Cheap Homes for Rent in the Cobble Hill Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $1,100 (40 Rentals)

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property at 310 Prospect St
$1,100

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,100

Total Monthly Price$1,100
12 Month Lease Term
3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now
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310 Prospect St, Unit 1R

310 Prospect St
CambridgeMA02139
property at 310 Prospect St
$1,300

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,300

Total Monthly Price$1,300
12 Month Lease Term
3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Oct 1
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310 Prospect St, Unit 3

310 Prospect St
CambridgeMA02139
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property at 18 Rush St
$1,500 - $1,650

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Base Rent$1,500 - $1,650

Total Monthly Price$1,500 - $1,650
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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Affordability

18 Rush St

SomervilleMA02145
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property at 69 Dana St
$1,700 - $2,500

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,700 - $2,500

Total Monthly Price$1,700 - $2,500
9 Month Lease Term
Studio To 1 Bedroom Condos for Rent
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69 Dana St

CambridgeMA02138

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property at 42 Putnam Ave
$1,700

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,700

Total Monthly Price$1,700
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now
Affordability

42 Putnam Ave

CambridgeMA02139
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property at 9 Mullins Ct
$1,800

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,800

Total Monthly Price$1,800
Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now
Affordability

9 Mullins Ct

CambridgeMA02141
property at 70 Prospect St
$1,900

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,900

Total Monthly Price$1,900
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now

70 Prospect St

SomervilleMA02143
property at 401 Broadway
$1,950 - $2,395

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,950 - $2,395

Total Monthly Price$1,950 - $2,395
12 Month Lease Term
Studio To 1 Bedroom Condos for Rent
Available Now
Affordability

401 Broadway

CambridgeMA02139

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Cobble Hill, Somerville, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Cobble Hill Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Frost TerraceTwo Bedroom 60%2BR,2BA$2,157
136 & 138 Highland AvenueStudioStudio,1BA$2,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cobble Hill, MA

As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cobble Hill area is the $0.25 price per square foot 720 Massachusetts Ave Model at 720 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Cobble Hill apartment is the 368 Broadway Model at 368 Broadway, Unit 2R 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 Cobble Hill apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
720 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 2720 Massachusetts Ave2BR,1BA$0.25
368 Broadway, Unit 2R368 BroadwayStudio ,1BA$0.24
220 Prospect St, Unit 1220 Prospect StStudio ,1BA$0.23
220 Prospect St, Unit 1220 Prospect St1BR,1BA$0.26
153 Summer St, Unit 1153 Summer St1BR,1BA$0.24
375 Prospect St, Unit 1375 Prospect StStudio ,1BA$0.24
39 Cross St39 Cross StStudio ,1BA$0.24
639 Somerville Ave, Unit 1639 Somerville AveStudio ,1BA$0.25
12 4th Street Pl, Unit 212 4th Street Pl1BR,1BA$0.25
6 Bedford St, Unit R36 Bedford St1BR,1BA$0.25

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Cobble Hill, Somerville, MA

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Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cobble Hill

What type of rentals are currently available in Cobble Hill?

There are currently 1299 Apartments for Rent in Cobble Hill, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,250 to $9,325. There are also 561 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cobble Hill ranging from $1,100 to $15,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Cobble Hill?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cobble Hill ranges from $1,100 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,724.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Cobble Hill?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Cobble Hill range from $1,300 to $9,325, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $12,350. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,230 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.

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