
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mystic River Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $1,400 (40 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Mystic River area of Somerville.


20 Lincoln St

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41 Mount Pleasant St

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165 Broadway

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The Guild

47 Mt Vernon St

220 Middlesex Ave

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Revolution at Assembly Row
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325 Revolution Dr

154 Broadway

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154 Broadway

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154 Broadway

29 Minnesota Ave, Unit 2

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23 Benedict St, Unit Somerville unit 3

24 Mt Pleasant St

7 Austin St
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24 Benedict St

24 Benedict St

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41 Florence St, Unit #1

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43 Florence St, Unit #3

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44 Florence St, Unit 1

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Miscela

24 Mt Pleasant St

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Avalon at Assembly Row
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485 Foley St

485 Foley St

44 Florence St, Unit 1

24-28 Mt Pleasant St

333 Great River Rd

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AVA Somerville

445 Artisan Way

24 Mt Pleasant St
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28 Mount Pleasant St, Unit 307

124 Mt Pleasant

24 Mount Pleasant Street

88 Pearl St, Unit 3

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Mezzo Design Lofts

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The Graphic Lofts

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41 Brighton St

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31 Brighton St, Unit 3
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Mystic River, Somerville, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mystic River?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mystic River Studio Apartments | $2,778 | $2,200 | $4,220 |
| Mystic River 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,562 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
| Mystic River 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,143 | $2,500 | $10,000+ |
| Mystic River 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,125 | $2,900 | $6,400 |
| Mystic River 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,587 | $3,700 | $5,200 |
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There are currently 40 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mystic River Neighborhood of Somerville, MA.
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Cheapest Available Mystic River Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mystic River area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at The Guild priced from $2,250. Revolution at Assembly Row has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,393. Here are the most affordable Mystic River apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Guild | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,250 |
| Revolution at Assembly Row | Studio-S4 | Studio,1BA | $2,393 |
| Mezzo Design Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,448 |
| The Graphic Lofts | BS-2 | Studio,1BA | $2,625 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mystic River, MA
As of March 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mystic River area is the $0.26 price per square foot 43 Florence St Model at 43 Florence St, Unit #3 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Mystic River apartment is the 41 Florence St Model at 41 Florence St, Unit #1 starting at $2,600 with a $0.26 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mystic River apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 43 Florence St, Unit #3 | 43 Florence St | 2BR,1BA | $0.26 |
| 41 Florence St, Unit #1 | 41 Florence St | 2BR,1BA | $0.26 |
| 148 Broadway, Unit #164-2A | 148 Broadway | 1BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 27 Mount Vernon St, Unit NA | 27 Mount Vernon St | 2BR,1BA | $0.31 |
| 39 Michigan Ave, Unit #1 | 39 Michigan Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.31 |
| 154 Broadway | 154 Broadway | 1BR,1BA | $0.33 |
| 75 Pearl St, Unit #1 | 75 Pearl St | 2BR,2BA | $0.40 |
| 81 Pearl St, Unit #3 | 81 Pearl St | 2BR,2BA | $0.42 |
| 67 Pearl St, Unit #2 | 67 Pearl St | 2BR,2BA | $0.43 |
| 8 Franklin St, Unit 2 | 8 Franklin St | 4BR,2BA | $2.41 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMystic River, Somerville, MA
Ranked #3
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mystic River Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Mystic River?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mystic River is under $2,625.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mystic River?
The cheapest apartment in Mystic River is The Guild which is listed at $2,500, while the average apartment in Mystic River costs $5,547.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Mystic River?
Cheap apartments in Mystic River have an average cost of $409 which is $5,138 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mystic River.
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