Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Somerville Neighborhood of Somerville, NJ from $1,400 (9 Rentals)
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The Cobalt

South Bridge Gardens

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Downtown Somerville, Somerville, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Somerville?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Somerville Studio Apartments | $2,121 | $1,710 | $2,395 |
Downtown Somerville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,577 | $1,475 | $5,324 |
Downtown Somerville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,136 | $1,711 | $6,400 |
Downtown Somerville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,114 | $3,965 | $4,500 |
Downtown Somerville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,000 | $4,000 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Somerville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Somerville area of Somerville, NJ is a Studio unit found at Namotur Apartment Homes priced from $1,710. Dorchester House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,726. Here are the most affordable Downtown Somerville apartments for rent in Somerville, NJ:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Namotur Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,710 |
Dorchester House | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,726 |
The Cobalt | S-1 | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Somerville, NJ
As of April 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Somerville area is the $2.18 price per square foot $2.20/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom with Den Model at Stone Bridge at Raritan in the in the Downtown Somerville neighborhood starting from $2,865. The second greatest value Downtown Somerville apartment is the 2br 1.5ba Model at Bridgewater Oaks starting at $2,700 with a $2.35 price per square foot in the Downtown Somerville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Somerville apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Stone Bridge at Raritan | $2.20/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom with Den | 2BR,2BA | $2.18 |
Bridgewater Oaks | 2br 1.5ba | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.35 |
SOMA | Residence D.4 | 2BR,2BA | $2.70 |
Brookhaven Lofts | 1 Bedroom w/ Powder Room | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.38 |
Somerville Parc | The Benton | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.57 |
5 Codington St, Unit 2 | 5 Codington St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
South Bridge Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.42 |
The Warehouse | 2bedroom 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.79 |
Bridgewater Court | B2bridge | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
The Davenport | Unit A-2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
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Getting Around the Downtown Somerville Neighborhood in Somerville, NJ
Walk Score®
79 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
60 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Somerville Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Somerville?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Somerville is at Namotur Apartment Homes listed at $1,710.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Somerville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Somerville Apartment is $1,726 at Dorchester House.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Somerville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Somerville is starting from $2,300 at South Bridge Gardens.
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