
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Somerville Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $1,300 (51 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the East Somerville area of Somerville.


15 New Hampshire Ave

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114 Perkins St, Unit 5

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41 Mount Pleasant St, Unit 1

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41 Mount Pleasant St

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41 Mount Pleasant St, Unit 3

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46 Oliver St, Unit 1

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41 Mount Pleasant St

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154 Broadway

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16 Flint St, Unit 3

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16 Flint St, Unit 3

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16 Flint St, Unit 3

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55 Bonair St, Unit 1

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155 Broadway, Unit 154-409

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155 Broadway, Unit 154-409

154 Broadway

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38 Pinckney St, Unit #2

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39 Cross St

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155 Broadway, Unit 02
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9 Indiana Ave, Unit #1

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165 Broadway, Unit 1H

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126 Pearl St, Unit 1A

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124 Pearl St, Unit 1

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325 Revolution Dr, Unit 830

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39 Cross St, Unit #1

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168 Broadway, Unit 154-507

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168 Broadway, Unit 154-507

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108 Cross St

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154 Broadway, Unit #202
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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

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15 Jaques St, Unit 1

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140 Broadway, Unit 162 BROADWAY UNIT 2

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42 Florence St, Unit 46 FLORENCE ST UNIT 1

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44 Florence St, Unit 46-1

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41 Florence St, Unit #1
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43 Florence St, Unit #3

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39 Florence St, Unit 48-2

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39 Florence St, Unit 48-2

279 Broadway

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40 Florence St, Unit 2

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9 Parker St, Unit 3

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108 Cambridge St, Unit 508
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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 | $2,723 | $1,900 | $3,670 | 
| East Somerville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,047 | $1,360 | $4,628 | 
| East Somerville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,557 | $2,375 | $5,125 | 
| East Somerville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,605 | $2,700 | $5,914 | 
| East Somerville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,392 | $2,700 | $5,200 | 
| East Somerville 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,625 | $4,250 | $6,500 | 
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 51 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Somerville Neighborhood of Somerville, MA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Somerville, MA
As of October 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Somerville area is the $0.23 price per square foot 9 Parker St Model at 9 Parker St, Unit 3 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value East Somerville apartment is the 124 Pearl St Model at 124 Pearl St, Unit 1 starting at $2,400 with a $0.24 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. | 
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| 9 Parker St, Unit 3 | 9 Parker St | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 | 
| 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 | 
| 114 Perkins St, Unit 5 | 114 Perkins St | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 | 
| 39 Cross St, Unit #1 | 39 Cross St | Studio ,1BA | $0.25 | 
| 39 Cross St | 39 Cross St | Studio ,1BA | $0.24 | 
| 46 Oliver St, Unit 1 | 46 Oliver St | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 | 
| 16 Flint St, Unit 3 | 16 Flint St | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 | 
| 55 Bonair St, Unit 1 | 55 Bonair St | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 | 
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Somerville, Somerville, MA
Ranked #11
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet 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
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Somerville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Somerville Apartment is $2,583 at Mezzo Design Lofts.
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.

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA
Written by: Amelia Ramstead
Boston is known for its exciting combination of early American history and modern high-tech universities and employers.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.


