Lovely one-bedroom in an owner-occupied Union Square triple-decker the landlords live on the second floor and keep the building well cared for, so you can count on responsive, hands-on management and a communal, respectful building culture.
This ~1,179 sq ft apartment features two separate living spaces, a beautifully renovated bathroom, and your own private deck. Hardwood floors run throughout, and the updated kitchen comes equipped with a dishwasher. Enjoy shared yard access and basement laundry.
Ideally positioned for commuters and students alike easy access to Tufts, Harvard, and MIT, with I-93 just minutes away for drivers. Unbeatable walkability too: 10 min to the MBTA Green Line, Market Basket and other grocery stores, just 2 minutes to Union Square's bars and restaurants.
Parking is on-street with a Somerville resident permit spaces are plentiful on this street. Utilities (heat, hot water, gas, electric) are not included. Trash and recycling pickup included at no extra cost. Renters insurance required. First month, last month, and security deposit due at move-in. Applicants should have a credit score of 650+ and verifiable income of at least 2.5x the monthly rent; background and income verification required.
12-month lease. No smoking. Pets welcome $60/month pet fee for dogs, $30/month for cats. Tenant is responsible for day-to-day upkeep of the unit keeping it clean, reporting maintenance issues promptly, and handling minor items like lightbulbs and air filters; landlord handles major repairs and building systems.
Apartment for rent
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$3,200/mo
9 Sanborn Ave, APT 1, Somerville, MA 02143
1beds
1,179sqft
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Apartment
Available Tue Sep 1 2026
Cats, small dogs OK
Shared laundry
Forced air
What's special
Private deckUpdated kitchenHardwood floors run throughoutTwo separate living spacesBeautifully renovated bathroomShared yard access
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Freezer, Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Shared
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,179 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Somerville
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/6/2026 | Listed for rent | $3,200$3/sqft |
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Neighborhood: Union Square
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Albert F. Argenziano School At Lincoln ParkGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10Somerville High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
- NACapuano Early Childhood CenterGrades: PK-KDistance: 0.5 mi
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