
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Assembly Square Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $1,200 (30 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Assembly Square area of Somerville.


15 New Hampshire Ave

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20 Benedict St, Unit 1F

20 Benedict St

24-28 Mt Pleasant St

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41 Mount Pleasant St

48 Florence St
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The Guild

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39 Cross St, Unit 48-2

220 Middlesex Ave

19-21 Flint St

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41 Florence St, Unit #1

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39 Cross St

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43 Florence St, Unit #3
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165 Broadway, Unit 1H

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126 Pearl St, Unit 1A

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124 Pearl St, Unit 1

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325 Revolution Dr, Unit 830

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39 Cross St, Unit #1

154 Broadway

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124 Pearl St, Unit 124
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23 Benedict St, Unit Somerville unit 3

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44 Florence St, Unit 2

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154 Broadway

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126 Pearl St, Unit 1

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154 Broadway, Unit #202

24 Mt Pleasant St

124 Mt Pleasant
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24 Mount Pleasant Street

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17 Parker St, Unit 1 Garden Level
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 | $2,774 | $1,850 | $3,520 |
| Assembly Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,240 | $1,200 | $4,628 |
| Assembly Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,742 | $2,250 | $5,615 |
| Assembly Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,720 | $2,995 | $6,446 |
| Assembly Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,435 | $4,000 | $4,800 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 30 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Guild | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Assembly Square, MA
As of January 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Assembly Square area is the $0.24 price per square foot 39 Cross St Model at 39 Cross St, Unit 48-2 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Assembly Square apartment is the 124 Pearl St Model at 124 Pearl St, Unit 1 starting at $2,400 with a $0.24 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39 Cross St, Unit 48-2 | 39 Cross St | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 124 Pearl St, Unit 1 | 124 Pearl St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 126 Pearl St, Unit 1A | 126 Pearl St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 165 Broadway, Unit 1H | 165 Broadway | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 39 Cross St | 39 Cross St | Studio ,1BA | $0.24 |
| 43 Florence St, Unit #3 | 43 Florence St | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 41 Florence St, Unit #1 | 41 Florence St | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 39 Cross St, Unit #1 | 39 Cross St | Studio ,1BA | $0.25 |
| 126 Pearl St, Unit 1 | 126 Pearl St | 1BR,1BA | $0.25 |
| 154 Broadway, Unit #202 | 154 Broadway | Studio ,1BA | $0.25 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Assembly Square Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Assembly Square?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Assembly Square is under $2,250.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Assembly Square?
The cheapest apartment in Assembly Square is The Guild which is listed at $2,500, while the average apartment in Assembly Square costs $6,000.
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