Cheap Homes for Rent in Davis Square Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $1,900 (15 Rentals)

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Davis Square, Somerville, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Davis Square Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Davis Square area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at The Princeton priced from $2,050. Chester Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here are the most affordable Davis Square apartments for rent in Boston, MA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Princeton333 Broadway - 14Studio,1BA$2,050
Chester Street ApartmentsStudio 380sf 0 Bed 1 BathStudio,1BA$2,200
Davis BuildingStudio +Studio,1BA$2,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Davis Square, MA

As of March 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Davis Square area is the $0.25 price per square foot 35 Davis Sq Model at 35 Davis Sq, Unit 10 in the in the Harvard Square neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Davis Square apartment is the 5 Blake St Model at 5 Blake St, Unit 1 starting at $2,600 with a $0.26 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Davis Square apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
35 Davis Sq, Unit 1035 Davis Sq1BR,1BA$0.25
5 Blake St, Unit 15 Blake StStudio ,1BA$0.26
42 Rindge Ave, Unit C42 Rindge AveStudio ,1BA$0.24
116 College Ave, Unit #119 - 46116 College AveStudio ,1BA$0.23
16 Chester St, Unit 3216 Chester StStudio ,1BA$0.22
85 College Ave, Unit 285 College Ave1BR,1BA$0.26
85 College Ave, Unit 2B85 College Ave1BR,1BA$0.26
85 College Ave, Unit #2B85 College Ave1BR,1BA$0.25
85 College Ave, Unit #2B85 College Ave1BR,1BA$0.25
15 Blake St, Unit #815 Blake StStudio ,1BA$0.24

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Frequently Asked Questions about Davis Square

What type of rentals are currently available in Davis Square?

There are currently 693 Apartments for Rent in Davis Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $2,050 to $7,200. There are also 236 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Davis Square ranging from $1,900 to $8,300.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Davis Square?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Davis Square ranges from $1,900 to $8,300 with an average monthly rent of $4,534.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Davis Square?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Davis Square range from $3,000 to $5,125, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,200 to $5,025. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,500.

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