
Homes for Rent in Somerville, MA (3,062 Rentals)


6 Hill St

4 Park Ave

151 Summer St

153 Summer St

50 Columbus Ave, Unit 10

155 Summer St, Unit 9R

154 Summer St

168 Summer St, Unit A

152 Summer St
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39 Cross St, Unit 1

10 Roberts St, Unit 21

3 Monmouth St

400 Highland Ave

29 Minnesota Ave, Unit 2
94 Beacon St, Unit #35

585 Somerville Ave, Unit A

14 Murdock St, Unit 1
284 Beacon St, Unit 1
94 Beacon St, Unit 35
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76 Fremont St

102 Jaques St
94 Beacon St, Unit 35

228 Cedar St, Unit 3

155 Summer St, Unit 16F

148 Broadway

8 Avon St, Unit 9

208 Summer St, Unit A

136 Broadway, Unit 3

157 Summer St
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187 Beacon St, Unit 3

547 Broadway

79 Curtis St

112 School St, Unit #2

474 Broadway, Unit 49

69 Florence St, Unit 3

33 Spencer Ave, Unit 2

280 McGrath Hwy, Unit 1

121 Highland Rd, Unit 1

117 Cross St, Unit 117
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123 Highland Ave, Unit 11

217 Holland St, Unit 2B

41 Cross St, Unit A

5 Belmont Sq, Unit 5 Belmont SQ, 2

5 Belmont Sq, Unit 1

359 Lowell St

5 Edgar Ter, Unit 1

17 Sycamore Ter, Unit 2

41 Cameron Ave, Unit 1

162 Summer St, Unit 25
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Somerville, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Somerville?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Somerville 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,063 | $1,750 | $10,000+ |
| Somerville 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,808 | $1,260 | $10,000+ |
| Somerville 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,495 | $1,130 | $10,000+ |
| Somerville 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,019 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Somerville 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,595 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Somerville 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,067 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
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Somerville, MAPopulation: 81,562
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in US Census Population by City
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Frequently Asked Questions about Somerville
What type of rentals are currently available in Somerville?
There are currently 4918 Apartments for Rent in Somerville, MA with pricing that ranges from $800 to $27,790. There are also 3139 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Somerville ranging from $900 to $99,999.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Somerville?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Somerville ranges from $900 to $99,999 with an average monthly rent of $3,972.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Somerville?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Somerville range from $1,000 to $20,550, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,260 to $35,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,130 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $800.
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