Available January 1, 2026
Light-filled and spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment (~1,000 sq. ft.) on the first floor of a classic Somerville triple-decker. Ideally located on charming Willow Ave between Porter Square and Davis Square just a 10-minute walk to the Red Line, Porter commuter rail, and countless restaurants, cafes, and shops. With a 97 Walk Score, 80 Transit Score, and 96 Bike Score, this home offers the best of city living with a neighborhood feel.
Apartment Features
First-floor unit in a classic 3-family home
2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms
~1,000 sq. ft. with hardwood floors throughout
Bay windows & abundant natural light in dining + living rooms
Updated kitchen: gas stove, dishwasher, garbage disposal
Central AC
Free laundry in basement
Dedicated storage space
Back patio & small fenced-in yard
1 off-street parking space included (plus permitted street parking available)
Utilities
Water/sewer included
Tenant responsible for heat, electricity, and internet
Lease
Lease term: Jan 1 Aug 31, 2026
Option to renew
This apartment combines modern conveniences with classic charm in one of Somerville's most desirable neighborhoods.
Lease term: Jan 1 Aug 31, 2026 with option to renew for Sept 1, 2026 - Sept 1, 2027.
*This is a lease takeover, hence why there is a Jan 1 start date initially.
*No broker fee!
Rent: $3,850/month
Pets allowed: $50/month per pet (dogs 50 lbs max, no bully breeds per landlord policy)
Off-street Parking: $120/month
No broker fee!
First, last, and security deposit required
Application required, including all the usual information (e.g., credit check, income verification, references)
Utilities:
Water/sewer included
Tenant responsible for heat, electricity, and internet
Apartment for rent
Accepts Zillow applications
$3,850/mo
26 Willow Ave #1, Somerville, MA 02144
2beds
1,000sqft
This listing now includes required monthly fees in the total price. Learn more
Apartment
Available Thu Jan 1 2026
Cats, dogs OK
Central air
Shared laundry
Driveway parking
Forced air
What's special
Central acBack patioUpdated kitchenFree laundry in basementGarbage disposalGas stoveBay windows
- 6 days
- on Zillow |
- -- |
- -- |
Travel times
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Shared
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Has basement: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,000 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Street
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Bicycle storage, Electricity not included in rent, Heating not included in rent, Heating system: Forced Air, Internet not included in rent, Lawn, Outdoor Space, Pet Friendly, Sewage included in rent, Water included in rent
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Sewage, Water
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Somerville
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Sublet/Temporary
Price history
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
10/2/2025 | Price change | $3,850-3%$4/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
9/27/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,970+16.8%$4/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
6/5/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
6/2/2023 | Listed for rent | $3,400$3/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
3/30/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||