
Apartments for Rent in Somerville, MA Under $1,500 (23 Rentals)


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26 Ellington Rd

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81 Morton Ave, Unit 2
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17 Hunting St

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19 Hunting St, Unit 1

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54 Frederick Ave, Unit First floor 2-bedroom apt

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11 Granite St, Unit bedroom rental

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49 Walnut St, Unit 49 Walnut Street

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75 Pinkert St, Unit 2

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64 Henderson St
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179 Prospect St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Somerville?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Somerville Studio Apartments Under $1500 | $2,780 | $1,200 | $8,130 |
| Somerville 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1500 | $3,374 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| Somerville 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1500 | $4,160 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
| Somerville 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1500 | $4,482 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| Somerville 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1500 | $4,968 | $800 | $10,000+ |
| Somerville 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,822 | $1,250 | $9,387 |
| Somerville 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,650 | $4,200 | $10,000+ |
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Somerville, MAPopulation: 81,562
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Frequently Asked Questions about Somerville
How much are Studio apartments in Somerville?
There are currently 1,493 Studio Apartments in Somerville with rent ranges from $1,200 to $8,130 with an average price of $2,780.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Somerville Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Somerville ranges from $950 to $11,869 with an average monthly rent of $3,374.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Somerville cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Somerville range from $1,300 to $25,927. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,160.
How expensive are Somerville Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 1,155 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Somerville on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $950 to $19,559 - averaging $4,482 for the location.
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