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Somerville, NJ 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 | $2,970 | $2,300 | $4,000 |
Somerville 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,638 | $2,800 | $6,000 |
Somerville 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,999 | $3,999 | $3,999 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Somerville, NJ
Pricing Updated: 04/17/2025Current apartment rentals in the Somerville, NJ area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Somerville Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Downtown Somerville | $4,000 | $1,499 | 117 |
Cheapest Available Somerville Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Somerville, NJ is a Studio unit found at Namotur Apartment Homes in the Downtown Somerville neighborhood priced from $1,710. Dorchester House in the Downtown Somerville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,726. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Somerville apartments for rent:
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 Somerville, NJ and Nearby
As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Somerville area is the $2.45 price per square foot Two Bedroom Interior Townhomes Model at North Branch Walk Luxury Rentals in the starting from $3,995. The second greatest value Somerville apartment is the 39 Gaston Ave Model at 39 Gaston Ave, Unit LeftSide starting at $2,400 with a $1.78 price per square foot . 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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North Branch Walk Luxury Rentals | Two Bedroom Interior Townhomes | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.45 |
39 Gaston Ave, Unit LeftSide | 39 Gaston Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
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 |
Somerville Parc | The Benton | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.57 |
5 Codington St, Unit 2 | 5 Codington St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
Village at Bridgewater | The Maple | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
South Bridge Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.42 |
120 N 4th Ave | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
918 W Camplain Rd, Unit B | 918 W Camplain Rd | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Somerville
What type of rentals are currently available in Somerville?
There are currently 78 Apartments for Rent in Somerville, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,499 to $6,400. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Somerville ranging from $1,750 to $6,000.
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 $1,750 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,129.
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 $2,649 to $4,795, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,800 to $6,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,999 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,000.
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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.

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.

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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.