Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Somerville Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $1,800 (38 Rentals)

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West Somerville, Somerville, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Somerville, MA

As of March 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Somerville area is the $0.22 price per square foot 1270 Broadway Model at 1270 Broadway, Unit 3 in the in the Strawberry Hill neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value West Somerville apartment is the 217 Holland St Model at 217 Holland St, Unit 1B starting at $2,725 with a $0.27 price per square foot in the Strawberry Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Somerville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1270 Broadway, Unit 31270 Broadway1BR,1BA$0.22
217 Holland St, Unit 1B217 Holland St1BR,1BA$0.27
75 Capen St, Unit 175 Capen St2BR,1BA$0.28
79 Capen St, Unit 179 Capen St2BR,1BA$0.27
77 Fairfax St, Unit B77 Fairfax StStudio ,1BA$0.20
34 Woods Ave, Unit 234 Woods Ave2BR,1BA$0.28
101 Boston Ave, Unit 1101 Boston Ave2BR,1BA$0.26
101 Boston Ave, Unit 1101 Boston Ave2BR,1BA$0.26
95 W Adams St, Unit 195 W Adams St2BR,1BA$0.25
101 Boston Ave, Unit 1101 Boston Ave2BR,1BA$0.26

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Somerville, Somerville, MA

Ranked #15

Among neighborhoods in Somerville, MA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the West Somerville Neighborhood in Somerville, MA

Walk Score®

87 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

89 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

59 / 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 West Somerville Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Somerville?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Somerville is at listed at $2,000.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Somerville Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Somerville Apartment is $2,000 at .

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Somerville Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Somerville is starting from $2,350 at .

What is the most affordable West Somerville Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap West Somerville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at and starts from $2,800.

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