Cheap Homes for Rent in the Davis Square Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $2,100 (29 Rentals)

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property at 5 Haskell St

$2,150

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$2,150
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$2,150

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

5 Haskell St

CambridgeMA02140
property at 5 Chester St

$2,300

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$2,300
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$2,300

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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5 Chester St, Unit 33

5 Chester St
CambridgeMA02140

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property at 400 Highland Ave

$2,600 - $3,550

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$2,600 - $3,550
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$2,600 - $3,550

Studio To 2 Bedroom Condos for Rent

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400 Highland Ave

SomervilleMA02144
property at 5 Blake St

$2,600

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$2,600
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$2,600

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

5 Blake St, Unit 1

5 Blake St
CambridgeMA02140

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property at 21 Blake St

$2,800

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$2,800
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$2,800

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

21 Blake St

CambridgeMA02140

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Davis Square, Somerville, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Davis Square, MA

As of July 22, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5 Blake St5 Blake StStudio ,1BA$0.27
24 Ellington Rd24 Ellington Rd2BR,1BA$0.38
116 Holland St, Unit 3L116 Holland St4BR,2BA$0.60
48 Cameron Ave48 Cameron Ave5BR,2BA$2.71
35 Cameron Ave35 Cameron Ave4BR,3BA$2.67
18 Chandler St, Unit 218 Chandler St3BR,2BA$3.41
21 Fairfield St, Unit 621 Fairfield St3BR,1BA$2.74
151 Elm St, Unit 1151 Elm St4BR,2BA$3.38
15 Woodbridge St15 Woodbridge St3BR,1BA$3.27
16 Blake St, Unit 316 Blake StStudio ,1BA$2.80

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Davis Square, Somerville, MA

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Davis Square

What type of rentals are currently available in Davis Square?

There are currently 103 Apartments for Rent in Davis Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,150 to $7,500. There are also 66 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Davis Square ranging from $2,150 to $8,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Davis Square?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Davis Square ranges from $2,150 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,191.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Davis Square?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Davis Square range from $3,200 to $5,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,600 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,990 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,150.

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