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The Charlestown
Boston's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
Learn about Boston and the best places to live around the area with original content written by our Boston, MA Local Expert Amelia Ramstead
Somerville, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Somerville?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Somerville Studio Apartments | $2,805 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
Somerville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,308 | $1,280 | $10,000+ |
Somerville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,852 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
Somerville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,430 | $1,075 | $10,000+ |
Somerville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,059 | $950 | $10,000+ |
Somerville 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,035 | $995 | $10,000+ |
Somerville 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,735 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
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Getting Around Somerville, MA
Walk Score®
93 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
91 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
68 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Somerville Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Somerville?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Somerville is under $1,700.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Somerville?
The cheapest apartment in Somerville is The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+ which is listed at $1,700, while the average apartment in Somerville costs $6,900.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Somerville?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 52,671 regular apartments in Somerville that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Somerville?
Cheap apartments in Somerville have an average cost of $769 which is $6,131 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Somerville.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA
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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.