$2,775/month | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | Top Floor**
Available Sept 1, 2026!
Bright and spacious top-floor 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment in a well-maintained building, ideally located for easy commuting and vibrant neighborhood living. This home features beautiful hardwood floors throughout and an abundance of natural light, offering both comfort and convenience in one of Somerville's most accessible locations.
** FOR RENT BY LANDLORD | NO BROKER FEE **
**UTILITIES**
**Included in Rent
Heat, hot water, water, and garbage
**Tenant pays Electricity **
**Features
Hardwood floors throughout
Laundry in building (coin-op, basement)
Street parking by permit
Professionally managed building with a responsive landlord
Enjoy an unbeatable commuter location just a **0.3-mile walk** to Sullivan Square MBTA, with quick access to I-93. Less than a mile to Assembly Row, where you'll find shopping, dining, and entertainment.
Apartment is on a quiet residential street close to everything. Right around the corner, explore a lively mix of local favorites including taquerias and restaurants along Broadway. Conveniently located near major supermarkets such as Market Basket, Trader Joe's, and Stop & Shop. A ChargePoint EV charging station is also just steps away.
This apartment offers an exceptional value with **heat and hot water included** a rare find in such a prime location.
**No pets. No smoking.**
**Move-in costs
First month's rent & one-month security deposit.
SHOWINGS BEGIN JULY 19th!
One year lease. Landlord pays heat, hot water, water, trash, snow removal. Tenant responsible for electricity. Move in costs are first months rent and security deposit.
81 Perkins St
Somerville, MA 02145
Apartment building
Studio-2 beds
Available units
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What's special
Street parking by permitQuiet residential streetAbundance of natural lightBeautiful hardwood floors throughout
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Appliances
- Oven
- Refrigerator
Flooring
- Hardwood
Neighborhood: East Somerville
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Walk, Transit & Bike Scores
Walk Score®
/ 100
Very WalkableTransit Score®
/ 100
Excellent TransitBike Score®
/ 100
Biker's ParadiseNearby schools in Somerville
GreatSchools rating
- NACapuano Early Childhood CenterGrades: PK, KDistance: 0.5 mi
- 4/10East Somerville Community SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10Somerville High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
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Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of 81 Perkins St?
81 Perkins St has a walk score of 88, it's very walkable.
What is the transit score of 81 Perkins St?
81 Perkins St has a transit score of 84, it has excellent transit.
What schools are assigned to 81 Perkins St?
The schools assigned to 81 Perkins St include Capuano Early Childhood Center, East Somerville Community School, and Somerville High School.
What neighborhood is 81 Perkins St in?
81 Perkins St is in the East Somerville neighborhood in Somerville, MA.








