
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Foss Park Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $1,000 (25 Rentals)
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29 Bailey Rd, Unit 2, Unit 2

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18 Rush St, Unit 2A, Unit 2A

Somerville Square

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36R Otis St, Unit 2, Unit 2

136 School St
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165 Broadway

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196 Central St, Unit 1C, Unit 1C

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238 School St

55 Sydney St

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55 Sydney St, Unit 2, Unit 2

The Guild
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220 Middlesex Ave

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9 Bond St, Unit 2, Unit 2

431 Broadway, Unit 22

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50 Dartmouth St, Unit #3, Unit #3

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19 Meacham St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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119 Highland Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1
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154 Broadway

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12 Douglas Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

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55 Bonair St

The Princeton

110 Thurston St

112 Thurston St
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26-28 Leyden St
Foss Park, Somerville, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Foss Park?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foss Park Studio Apartments | $2,451 | $2,050 | $3,160 |
| Foss Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,544 | $1,090 | $3,250 |
| Foss Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,193 | $2,100 | $4,925 |
| Foss Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,828 | $2,700 | $5,850 |
| Foss Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,599 | $1,600 | $5,200 |
| Foss Park 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,781 | $3,950 | $6,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Foss Park Neighborhood of Somerville, MA.
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Cheapest Available Foss Park Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 136 School St | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Foss Park, MA
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Foss Park area is the $0.51 price per square foot 10 Sewall St Model at 10 Sewall St, Unit 4 in the in the Harvard Square neighborhood starting from $5,100. The second greatest value Foss Park apartment is the 13 Sewall St Model at 13 Sewall St, Unit 4 starting at $5,100 with a $0.51 price per square foot in the Harvard Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Foss Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 10 Sewall St, Unit 4 | 10 Sewall St | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.51 |
| 13 Sewall St, Unit 4 | 13 Sewall St | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.51 |
| 148 Broadway, Unit #164-2A | 148 Broadway | 1BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 20 Fellsway W, Unit 2 | 20 Fellsway W | 4BR,1.5BA | $0.42 |
| 110 Walnut St, Unit 1 | 110 Walnut St | 4BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| 59 Bailey Rd, Unit 2B | 59 Bailey Rd | 6BR,5BA | $2.29 |
| 151 Central St, Unit #2 | 151 Central St | 5BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| 45 Thurston St | 45 Thurston St | 4BR,2BA | $2.20 |
| 11 Stickney Ave, Unit 1 | 11 Stickney Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| 55 Grant St | 55 Grant St | 3BR,1BA | $2.25 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFoss Park, Somerville, MA
Ranked #13
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Foss Park Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Foss Park?
The cheapest apartment in Foss Park is 136 School St which is listed at $2,150, while the average apartment in Foss Park costs $5,747.
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