Cheap Apartments for Rent in Somerville, MA from $700 (119 Rentals)

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95A Beacon St
$1,900
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$1,900
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$1,900
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95A Beacon St

95A Beacon StSomerville, MA 02143
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property at 53 Hinckley St

53 Hinckley St

SomervilleMA02145
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16 Nashua St
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

16 Nashua St

16 Nashua StSomerville, MA 02145
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Kent Street Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kent Street Apartments

32 Kent StSomerville, MA 02143
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4A-6 Pleasant Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

4A-6 Pleasant Ave

4A-6 Pleasant AveSomerville, MA 02143
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167 Main ST, Unit 2-2
$1,050
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$1,050
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$1,050
4 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

167 Main ST, Unit 2-2

167 Main STMalden, MA 02148
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81 Morton Ave, Unit 2
$1,200
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$1,200
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$1,200
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Oct 29

81 Morton Ave, Unit 2

81 Morton AveMedford, MA 02155
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property at 121 Hancock St

121 Hancock St

EverettMA02149

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146 Allston St
$1,800
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$1,800
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$1,800
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146 Allston St

146 Allston StCambridge, MA 02139
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property at 9 Kassul Park

9 Kassul Park

CambridgeMA02140
property at 208 Main St

208 Main St

MedfordMA02155
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Furnished Private Bedroom in Cambridge
$1,875
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$1,675
Required Monthly Fees
$200
Total Monthly Price
$1,875
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 1

Furnished Private Bedroom in Cambridge

11-13 Plymouth StCambridge, MA 02141
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property at 305 Rindge Ave

305 Rindge Ave

CambridgeMA02140

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75 Winthrop St

EverettMA02149
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99 Hancock St, Unit #1
$1,900
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$1,900
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99 Hancock St, Unit #1

99 Hancock StMalden, MA 02148
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property at 1150 Cambridge St

1150 Cambridge St

CambridgeMA02139

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Somerville, MA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Somerville, MA

Pricing Updated: 10/23/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Somerville, MA area range in price from $975 to $15,000 with an overall median price of $8,352. The three Somerville neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Foss Park at $1,950, Union Square at $1,400, and Assembly Square at $2,090. Here is today’s list of the top 7 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Somerville Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Foss Park$4,575$1,950127
Union Square$4,695$1,40073
Assembly Square$6,000$2,090184
Lincoln Park$6,500$975238
Conway Park$6,700$2,100158
Powder House$15,000$1,100339
Powder House Square$15,000$1,100615

Cheapest Available Somerville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Somerville, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at 16 Nashua St in the Harvard Square neighborhood priced from $1,200. 7INK in the Financial District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,512. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Somerville apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
16 Nashua St76 Perkins by the room1BR,1BA$1,200
7INKGeorgia3BR,2BA$1,512
Cambridge Ivy InnRoom Lodging Style1BR,1BA$1,600
The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Somerville, MA

As of October 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Somerville area is the $0.20 price per square foot 58 S Russell St Model at 58 S Russell St, Unit 2 in the in the Financial District neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Somerville apartment is the 117 Beacon St Model at 117 Beacon St, Unit 405-7 starting at $1,995 with a $0.20 price per square foot in the Financial District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Somerville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
58 S Russell St, Unit 258 S Russell StStudio ,1BA$0.20
117 Beacon St, Unit 405-7117 Beacon StStudio ,1BA$0.20
40 Anderson St, Unit 540 Anderson StStudio ,1BA$0.20
2 Lansdowne St, Unit 342 Lansdowne StStudio ,1BA$0.20
478 Beacon St, Unit A478 Beacon StStudio ,1BA$0.18
24 Phillips St, Unit 124 Phillips StStudio ,1BA$0.20
55 Hemenway St, Unit 355 Hemenway StStudio ,1BA$0.20
11 Anderson St, Unit 211 Anderson StStudio ,1BA$0.20
397 Marlborough St, Unit 1397 Marlborough StStudio ,1BA$0.20
510 Beacon St, Unit C510 Beacon StStudio ,1BA$0.19

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Somerville Overview

The most densely populated city in all of New England and located just a stone's throw from the hub of Boston, Somerville is a thriving locale on the scenic east coast. Consistently named as the 'Best Run City in Massachusetts' by the likes of the 'Boston Globe' and more, this charming and bustling city is an excellent option for anyone considering a move to the New England region.

Why live in Somerville, MA?

Home to the lauded Tufts University as well as a number of grounded industries in the healthcare and technology fields, Somerville apartments for rent make an ideal choice for anyone considering a fresh start in the proud state of Massachusetts. From public park land to exciting nightlife options, this on-the-move east coast destination has much to offer wide array of lifestyles, budgets and employment needs.

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Getting Around Somerville, MA

Walk Score®

93 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

91 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

68 / 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 Somerville Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Somerville?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Somerville is under $1,700.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Somerville?

The cheapest apartment in Somerville is 16 Nashua St which is listed at $1,200, while the average apartment in Somerville costs $8,352.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Somerville?

Cheap apartments in Somerville have an average cost of $817 which is $7,535 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Somerville.

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