
Apartments for Rent in Somerville, MA Under $3,000 (1,851 Rentals)


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400 Broadway

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69 Chandler St

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400 Broadway

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27 Pinckney St

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96 Conwell Ave, Unit 1

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215 Cedar St

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76 Cross St, Unit 2

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96 Conwell Ave, Unit 2

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327 Highland Ave, Unit 1
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76 Cross St, Unit 2

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26 Bow St

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420 McGrath Hwy, Unit #214

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188 Lowell St, Unit #2

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400 Broadway, Unit #7

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66 North St

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5 Greenwood Ter

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60 Cross St E

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408 Mystic Ave, Unit 205

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63 Pinckney St, Unit 1
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61 Webster Ave

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8 Mortimer Pl, Unit 2

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6 Mortimer Pl, Unit 1

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22 Temple St, Unit 22

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22 Temple St, Unit 2

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22 Temple St, Unit 2

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54 Medford St, Unit 410F

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63 Webster Ave, Unit 3T

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43 Oak St, Unit 1

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61 Webster Ave
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1 Victoria St, Unit #1A

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59 Ossipee Rd, Unit #1

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735 Somerville Ave, Unit 1

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33 Park St, Unit 29-1

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89 Bailey Rd, Unit 1

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1131 Broadway, Unit 7

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735 Somerville Ave, Unit 1

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21 Lewis St, Unit 3

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50 Whitfield Rd, Unit 1

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63 Pinckney St, Unit 1
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186 Powder House Blvd, Unit 2

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97 Marion St, Unit 1

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25 Conwell Ave, Unit 2

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79 Clarendon Ave, Unit 3

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27 Conwell Ave, Unit 2

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5 Edgar Ter

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280 McGrath Hwy

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27 Conwell Ave, Unit 2

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80 Irving St, Unit 2

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22 Temple St, Unit 3
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Somerville, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Somerville?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Somerville Studio Apartments Under $3000 | $2,707 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
| Somerville 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $3000 | $3,296 | $675 | $10,000+ |
| Somerville 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $3000 | $4,059 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| Somerville 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $3000 | $4,595 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Somerville 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $3000 | $5,102 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
| Somerville 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,269 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Somerville 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,768 | $5,300 | $10,000+ |
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Somerville, MAPopulation: 81,562
Ranked #425
in US Census Population by City
Best Local Schools in Somerville, MA
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Somerville
How much are Studio apartments in Somerville?
There are currently 1,706 Studio Apartments in Somerville with rent ranges from $1,600 to $16,288 with an average price of $2,707.
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 $675 to $17,992 with an average monthly rent of $3,296.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Somerville cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Somerville range from $2,000 to $25,927. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,059.
How expensive are Somerville Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 1,436 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Somerville on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $850 to $27,374 - averaging $4,595 for the location.
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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.