
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Assembly Square Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $1,200 (42 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Assembly Square area of Somerville.


Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit D

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home, Unit B

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29 Bailey Rd, Unit 2

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit A

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home, Unit A

15 New Hampshire Ave, Unit #2

15 New Hampshire Ave, Unit #3
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11 New Hampshire Ave

20 Lincoln St

18 Rush St

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110 Perkins St, Unit 7

110 Perkins St, Unit 7

110 Perkins St, Unit 8

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41 Mount Pleasant St

The Guild
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39 Cross St, Unit 1

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165 Broadway

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39 Cross St

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325 Revolution Dr

39 Cross St

154 Broadway, Unit 403

154 Broadway, Unit 409

154 Broadway, Unit 407
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154 Broadway

29 Minnesota Ave, Unit 2

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154 Broadway

39 Cross St, Unit 1

24 Benedict St

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4 Pearl St, Unit 2

7 Austin St

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126 Pearl St, Unit 1A
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11 Lincoln St, Unit 2

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12 Lincoln St

3 Everett Ave, Unit 1

24 Mt Pleasant St, Unit 303

6 Reed Ct

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18 Hathorn St, Unit 18 Hathorn

24 Mount Pleasant Street

124 Mt Pleasant
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Mezzo Design Lofts

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The Graphic Lofts
Assembly Square, Somerville, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Assembly Square?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assembly Square Studio Apartments | $2,842 | $1,750 | $4,670 |
| Assembly Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,495 | $1,280 | $10,000+ |
| Assembly Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,383 | $2,700 | $10,000+ |
| Assembly Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,921 | $2,600 | $6,595 |
| Assembly Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,750 | $3,950 | $5,495 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Assembly Square Neighborhood of Somerville, MA.
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Cheapest Available Assembly Square Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mezzo Design Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,621 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Assembly Square, MA
As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Assembly Square area is the $0.32 price per square foot 76 Cross St Model at 76 Cross St, Unit 2 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Assembly Square apartment is the 154 Broadway Model at 154 Broadway starting at $3,250 with a $0.33 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Assembly Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 76 Cross St, Unit 2 | 76 Cross St | 2BR,1BA | $0.32 |
| 154 Broadway | 154 Broadway | 1BR,1BA | $0.33 |
| 110 Perkins St, Unit 7 | 110 Perkins St | Studio ,1BA | $0.18 |
| 165 Broadway | 165 Broadway | 3BR,1BA | $0.39 |
| 67 Pearl St, Unit #2 | 67 Pearl St | 2BR,2BA | $0.43 |
| 39 Cross St | 39 Cross St | Studio ,1BA | $0.24 |
| 67 Governor Winthrop Rd, Unit 1 | 67 Governor Winthrop Rd | 3BR,1BA | $0.41 |
| 4 Pearl St, Unit 2 | 4 Pearl St | 3BR,1BA | $0.26 |
| 8 Franklin St, Unit 2 | 8 Franklin St | 4BR,2BA | $2.41 |
| 6 Lincoln Ave, Unit 1 | 6 Lincoln Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.42 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Assembly Square Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Assembly Square?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Assembly Square is at Mezzo Design Lofts listed at $2,621.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Assembly Square Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Assembly Square Apartment is $3,000 at The Guild.
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