
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Magoun Square Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $1,200 (21 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Magoun Square area of Somerville.


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90 Albion St

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482 Broadway

469 Medford St

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543 Broadway, Unit 2T

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543 Broadway, Unit 543A

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543 Broadway, Unit 2
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543 Broadway, Unit 2

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18 Murdock St, Unit #14 - 1.6

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69 Partridge Ave, Unit 3

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6 Trull St, Unit 1R

246 Highland Ave, Unit 2

482 Broadway, Unit 2

141 Albion St, Unit 2
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11 Murdock St, Unit 3-2

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14 Murdock St, Unit 3-2

32 Richardson St

301 Lowell St

17 Wheeler Ave
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Magoun Square, Somerville, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Magoun Square?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magoun Square Studio Apartments | $2,875 | $2,150 | $3,600 |
| Magoun Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,666 | $2,400 | $2,800 |
| Magoun Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,092 | $2,600 | $3,700 |
| Magoun Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,980 | $3,095 | $5,295 |
| Magoun Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,849 | $3,000 | $5,995 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Magoun Square Neighborhood of Somerville, MA.
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Cheapest Available Magoun Square Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor at Maxwell's Green | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Magoun Square, MA
As of December 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Magoun Square area is the $0.45 price per square foot 29 Alpine St Model at 29 Alpine St, Unit 1 in the in the Harvard Square neighborhood starting from $4,495. The second greatest value Magoun Square apartment is the 29 Alpine St Model at 29 Alpine St, Unit 1 starting at $4,695 with a $0.47 price per square foot in the Harvard Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Magoun Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Alpine St, Unit 1 | 29 Alpine St | 3BR,2BA | $0.45 |
| 29 Alpine St, Unit 1 | 29 Alpine St | 3BR,2BA | $0.47 |
| 6 Hinckley St, Unit 1 | 6 Hinckley St | 2BR,1BA | $0.33 |
| 5 Clyde St | 5 Clyde St | 2BR,1BA | $0.35 |
| 18 Murdock St, Unit #14 - 1.6 | 18 Murdock St | 1BR,1BA | $0.28 |
| 18 Princeton St, Unit #1 | 18 Princeton St | 3BR,2BA | $0.45 |
| 12 Fiske Ave, Unit 1 | 12 Fiske Ave | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.37 |
| 543 Broadway, Unit 2 | 543 Broadway | 2BR,1BA | $0.27 |
| 543 Broadway, Unit 2 | 543 Broadway | 2BR,1BA | $0.27 |
| 543 Broadway, Unit 543A | 543 Broadway | 2BR,1BA | $0.26 |
Getting Around the Magoun Square Neighborhood in Somerville, MA
Walk Score®
91 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
87 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
55 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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