Cheap Homes for Rent in East Somerville Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $1,200 (11 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the East Somerville area of Somerville.

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property at 18 Rush St

$1,500 - $1,650

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$1,500 - $1,650

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$1,500 - $1,650

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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18 Rush St

SomervilleMA02145
property at 39 Cross St

$2,300

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$2,300

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$2,300

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 31

39 Cross St, Unit 1

39 Cross St
SomervilleMA02145
property at 29 Minnesota Ave

$2,500

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$2,500

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$2,500

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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29 Minnesota Ave, Unit 2

29 Minnesota Ave
SomervilleMA02145
property at 39 Cross St

$2,595

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$2,595

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$2,595

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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39 Cross St, Unit 1

39 Cross St
SomervilleMA02145

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property at 108 Cambridge St

$2,600 - $3,700

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$2,600 - $3,700

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$2,600 - $3,700

Studio To 2 Bedroom Condos for Rent

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108 Cambridge St

BostonMA02129

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Somerville, MA

As of July 05, 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 76 Cross St Model at 76 Cross St, Unit 2 starting at $3,200 with a $0.32 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.
110 Perkins St, Unit 7110 Perkins StStudio ,1BA$0.18
76 Cross St, Unit 276 Cross St2BR,1BA$0.32
165 Broadway165 Broadway3BR,1BA$0.39
20 Fellsway W, Unit 220 Fellsway W4BR,1.5BA$0.40
20 Fellsway W, Unit 220 Fellsway W4BR,1.5BA$0.40
67 Pearl St, Unit #267 Pearl St2BR,2BA$0.43
10 Sewall St, Unit 410 Sewall St3BR,2.5BA$0.51
13 Sewall St, Unit 413 Sewall St3BR,2.5BA$0.51
122 Cross St122 Cross St4BR,2BA$0.56
36 Rush St, Unit 136 Rush St3BR,1BA$1.92

Frequently Asked Questions about East Somerville

What type of rentals are currently available in East Somerville?

There are currently 195 Apartments for Rent in East Somerville, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,380 to $15,137. There are also 93 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Somerville ranging from $1,200 to $8,000.

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 $1,200 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,629.

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 $2,700 to $6,750, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $4,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,100.

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