Pleasant & Quiet 2-BR Apartment in East Arlington Owner-Occupied Rent: $2,800 / month Available December 1, 2026 Located on a quiet, tree-lined residential street Enjoy bright and peaceful living space in a nice, well maintained two-family home. This unit offers a comfortable layout with plenty of natural light, pristine hardwood floors. Perfect for anyone seeking a serene and restful living environment with an eat-in kitchen, dining room, living room, den and a private, furnished three-season porch perfect for your morning coffee or just relaxing. Walking distance to local parks, public transit options and Arlington Center. Off-street parking includes dedicated tandem parking spaces for two normal size vehicles in addition to the landlord's vehicle. Tenants are responsible for snow removal around their own vehicle. On-site washer and dryer located in the basement designated for the tenant. Water included in the monthly rent. Tenant is responsible for electricity and heating oil costs and shall establish an account with the landlord's current heating oil company. First month's rent and a security deposit equal to one month's rent ($2,800). No broker fees or application fees. Quiet hours observed from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM. 100% Smoke-Free: The entire property indoor and outdoor areas is strictly smoke and vape free. Please note there is no yard access included with this rental. A strict no-pets policy preferred. Interested tenants are asked to provide proof of stable income. The owner will be scheduling tours. Please reply with your target move-in date and a brief introduction to arrange a viewing at ArlingtonRentalMgmt@outlook.com
East Arlington, located between Alewife Brook Reservation and Arlington Center, is a walkable and historic Arlington neighborhood with a river-edge greenway and a compact village main street. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Massachusetts Avenue at Lake Street, where indie cafes, bakeries, and small storefronts keep the sidewalks busy. Local pillars include Capitol Theatre & Lounge, Kickstand Cafe, and Menotomy Grill & Tavern. Housing leans toward classic New England two-families and porch-fronted Victorians, with pockets of mid-century apartments near the Cambridge line. The Minuteman Bikeway threads through, linking daily errands to longer rides. Spy Pond and the Alewife Brook paths add water views and a quieter counterpoint to Mass Ave.
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 98° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
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58% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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53 Exeter St is located in Arlington, the 02474 zipcode, and the Arlington Public Schools.