
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Somerville Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $1,200 (48 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the East Somerville area of Somerville.


24-28 Mt Pleasant St

66 Franklin St

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38 Pinckney St, Unit #2

155 Pearl St

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41 Mount Pleasant St

The Guild

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43 Florence St, Unit 2
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27 Florence St, Unit 1

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154 Broadway

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39 Cross St, Unit 48-2

154 Broadway

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39 Cross St

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43 Florence St, Unit #3

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124 Pearl St, Unit 1

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41 Florence St, Unit #1

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165 Broadway, Unit 1H
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126 Pearl St, Unit 1A

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325 Revolution Dr, Unit 830

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39 Cross St, Unit #1

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108 Cross St

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154 Broadway, Unit #202

124 Mt Pleasant

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24 Mount Pleasant Street

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126 Pearl St, Unit 1

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154 Broadway
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15 Jaques St, Unit 1

15 Jaques St

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15 Jaques St, Unit 3TT

88 Pearl St

24 Mt Pleasant St

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Miscela

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Arris

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154 Broadway

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42 Florence St, Unit 46 FLORENCE ST UNIT 1
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44 Florence St, Unit 1

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Revolution at Assembly Row

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55 Grant St

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436 McGrath Hwy, Unit 316

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164 Broadway, Unit 2

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67 Flint St

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25 MacArthur St, Unit 1R

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430 McGrath Hwy, Unit #434 - 313
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108 Cambridge St, Unit 508

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Mezzo Design Lofts
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 | $2,710 | $2,200 | $3,230 |
| East Somerville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,128 | $1,280 | $4,628 |
| East Somerville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,659 | $2,250 | $5,615 |
| East Somerville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,905 | $2,700 | $6,621 |
| East Somerville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,631 | $4,100 | $5,200 |
| East Somerville 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,737 | $4,700 | $6,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 48 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Guild | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Somerville, MA
As of December 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Somerville area is the $0.24 price per square foot 124 Pearl St Model at 124 Pearl St, Unit 1 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value East Somerville apartment is the 126 Pearl St Model at 126 Pearl St, Unit 1 starting at $2,500 with a $0.25 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 124 Pearl St, Unit 1 | 124 Pearl St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 126 Pearl St, Unit 1 | 126 Pearl St | 1BR,1BA | $0.25 |
| 126 Pearl St, Unit 1A | 126 Pearl St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 154 Broadway, Unit #202 | 154 Broadway | Studio ,1BA | $0.25 |
| 39 Cross St, Unit #1 | 39 Cross St | Studio ,1BA | $0.25 |
| 165 Broadway, Unit 1H | 165 Broadway | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 39 Cross St, Unit 48-2 | 39 Cross St | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 39 Cross St | 39 Cross St | Studio ,1BA | $0.24 |
| 43 Florence St, Unit #3 | 43 Florence St | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 41 Florence St, Unit #1 | 41 Florence St | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Somerville, Somerville, MA
Ranked #7
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the East Somerville Neighborhood in Somerville, MA
Walk Score®
88 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
91 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
74 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 The Guild listed at $2,250.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Somerville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Somerville Apartment is $2,500 at The Guild.
Expert Rental Resources
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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