
Cheap Homes for Rent in East Somerville Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $2,400 (36 Rentals)
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39 Cross St

39 Cross St
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39 Cross St, Unit 1

39 Cross St

39 Cross St

39 Cross St

29 Minnesota Ave, Unit 2

17 Edmands St

102 Cross St

39 Cross St, Unit 1

108 Cambridge St, Unit 323

3 Everett Ave
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3 Everett Ave

3 Everett Ave

3 Everett Ave, Unit 1

39 Cross St

39 Cross St

44 Florence St, Unit 1

25 MacArthur St

25 Macarthur St, Unit #1R

25 MacArthur St, Unit 1R

15 MacArthur St, Unit 1

25 MacArthur St

12 Mount Pleasant St, Unit 1

7 Garfield Ave, Unit 2

164 Broadway, Unit 164-2A

60 Cross St E

61 Tufts St, Unit 2
East Somerville, Somerville, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in East Somerville?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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East Somerville 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,590 | $2,500 | $4,995 |
East Somerville 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,762 | $2,650 | $5,400 |
East Somerville 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,892 | $4,000 | $5,995 |
East Somerville 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,990 | $4,000 | $5,750 |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Somerville Neighborhood of Somerville, MA.
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Cheapest Available East Somerville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Somerville area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at Anthem Everett priced from $2,195. Jade has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,295. Here are the most affordable East Somerville apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Anthem Everett | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
Jade | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,295 |
Maxwell | S4.1.H | Studio,1BA | $2,295 |
Mason | S10.1 | Studio,1BA | $2,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Somerville, MA
As of April 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Somerville area is the $0.25 price per square foot 39 Cross St Model at 39 Cross St, Unit 1 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value East Somerville apartment is the 2 Otis St Model at 2 Otis St, Unit 1 starting at $2,500 with a $0.25 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Somerville apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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39 Cross St, Unit 1 | 39 Cross St | Studio ,1BA | $0.25 |
2 Otis St, Unit 1 | 2 Otis St | 1BR,1BA | $0.25 |
114 Perkins St, Unit 10 | 114 Perkins St | Studio ,1BA | $0.18 |
39 Cross St, Unit 1 | 39 Cross St | Studio ,1BA | $0.27 |
148 Broadway, Unit #164-2A | 148 Broadway | 1BR,1BA | $0.30 |
112 Perkins St, Unit 10 | 112 Perkins St | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
39 Cross St, Unit 1 | 39 Cross St | Studio ,1BA | $0.27 |
164 Broadway, Unit 164-2A | 164 Broadway | 2BR,1BA | $0.30 |
56 Broadway, Unit #1 | 56 Broadway | 2BR,1BA | $0.25 |
25 MacArthur St, Unit 1R | 25 MacArthur St | 1BR,1BA | $0.28 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about East Somerville
What type of rentals are currently available in East Somerville?
There are currently 433 Apartments for Rent in East Somerville, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,025 to $10,005. There are also 145 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Somerville ranging from $2,450 to $5,995.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Somerville?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Somerville ranges from $2,450 to $5,995 with an average monthly rent of $3,758.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Somerville?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Somerville range from $1,300 to $10,005, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,650 to $5,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,075.
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