53 Dickson Ave, Arlington, MA 02474
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$4,000/mo

Original price: $4,150
Fees may apply
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,950 sqft

53 Dickson Ave, Arlington, MA 02474

Cost and fees breakdown
Price may not include required fees and charges.

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
4 Parking Spaces
Dishwasher
Washer, Dryer
Oil & Air Conditioning
$4,150 deposit

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

What's unique:Garage parking
Available now and freshly painted! This Arlington single-family home offers garage parking, central A/C, a spacious yard that wraps around the entire house, and an outdoor stone patio perfect for grilling or relaxing in a hammock. The interior has been freshly painted and features 2 full baths, plus a finished basement with a washer and dryer included. Conveniently located near Stratton School and just up the road from Winchester Country Club and Lower Mystic Lake, this home combines comfort, space, and a great location. The garage has outlets let up for an EV charging station to be installed. The living room has large front facing windows that the sunlight pour into in the mornings. Pets are accepted on a case-by-case basis. Reach out now for in person showing.
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(781) 609-3747

Details for 53 Dickson Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: OilAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Oil
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Days on Market

Days on Market: 43 days on Trulia

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1965
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: Term of Rental(12)Deposit: $4,150

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Garden

Agent Information

Listing Agent
MLS/Source ID: 73562967
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Costs and Fees

Required monthly rent & fees (based on 12-month lease)
  • Base rent
    $4,000/mo
Required one-time fees
  • Security deposit
    $4,150
Pricing is subject to change. All calculations are estimates and provided for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may include additional mandatory or optional fees. Please consult the community manager for a complete breakdown of all rental costs.
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Rental Market Trends in Arlington

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$4,091/mo
Average rent
$2.68K
$215MoM
Available listings
186
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What Locals Say about Arlington

At least 282 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 92 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 88 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 87 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 83 % Say parking is easy

  • 78 % Say kids play outside

  • 76 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 71 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 70 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 68 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 64 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 62 % Say it's quiet

  • 58 % Say car is needed

  • 58 % Say there's wildlife

  • 54 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 42 % Say there are community events

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  • Swetag009
    "Perfect for families with kids, great neighborhood, trick n treat, family events, kids park, fun for families!"
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  • Amber M Halt
    "Easy commute, traffic during rush hour but nothing worse than normal boston traffic. Easy access to the train. Lots of trails for commuting via bike or walking. Lots of parks."
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  • Nick Gotch
    "It’s a very family friendly neighborhood in close proximity to both downtown Boston and the surrounding suburbs."
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  • Bonfiglio.lc
    "Great school, safe, welcoming. Many grocery stores, coffee shops and activities for kids. We love living here"
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  • Trulia User
    "Lots of places to walk your dog with plenty of hills for good exercise. Local park has off-leash times for pup to roam (with your supervision of course)"
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived here for three years and wish I didn’t. Crime, broken windshields, stolen bikes. Just like I was living in NYC in the 80’s. "
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  • Ge X.
    "Summer music event has been very well organized every year. A lot of libraries and sing along events for kids. Not to mention tons of playgrounds, parks, trails that are easily accessible to residents."
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  • Rgiulietti61
    "Excellent schools playgrounds close by. very walkable from most parts of town bike path runs through the town. Easy access to the T. Easy commute into Boston. Off major highways. Tons of restaurants from take out to dine in. Farmers market in the center During the warmer months. "
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  • Graham B.
    "Nice safe place to live. Good schools and transport network to the various middle and high schools. High school is about to be rebuilt. "
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  • Nels_frye
    "Arlington center is lovely, historic, convenient and a perfect blend of suburb and city. Just too bad they blocked the red line from coming here. "
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  • Malissa B.
    "I work from home because the commute is a bit of a pain. If I do go into our Back Bay office, it can take upwards of 25 minutes to drive to Alewife station and an addition 40-60 minutes to take the T to Boston."
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  • Younia
    "Pond in downtown area. Lots of walking space. Friendly people. Diverse. Good restaurants. Wildlife. "
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  • Nels_frye
    "There really isn’t a better place in terms of density - not too dense but not completely auto-reliant. Mass transit and distribution of retail throughout neighborhoods could be better so we don’t have to use cars at all. "
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  • Allysonsaunders
    "There are many dog owners frequently walking dogs. We are also a couple of blocks from the mystic river with a beautiful natural walk way that is very popular with dog walkers."
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  • Jennifer_27
    "Very easy. Live on an ultra quiet side street but it’s just minutes from Rte. 2 and 128, and 20 minutes from 93. "
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  • Lakshmiswethadri
    "Public transport is not that great. Bus facility is ok. But the are is good for living. It shld be good if we get train facility from here"
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  • Shawn T.
    "Arlington is a beautiful and quiet suburb that is super super close to a train station that’ll take you straight into Boston. You get that nice quiet suburb feel with easy access to the city"
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  • Shawn T.
    "There are a lot of dog owners in the neighborhood. Although they usually own their house or apartment. Finding an apartment that allows dogs and is affordable is very difficult/almost impossible in all of Boston, and Arlington is no exception."
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  • Sarah B.
    "Easy! I work 15 minutes away by car and hit no major traffic. If i need to get downtown I can walk to Alewife, Davis, or pick up a bus."
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  • Cscott1381
    "Constant presence of dogs, with nearby parks. Numerous amenities for dogs in the area and generally welcomed inmost places"
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  • Jrcallinan
    "I have owned dogs in this neighborhood for the last 15 years and love the fact that there are parks to run off leash and many other dog owners. "
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  • Meagon B.
    "Very accessible to public transport and the expressway. Morning traffic can get busy after 7:15am. Buses run late often"
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  • Dbuiiock50913
    "I've lived in the area for 3 years. Neighbors are friendly, playground and splash pad are good for the kids, close by the commuter rail and 5m walk to nearest buses going to Arlington Center, Cambridge, or Alewife. "
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  • Joy M.
    "I’m visiting a clients home and this is my first time in Arlington. I love it, it seems like a really nice town and a good place to live if you want to start a family or are a in college or are just living by urself"
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  • Jordan
    "Arlington is a really beautiful town that is huge and obnoxiously overpriced. Traffic from Arlington to Boston is ridiculous and in general the town is pretty boring."
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  • Lou.villirilli
    "Very safe, lots of parks, schools, etc. Very family friendly. Low crime rate, very few bars/liquor stores. Overall it’s a veddy nice. "
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  • Michelle R.
    "My commute is very easy as I work in this town as well that being said there is public transportation to get you anywhere you need"
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  • Cassie H.
    "Lots of dog owners live here, and there are many well-kept paths and walkways and parks to enjoy, including an enclosed dog park. People generally pick up after their dogs and respect the lease laws."
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  • Josh
    "Bicycle to Woburn. Backroads most of the way. Traffic is not too bad. There can be some glass on the roads, so watch out for that. "
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  • Cfmoran
    "We have community events, porchfest was the last one ... everybody gets along and the neighborhood is special "
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  • Empaloalto
    "I have lived here for 14 years, with and without kids. Super family friendly neighborhood, nice walking distance to all the important things. Very safe and comfortable."
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  • Nels
    "Best possible place for dog owners and dog enthusiasts. Beautiful. And lots of great dogs to observe "
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  • Jordan
    "Limited off leash hours and happy to ticket. Though there are plenty of dog owners, people are pretty anti dog in general in Arlington. "
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  • Maureen L.
    "Great neighborhood! We love our neighbors who have become family! We are close to everything - easy commute into Boston with all the charm of the suburbs. "
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  • T. M. H.
    "Porch fest and town day are eventful. A lot of vendors/musicians around. It’s pretty busy at those times but also very diverse climate. "
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  • Sarah B.
    "Local shop events, 5ks for local charities, many hip shops and restaurants, the Capitol Theater makes for great date night. Arlington day and porch fest!"
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  • Justinharpin
    "Beer garden on the weekend and farmers market one day a week. There’s always something going on! There’s a community garden as well "
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 22, 2026
Source: MLS PIN #73562967
PriceChange
$4,000
Price decreased by 4%
Aug 13, 2026
Source: MLS PIN #73562967
Listed For Rent
$4,150
Aug 12, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$4,400
Jun 17, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$4,400
May 29, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$4,400
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Adam Shoulkin
Phone Number: 781-609-3747

Frequently asked questions about 53 Dickson Ave

  • What income do you need to rent 53 Dickson Ave?
    Most landlords look for monthly gross income of about 3× rent, or roughly $145K per year to rent 53 Dickson Ave in Arlington, MA at $4,000/mo.
  • How does the rent for 53 Dickson Ave compare to similar 3-bedroom houses in Arlington?
    53 Dickson Ave in Arlington, MA rents about 3% below the area average for 3-bedroom houses in Arlington ($4,133/mo).
  • What are the closest schools to 53 Dickson Ave?
    The closest schools to 53 Dickson Ave in Arlington, MA are Arlington High School (rated 10/10), Gibbs School (Elementary/Middle, rated 9/10), M. Norcross Stratton Elementary School (rated 8/10).
  • What do residents say about Arlington?
    Residents describe Arlington, MA as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See apartments for rent in Arlington, MA.
  • Does 53 Dickson Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 53 Dickson Ave in Arlington, MA has in-unit laundry.

Affordability

TIP:Try to keep your rent within a third of your gross household income. Learn why in our Renter's Guide.
For this property
$144,000 PER YEAR
is the suggested income
Win over prospective landlords with your smart budgeting. As a good rule of thumb, ideally you would have at least three times your monthly rent in combined household income.

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53 Dickson Ave, Arlington, MA is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,950 sqft single-family home built in 1965. 53 Dickson Ave was listed for rent for $4,000/month on Aug 13, 2026.