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    $5,200/mo

    53 Franklin St, Somerville, MA 02145

    4beds
    1,914sqft

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    Single family residence
    Available Tue Sep 1 2026
    Cats, dogs OK
    Central air
    In unit laundry
    Forced air
    Contact manager for more details about this home.

    What's special

    Central ac and heatIn-unit laundryPrivate outdoor spaceHardwood floors throughoutFully fenced private backyard
    Rare opportunity to rent a single-family home in East Somerville offering exceptional space, privacy, and convenience at a that's hard to find in today's market. This charming cottage features central AC and heat, hardwood floors throughout, in-unit laundry, and a fully fenced private backyard with a deck/patio perfect for entertaining or enjoying your own outdoor retreat. The location is unbeatable: just a 2-minute walk to the Green Line and a 10-minute walk to the Orange Line, with quick and easy access to Union Square, Assembly Row, and Cambridge by bike, bus, or train. The home offers 3 bedrooms (2 generous sized and one small) and 2.5 bathrooms, plus a finished lower-level in-law suite with a separate entrance and approximately 652 square feet of additional living space ideal for guests (or 4th bedroom), a home office, or extra flexibility. With private outdoor space and plenty of street parking, this home delivers a combination of features that rarely come together at this price point. Homes like this don't come around often. Tenants pay all utilities. Pets allowed for additional fee. Available 9/1/26. First month, last month, and security deposit due at lease signing. 12 or 24 month lease options
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Features
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,914 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Exterior features: Heating system: Forced Air, No Utilities included in rent
    Details
    • Parcel number: SOMEM104BBL13

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Somerville

    Financial & listing details

    • Lease term: 1 Year

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    5/1/2026Listed for rent$5,200+8.3%$3/sqft
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    7/6/2024Listing removed--
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    6/24/2024Listed for rent$4,800+6.7%$3/sqft
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    10/24/2022Listing removed--
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    6/21/2022Listed for rent$4,500+21.6%$2/sqft
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    6/3/2022Listing removed--
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    10/18/2021Sold$712,500-2.3%$372/sqft
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    10/11/2021Listing removed--
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    9/20/2021Listed for rent$3,700$2/sqft
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    9/10/2021Pending sale$729,000$381/sqft
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    8/31/2021Price change$729,000-4%$381/sqft
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    8/12/2021Listed for sale$759,000$397/sqft
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    8/7/2021Listing removed$759,000$397/sqft
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    8/1/2021Price change$759,000-1.3%$397/sqft
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    7/29/2021Price change$769,000-0.8%$402/sqft
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    7/23/2021Price change$775,000-0.5%$405/sqft
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    7/13/2021Listed for sale$779,000$407/sqft
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    6/30/2021Contingent$779,000$407/sqft
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    6/18/2021Listed for sale$779,000+125.7%$407/sqft
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    11/30/2004Sold$345,200+263.4%$180/sqft
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    2/7/1996Sold$95,000+120.9%$50/sqft
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    3/15/1995Sold$43,000$22/sqft
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    Neighborhood: East Somerville

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