
Pet Friendly Homes for Rent in Somerville, MA (1,417 Rentals)
Homes for rent in Somerville that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


151 Summer St

153 Summer St

155 Summer St, Unit 9R

154 Summer St
293 Beacon St, Unit 2

20 Chester St, Unit 26

39 Cross St, Unit 1

50 Columbus Ave, Unit 10
286 Beacon St, Unit 1
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54 Atherton St, Unit 1R

509 Medford St, Unit 2

29 Minnesota Ave, Unit 2

14 Murdock St, Unit 1
284 Beacon St, Unit 1

39 Cross St, Unit 1

76 Fremont St
189 Beacon St, Unit 3

585 Somerville Ave, Unit A

148 Broadway
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13 Harrison St, Unit 2

25 MacArthur St

246 Highland Ave, Unit 2

482 Broadway, Unit 2

8 Avon St, Unit 9

136 Broadway, Unit 3
187 Beacon St, Unit 3

157 Summer St

6 Nevada Ave, Unit 3

221 Holland St
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29 Victoria St, Unit 1

585 Somerville Ave

218 Holland St, Unit 2B

36 Bond St, Unit 1R

58 Medford St

131 Josephine Ave, Unit 2

24 Ellington Rd

103 Summer St, Unit #2

33 Spencer Ave, Unit 2

121 Highland Rd, Unit 1
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117 Cross St, Unit 117

123 Highland Ave, Unit 11

217 Holland St, Unit 2B

41 Cross St, Unit A

9 Windsor Rd

27 Mount Vernon St, Unit 1

6 Hinckley St

100 Fellsway W, Unit 2

58 Medford St, Unit 3-bed SOMER

359 Lowell St
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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 | $3,933 | $2,100 | $10,000+ |
| Somerville 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,560 | $1,110 | $10,000+ |
| Somerville 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,293 | $1,125 | $10,000+ |
| Somerville 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,716 | $1,160 | $10,000+ |
| Somerville 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,667 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Somerville 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,580 | $1,075 | $9,300 |
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Somerville, MAPopulation: 81,562
Ranked #425
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 5235 Apartments for Rent in Somerville, MA with pricing that ranges from $800 to $25,927. There are also 3728 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Somerville ranging from $1,000 to $30,000.
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 $1,000 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,298.
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 $950 to $19,559, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,110 to $22,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,125 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $800.
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