
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Somerville Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $1,250 (31 Rentals)
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18 Rush St

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18 Autumn St, Unit B1

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13 Cutter St, Unit #1

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23 Knowlton St, Unit 1R

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91 Perkins St, Unit SI FL1-ID802
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46 Oliver St, Unit 1

The Guild

39 Cross St, Unit 1

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165 Broadway

154 Broadway, Unit 403

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39 Cross St

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30 Pinckney St, Unit 30 Pinckney
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325 Revolution Dr

154 Broadway, Unit 307

1 Franklin St, Unit #203

24-28 Mt Pleasant St

29 Minnesota Ave, Unit 2

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Arris

39 Cross St, Unit 1
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126 Pearl St, Unit 1A

10 Cross St E

100 Flint St

24 Mount Pleasant Street

124 Mt Pleasant

The Nia

Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home in Somerville, Unit D
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102 Cross St, Unit A

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108 Cambridge St

108 Cambridge St
East Somerville, Somerville, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Somerville?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Somerville Studio Apartments | $2,843 | $2,300 | $4,040 |
| East Somerville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,506 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| East Somerville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,276 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| East Somerville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,039 | $2,680 | $6,075 |
| East Somerville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,282 | $3,400 | $4,900 |
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There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Somerville Neighborhood of Somerville, MA.
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Cheapest Available East Somerville Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arris | S7 | Studio | 1 Bath | Den | Studio,1BA | $2,920 |
| The Guild | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $3,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Somerville, MA
As of August 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Somerville area is the $0.32 price per square foot 76 Cross St Model at 76 Cross St, Unit 2 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value East Somerville apartment is the 165 Broadway Model at 165 Broadway starting at $3,900 with a $0.39 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Somerville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 76 Cross St, Unit 2 | 76 Cross St | 2BR,1BA | $0.32 |
| 165 Broadway | 165 Broadway | 3BR,1BA | $0.39 |
| 20 Fellsway W, Unit 2 | 20 Fellsway W | 4BR,1.5BA | $0.40 |
| 85 Glen St, Unit 85R | 85 Glen St | 3BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 19 Everett Ave, Unit 1 | 19 Everett Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.27 |
| 20 Fellsway W, Unit 2 | 20 Fellsway W | 4BR,1.5BA | $0.40 |
| 8 Franklin St, Unit 2 | 8 Franklin St | 4BR,2BA | $2.41 |
| 20 Fellsway W, Unit 2 | 20 Fellsway W | 4BR,1.5BA | $2.67 |
| 79 Flint St, Unit 2 | 79 Flint St | 3BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| 13 Cutter St, Unit #1 | 13 Cutter St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Somerville Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Somerville?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Somerville is at Arris listed at $2,920.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Somerville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Somerville Apartment is $3,000 at The Guild.
What is the most affordable East Somerville Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Somerville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Mezzo Design Lofts and starts from $5,489.
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