Overview of Mt. Pleasant Apartments

Ideally set in the thriving neighborhood of Somerville, MA, Mt. Pleasant Apartments is an astounding 62+ community that offers independent living. 42 cozy one-bedrooms and 23 spacious two-bedrooms are provided, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. Income qualifications and rent restrictions are utilized to ease financial burdens.

With fun gathering spaces and leisure opportunities, residents will not run out of things to do for socialization and recreation. A variety of delightful restaurants and shops are also available nearby, providing residents with delightful dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Here, residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience, accompanied by the community’s warm and inviting environment.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 89 / 100 Rank #53 / 498Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 53rd out of 498 homes in Massachusetts for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Massachusetts facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Massachusetts that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Safety & Compliance

Safety Features24-hour emergency maintenance

Additional Policies & Features

Admission CriteriaIncome qualifications and rent restrictions may apply.
Minimum Age62+

Amenities & Lifestyle

Spa
Café
Transportation
Laundry
Touring HoursMonday 08:30-16:30; Tuesday 08:30-16:30; Wednesday 00:00-00:00; Thursday 08:30-16:30; Friday 08:30-16:30; Saturday 00:00-00:00; Sunday 00:00-00:00

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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Address 1.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Somerville's city center to Mt. Pleasant Apartments's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the MA Executive Office of Elder Affairs, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

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Woburn (Rehabilitation Way)
107
Facility 107
MA AVG 94
Rank #86 / 276
Yes24
50
Facility 50
MA AVG 53
Rank #259 / 498
Traditional (83), Special Care (24)
30
Facility 30
MA AVG 22
Rank #15 / 181
ANoNo
Mt. Pleasant Apartments
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Somerville (East Somerville)-No-
89
Facility 89
MA AVG 53
Rank #53 / 498
1 Bed / 2 Bed--No-
Harry S. Truman Apartments
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Cambridge (East Cambridge)-No-
97
Facility 97
MA AVG 53
Rank #6 / 498
1 Bed--No-
The Heritage Apartments
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Malden (Malden Gaming District)-Yes-
98
Facility 98
MA AVG 53
Rank #2 / 498
Studio / 1 Bed--No-
Cabot Park Village
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Newtonville-Yes-
71
Facility 71
MA AVG 53
Rank #165 / 498
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #27 / 181
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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Massachusetts

Mt. Pleasant Apartments is located in Somerville, Massachusetts.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Massachusetts.

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Home Care Program

MassHealth Home Care

Age 60+
General Massachusetts resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,500/month individual, varies by region
Asset Limits $2,000 individual, excludes home, car
MA

Coordinated through Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs); high demand in urban areas.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/day) Homemaker services Respite care (up to 14 days/year) Adult day care (~$75/day)

Frail Elder Waiver

Massachusetts Medicaid FE Waiver

Age 65+
General Massachusetts resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
MA

Requires clinical eligibility determination.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$75/day) Home health services

Senior Care Options (SCO)

Massachusetts Senior Care Options

Age 65+
General Massachusetts resident, eligible for MassHealth (Medicare optional), nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT allowed.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home up to $713,000, car).
MA

Not available in Dukes/Nantucket Counties; multiple SCO providers (e.g., CCA, Tufts).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Respite (240 hours/year) Adult

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Massachusetts Medicare Savings Program (MassHealth Buy-In)

Age 65+ or disabled
General Massachusetts resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
MA

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Massachusetts NFCSP Respite Care

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Massachusetts resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
MA

27 ASAPs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Caregiver training Supplies (~$500/year)

Prescription Advantage

Massachusetts Prescription Advantage

Age 65+ or disabled
General Massachusetts resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D (or ineligible for Medicare).
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; copays vary by income ~$24,980-$75,000/year individual
Asset Limits Not assessed.
MA

Supplements Medicare Part D; no enrollment fee for low-income.

Benefits
Covers prescription copays ($5-$40/drug) Fills coverage gaps Catastrophic cost protection ($4,000+ covered)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Massachusetts VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Massachusetts resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
MA

High veteran demand statewide.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about Mt. Pleasant Apartments

What neighborhood is Mt. Pleasant Apartments in?

Mt. Pleasant Apartments is in the East Somerville neighborhood.

Is Mt. Pleasant Apartments in a walkable area?

Mt. Pleasant Apartments has a walk score of 89. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Does Mt. Pleasant Apartments have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Mt. Pleasant Apartments on this page.

Are pets allowed at Mt. Pleasant Apartments?

No, Mt. Pleasant Apartments has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of Mt. Pleasant Apartments?

Yes — there are 6 photos of Mt. Pleasant Apartments in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Mt. Pleasant Apartments?

Mt. Pleasant Apartments is located at 70 Perkins St, Somerville, MA 02145.

What is the phone number of Mt. Pleasant Apartments?

(617) 684-5504 will put you in contact with the team at Mt. Pleasant Apartments.

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