Cheap Homes for Rent in East Somerville Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $1,100 (26 Rentals)

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property at 39 Cross St

39 Cross St

SomervilleMA02145
property at 39 Cross St

39 Cross St, Unit 39

39 Cross St
SomervilleMA02145

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property at 108 Cross St

108 Cross St, Unit 1

108 Cross St
SomervilleMA02145
property at 39 Cross St

39 Cross St, Unit 1

39 Cross St
SomervilleMA02145
property at 39 Cross St

39 Cross St

SomervilleMA02145
property at 39 Cross St

39 Cross St, Unit 1

39 Cross St
SomervilleMA02145

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property at 39 Cross St

39 Cross St, Unit 1

39 Cross St
SomervilleMA02145
property at 7 Austin St

7 Austin St

SomervilleMA02145
property at 24 Benedict St

24 Benedict St

SomervilleMA02145

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property at 24 Benedict St

24 Benedict St

SomervilleMA02145
property at 7 Austin St

7 Austin St, Unit 1

7 Austin St
SomervilleMA02145
property at 60 Cross St E

60 Cross St E

SomervilleMA02145

East Somerville, Somerville, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Somerville Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The GuildStudioStudio,1BA$2,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Somerville, MA

As of July 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Somerville area is the $0.25 price per square foot 39 Cross St Model at 39 Cross St, Unit 1 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value East Somerville apartment is the 2 Otis St Model at 2 Otis 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
39 Cross St, Unit 139 Cross StStudio ,1BA$0.25
2 Otis St, Unit 12 Otis St1BR,1BA$0.25
25 MacArthur St, Unit 1R25 MacArthur St1BR,1BA$0.28
148 Broadway, Unit #164-2A148 Broadway1BR,1BA$0.30
149 Perkins St, Unit 143-1149 Perkins StStudio ,1BA$0.20
149 Perkins St, Unit 143-1149 Perkins StStudio ,1BA$0.20
145 Perkins St, Unit 1145 Perkins StStudio ,1BA$0.20
3 Everett Ave, Unit 33 Everett Ave2BR,1BA$0.23
149 Perkins St, Unit 2149 Perkins St1BR,1BA$0.23
58 Broadway, Unit #158 Broadway2BR,1BA$0.25

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Somerville

What type of rentals are currently available in East Somerville?

There are currently 360 Apartments for Rent in East Somerville, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,625 to $10,255. There are also 140 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Somerville ranging from $1,160 to $5,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Somerville?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Somerville ranges from $1,160 to $5,995 with an average monthly rent of $3,218.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Somerville?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Somerville range from $1,625 to $6,141, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,410 to $5,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,160 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,400.

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