
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Davis Square Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $1,100 (40 Rentals)
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97 College Ave, Unit 1

402 Highland Ave, Unit 21

402 Highland Ave, Unit 32 COPY

402 Highland Ave, Unit 32

402 Highland Ave, Unit 2

402 Highland Ave, Unit 32

402 Highland Ave, Unit 21
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402 Highland Ave, Unit #32

402 Highland Ave, Unit #32

402 Highland Ave, Unit 45

400 Highland Ave

119 College Ave, Unit 3

38 Day St, Unit 33

38 Day St, Unit 33

402 Highland Ave, Unit 23
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406 Highland Ave, Unit 23

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30 Day St, Unit 3

402 Highland Ave, Unit 24

402 Highland Ave, Unit 24

402 Highland Ave, Unit #24

119 College Ave

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53 Rindge Ave, Unit 53 Rindge - 3S

15 Chester St, Unit 21
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5 Chester St, Unit 33

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10 Chester St

15 Chester St, Unit 21

9 Chester St, Unit 3

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5 Chester St, Unit 47

15 Chester St, Unit 21

9 Chester St, Unit 23
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9 Chester St, Unit 47

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5 Haskell St, Unit 35

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5 Blake St

5-7 Blake St., Unit 1

5 Blake St, Unit 1

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16 Blake St, Unit 3

21 Blake St

5 Haskell St
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Davis Square, Somerville, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Davis Square?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davis Square Studio Apartments | $2,481 | $1,850 | $3,400 |
| Davis Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,866 | $2,000 | $3,250 |
| Davis Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,750 | $3,200 | $4,400 |
| Davis Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,077 | $3,200 | $5,000 |
| Davis Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,065 | $1,150 | $6,100 |
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There are currently 40 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Davis Square Neighborhood of Somerville, MA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Davis Square, MA
As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Davis Square area is the $0.27 price per square foot 5 Blake St Model at 5 Blake St in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Davis Square apartment is the 24 Ellington Rd Model at 24 Ellington Rd starting at $3,800 with a $0.38 price per square foot in the Harvard Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Davis Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Blake St | 5 Blake St | Studio ,1BA | $0.27 |
| 24 Ellington Rd | 24 Ellington Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.38 |
| 116 Holland St, Unit 3L | 116 Holland St | 4BR,2BA | $0.60 |
| 48 Cameron Ave | 48 Cameron Ave | 5BR,2BA | $2.71 |
| 35 Cameron Ave | 35 Cameron Ave | 4BR,3BA | $2.67 |
| 18 Chandler St, Unit 2 | 18 Chandler St | 3BR,2BA | $3.41 |
| 21 Fairfield St, Unit 6 | 21 Fairfield St | 3BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| 151 Elm St, Unit 1 | 151 Elm St | 4BR,2BA | $3.38 |
| 15 Woodbridge St | 15 Woodbridge St | 3BR,1BA | $3.27 |
| 16 Blake St, Unit 3 | 16 Blake St | Studio ,1BA | $2.80 |
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3.5Pet Friendly
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