$2,791 - $4,394
- Studio+
- 1+ ba
- 506+ sqft
Fuse Cambridge
For rent
85 Boston Ave
Somerville, MA 02144
Apartment building
2-3 beds
Available units
To contact, request a tour, or apply, select a unit below. Each unit has its own contact details.
Price may not include required fees and charges.
 Unit 1 2 bd, 1 ba | 1,000 | Now | Fees may apply $3,000 |
 Unit 2 3 bd, 1 ba | 1,000 | Now | Fees may apply $3,400 |
What's special
Comfortable eat-in kitchenClassic hardwood floorsHardwood flooring throughoutNewly built back porchWell-appointed layout
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Range
- Refrigerator
Neighborhood: Ball Square
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Getting around
Walk Score®
 / 100
Very WalkableTransit Score®
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Excellent TransitBike Score®
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Biker's ParadiseNearby schools in Somerville
Benjamin G. Brown School
Grades K-5 • 0.3 miles8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
9/10Student Progress Rating
7/10John F. Kennedy Elementary School
Grades PK-8 • 0.7 miles8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
9/10Student Progress Rating
7/10Somerville High School
Grades 9-12 • 1.1 miles6/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
6/10College Readiness Rating
6/10Living in Somerville
Ball Square sits in northern Somerville near the Medford line, with a compact commercial center around the intersection of Broadway and Boston Avenue. Its four-season New England climate brings snowy winters and warm summers, while nearby streets mix older homes with restaurants, cafés, and everyday shops. The Green Line’s Ball Square station provides rail access toward downtown Boston, and local buses, sidewalks, and bike routes offer other ways to get around. Dining ranges from casual takeout to sit-down meals, with coffee shops and bakeries adding to the neighborhood’s street-corner feel. Tufts Park and the Somerville Community Path offer outdoor space nearby; the path is useful for walking and cycling, and local playgrounds provide places to play. Ball Square’s median rent is $5,300 per month, with a typical range of $1,290 to $9,100, based on 94 active listings.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is 85 Boston Ave located, and what is the neighborhood like?
85 Boston Ave is located at 85 Boston Ave in Ball Square, Somerville, MA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as 3 Little Figs, Tenoch, and Arts at the Armory.
What hospitals and medical facilities are near 85 Boston Ave?
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 85 Boston Ave include Somerville Hospital (0.5 miles away), Somerville Hospital Emergency Room (0.5 miles away), and Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates (0.7 miles away).
What schools are assigned to 85 Boston Ave?
The schools assigned to 85 Boston Ave include Benjamin G. Brown School, John F. Kennedy Elementary School, and Somerville High School.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 85 Boston Ave?
85 Boston Ave is located near 5 grocery stores, including Davis Square Farmers' Market (0.7 miles) and Pemberton Farms Marketplace (0.9 miles). Additional shopping options, including Comicazi, are approximately 0.6 miles away.
What colleges and universities are near 85 Boston Ave?
85 Boston Ave is located within 0.8 miles of Cambridge School of Culinary Arts, 0.9 miles of Lunder Arts Center Lesley University College of Art and Design, and 0.9 miles of Tufts University.
