
Cheap Homes for Rent in Davis Square Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $1,200 (30 Rentals)
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76 Willow Ave, Unit 2

68 Willow Ave, Unit room

64 Willow Ave

5 Chester St, Unit 24
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5 Chester St, Unit 27

15 Chester St

15 Chester St

4 Cogswell Ave

5 Blake St, Unit 8
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119 College Ave, Unit 36

10 Chester St, Unit 28

38 Day St

35 Davis Square

77 Liberty Ave

119 College Ave
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2192 Massachusetts Ave, Unit G4

55 Rindge Ave

35 Kingston St, Unit 1

35 Cameron Ave, Unit 3

35 Cameron Ave, Unit 2
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35 Cameron Ave

11 Cogswell Ave, Unit 11
Davis Square, Somerville, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Davis Square?
Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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Davis Square 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,354 | $2,900 | $3,900 |
Davis Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,289 | $3,295 | $5,000 |
Davis Square 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,211 | $3,800 | $6,400 |
Davis Square 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,164 | $1,200 | $6,800 |
Davis Square 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,475 | $6,450 | $6,550 |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Davis Square Neighborhood of Somerville, MA.
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Cheapest Available Davis Square Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Chester Street Apartments | Studio 380sf 0 Bed 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Davis Square, MA
As of October 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Davis Square area is the $0.24 price per square foot 5 Blake St Model at 5 Blake St, Unit 3 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Davis Square apartment is the 5 Chester St Model at 5 Chester St, Unit 15-27 starting at $2,300 with a $0.23 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. |
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5 Blake St, Unit 3 | 5 Blake St | Studio ,1BA | $0.24 |
5 Chester St, Unit 15-27 | 5 Chester St | Studio ,1BA | $0.23 |
24 Ellington Rd, Unit 2 | 24 Ellington Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.33 |
85 College Ave, Unit #2B | 85 College Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.25 |
15 Blake St, Unit #8 | 15 Blake St | Studio ,1BA | $0.24 |
341 Summer St, Unit 341R-1 | 341 Summer St | 2BR,1BA | $0.35 |
341 Summer St, Unit 341R-1 | 341 Summer St | 2BR,1BA | $0.35 |
107 College Ave, Unit #22 | 107 College Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.28 |
108 College Ave, Unit #29 | 108 College Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.29 |
83 Orchard St, Unit 3A | 83 Orchard St | 1BR,1BA | $0.25 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDavis Square, Somerville, MA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Davis Square
What type of rentals are currently available in Davis Square?
There are currently 161 Apartments for Rent in Davis Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $7,200. There are also 133 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Davis Square ranging from $1,200 to $6,800.
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 $1,200 to $6,800 with an average monthly rent of $4,183.
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 $5,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,295 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,200.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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