Cheap Homes for Rent in Davis Square Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $2,200 (48 Rentals)

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5 Blake St, Unit 8

5 Blake St
CambridgeMA02140
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5 Blake St, Unit 7

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CambridgeMA02140
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38 Day St

SomervilleMA02144

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5 Blake St

CambridgeMA02140

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Davis Square, Somerville, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Davis Square, MA

As of May 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Davis Square area is the $0.24 price per square foot 42 Rindge Ave Model at 42 Rindge Ave, Unit C in the in the Harvard Square neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Davis Square apartment is the 16 Chester St Model at 16 Chester St, Unit 32 starting at $2,200 with a $0.22 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.
42 Rindge Ave, Unit C42 Rindge AveStudio ,1BA$0.24
16 Chester St, Unit 3216 Chester StStudio ,1BA$0.22
85 College Ave, Unit 285 College Ave1BR,1BA$0.26
85 College Ave, Unit 2B85 College Ave1BR,1BA$0.26
85 College Ave, Unit #2B85 College Ave1BR,1BA$0.25
119 College Ave, Unit 36119 College AveStudio ,1BA$0.24
85 College Ave, Unit #2B85 College Ave1BR,1BA$0.25
108 College Ave, Unit 36108 College AveStudio ,1BA$0.24
15 Blake St, Unit #815 Blake StStudio ,1BA$0.24
5 Chester St, Unit 385 Chester StStudio ,1BA$0.24

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Frequently Asked Questions about Davis Square

What type of rentals are currently available in Davis Square?

There are currently 619 Apartments for Rent in Davis Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $2,100 to $7,200. There are also 275 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Davis Square ranging from $2,200 to $6,895.

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 $2,200 to $6,895 with an average monthly rent of $4,505.

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 $3,000 to $5,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,200 to $6,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,750.

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