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19 Harrison St

29 Alston St

2 Sherman St, C

2 Sherman St, A

36 Newcastle Rd

106 Beacon St

67 Milton St, Unit 2

431-439-439 Broadway

26 Charnwood Rd
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100 Flint St

88 Glen St

28 Charnwood Rd

15 Governor Winthrop Rd

59 Glenwood Rd

28 Charnwood Rd

39 Adrian St

30 Wadsworth St

11 Governor Winthrop Rd

26 Charnwood Rd

17 Berkshire St

29 Alston St

2 Sherman St

100 Flint St

6 7th St

2 Sherman St

21 Rossmore St

29 Craigie St

6 Haskell St

166 Auburn St

29 Craigie St

34 Coolidge Rd

17 Kenneson Rd

21 Rossmore St

258 Prospect St

53 Hopedale St

89 Newton St

36 N Bennet

11 Keswick St

53 Sycamore St

155 Prospect St

19 Berkshire St

155 Prospect St

6 7th St

21 Easton St

19 Putnam Ave

94 Spring St

19 Putnam Ave

83 Winter St

903 Beacon St
Somerville, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Somerville?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Somerville 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,791 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
Somerville 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,623 | $925 | $10,000+ |
Somerville 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,617 | $875 | $10,000+ |
Somerville 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,352 | $975 | $10,000+ |
Somerville 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,566 | $875 | $10,000+ |
Somerville 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,758 | $950 | $9,975 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Somerville, MA
Pricing Updated: 03/25/2025Current apartment rentals in the Somerville, MA area range in price from $950 to $13,915 with an overall median price of $6,917. The three Somerville neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Assembly Square at $1,750, Foss Park at $950, and Conway Park at $1,202. Here is today’s list of the top 7 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Somerville Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Assembly Square | $4,650 | $1,750 | 22435 |
Foss Park | $5,750 | $950 | 21142 |
Conway Park | $6,900 | $1,202 | 18540 |
Lincoln Park | $6,900 | $995 | 24356 |
Powder House Square | $8,050 | $995 | 34931 |
Union Square | $8,050 | $2,005 | 19732 |
Powder House | $8,125 | $1,202 | 10400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Somerville, MA
As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Somerville area is the $0.18 price per square foot 456 Salem St Model at 456 Salem St, Unit 6 in the in the Ferryway neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Somerville apartment is the 146 Allston St Model at 146 Allston St, Unit 3 starting at $1,800 with a $0.18 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Somerville apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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456 Salem St, Unit 6 | 456 Salem St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
146 Allston St, Unit 3 | 146 Allston St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
450 Salem St, Unit 7 | 450 Salem St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
31 Seattle St, Unit B | 31 Seattle St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
146 Allston St, Unit 3 | 146 Allston St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
146 Allston St, Unit 3 | 146 Allston St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
146 Allston St, Unit 3 | 146 Allston St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
96 Winthrop St, Unit 1 | 96 Winthrop St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
146 Allston St, Unit 3 | 146 Allston St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
146 Allston St, Unit 3 | 146 Allston St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Somerville
What type of rentals are currently available in Somerville?
There are currently 12655 Apartments for Rent in Somerville, MA with pricing that ranges from $950 to $27,208. There are also 5747 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Somerville ranging from $875 to $22,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Somerville?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Somerville ranges from $875 to $22,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,702.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Somerville?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Somerville range from $1,075 to $27,208, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $925 to $22,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $875 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $950.
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
Written by: Amelia Ramstead
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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.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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.