According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one bedroom in Union Square are hovering around $2,000, very similar to the $2,055 one-bedroom median for Somerville as a whole.
But how does the low-end pricing on a Union Square rental look these days—and what might you get for your money?
We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments to find out what budget-minded apartment seekers can expect to find in the neighborhood, which, according to Walk Score ratings, is very walkable, is a "biker's paradise" and has good transit options.
Read on for the cheapest listings available right now. (Note: prices and availability are subject to change.)
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Prospect Hill
This one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, situated on Prospect Hill, is listed for $1,600/month.
In the unit, expect hardwood flooring, a built-in hutch and laundry hookups. Shared outdoor space is offered as a building amenity. Attention, cat owners: your kitty is permitted here. The listing specifies a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.
(See the complete listing here.)
27 Bolton St., #1
Here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 27 Bolton St., #1, which, at 700 square feet, is going for $1,650/month.
In the unit, the listing promises central heating, hardwood flooring and an eat-in kitchen. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: this spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. Look out for a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.
(See the full listing here.)
66 Highland Ave., #2A
Listed at $1,750/month, this 650-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment is located at 66 Highland Ave., #2A.
The building offers on-site laundry. In the unit, you'll find high ceilings, central heating and hardwood flooring. Hairball alert: cats are welcome. The listing specifies a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.
(Here's the listing.)
255 Medford St., #5
This one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence, situated at 255 Medford St., #5, is listed for $1,795/month.
In the unit, expect air conditioning, hardwood flooring and a walk-in closet. Cats and dogs are not welcome. When it comes to building amenities, expect assigned parking and on-site laundry. Be prepared for a $1795.0 broker's fee.
(See the listing here.)
49 Bow St.
Finally, here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 49 Bow St., which is going for $1,800/month.
In the unit, you'll find high ceilings, central heating, hardwood flooring and a private porch. The building offers on-site laundry. Feline companions are allowed. Expect a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.
(Check out the listing here.)
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