly renovated bathroom, and two enclosed porches (that add an additional 150 sq ft).
The apartment also features lots of closets for storage and access to a large basement for extra storage space.
And outside, you can enjoy sunny side-yard along with a shared driveway that leads the way to 1-2 off-street parking spots.
Enjoy everything vibrant Belmont and Cambridge has to offer!
Owner pays water
Renter responsible for gas/electric
Last months rent due at signing
No smoking allowed
Pets negotiable
1-2 parking spots available
First, last and security required
20 Merrill Ave
Belmont, MA 02478
Apartment building
2-4 beds
In-unit laundry (W/D)
Available units
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What's special
Lots of windowsLarge recently refreshed kitchenShared drivewayNewly renovated bathroomIn-unit laundrySunny side-yardHardwood floors
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- Freezer
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Washer
Flooring
- Hardwood
Neighborhood: 02478
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Travel times
Getting around
Walk Score®
/ 100
Very WalkableTransit Score®
/ 100
Some TransitBike Score®
/ 100
Biker's ParadiseNearby schools in Belmont
Mary Lee Burbank School
Grades K-3 • 0.4 miles10/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
10/10Belmont Middle School
Grades 7, 8 • 0.4 miles9/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
10/10Student Progress Rating
8/10Belmont High School
Grades 9-12 • 0.7 miles10/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
10/10College Readiness Rating
10/10Nearby apartments for rent
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Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of 20 Merrill Ave?
20 Merrill Ave has a walk score of 71, it's very walkable.
What is the transit score of 20 Merrill Ave?
20 Merrill Ave has a transit score of 41, it has some transit.
What schools are assigned to 20 Merrill Ave?
The schools assigned to 20 Merrill Ave include Mary Lee Burbank School, Belmont Middle School, and Belmont High School.
Does 20 Merrill Ave have in-unit laundry?
Yes, 20 Merrill Ave has in-unit laundry for some or all of the units.
What neighborhood is 20 Merrill Ave in?
20 Merrill Ave is in the 02478 neighborhood in Belmont, MA.








