
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Somerville Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $1,100 (32 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the East Somerville area of Somerville.


15 New Hampshire Ave, Unit #2

11 New Hampshire Ave

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110 Perkins St, Unit 7, Unit 7

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13 Cutter St, Unit #1, Unit #1

34 Florence St

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41 Mount Pleasant St

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16 Cutter St, Unit 2R, Unit 2R
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The Guild

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165 Broadway

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39 Cross St

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325 Revolution Dr

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108 Cross St

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154 Broadway

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154 Broadway

24 Mt Pleasant St
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126 Pearl St, Unit 1A, Unit 1A

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4 Pearl St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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11 Lincoln St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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12 Lincoln St

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Miscela

102 Cross St, Unit A

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23 Franklin St, Unit 14, Unit 14

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367 McGrath Hwy, Unit 1, Unit 1

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55 Grant St

24 Mount Pleasant Street

124 Mt Pleasant

The Commons at Prospect Hill

625 McGrath

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Mezzo Design Lofts

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108 Cambridge St
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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 | $2,729 | $1,750 | $3,434 |
| East Somerville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,360 | $1,460 | $5,872 |
| East Somerville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,173 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| East Somerville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,194 | $2,600 | $6,796 |
| East Somerville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,705 | $1,125 | $7,925 |
| East Somerville 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,432 | $4,000 | $6,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 32 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mezzo Design Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,453 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Somerville, MA
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Somerville area is the $0.18 price per square foot 110 Perkins St Model at 110 Perkins St, Unit 7 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value East Somerville apartment is the 39 Cross St Model at 39 Cross St 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 110 Perkins St, Unit 7 | 110 Perkins St | Studio ,1BA | $0.18 |
| 39 Cross St | 39 Cross St | Studio ,1BA | $0.24 |
| 4 Pearl St, Unit 2 | 4 Pearl St | 3BR,1BA | $0.26 |
| 33 Everett Ave, Unit 1 | 33 Everett Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 154 Broadway | 154 Broadway | 1BR,1BA | $0.33 |
| 23 Wisconsin Ave, Unit 1 | 23 Wisconsin Ave | 4BR,1BA | $0.36 |
| 20 Fellsway W, Unit 2 | 20 Fellsway W | 4BR,1.5BA | $0.40 |
| 8 Munroe St, Unit #5 - 2 | 8 Munroe St | 4BR,1BA | $0.44 |
| 129 Cross St, Unit 1 | 129 Cross St | 4BR,2BA | $0.50 |
| 10 Sewall St, Unit 4 | 10 Sewall St | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.51 |
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 Mezzo Design Lofts listed at $2,453.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Somerville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Somerville Apartment is $2,914 at Mezzo Design Lofts.
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