
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mystic River Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $1,300 (29 Rentals)
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18 Rush St

110 Perkins St, Unit 7

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110 Perkins St, Unit 7

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13 Cutter St, Unit #1

110 Perkins St, Unit 9

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41 Mount Pleasant St
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The Guild

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165 Broadway

154 Broadway, Unit 202

154 Broadway, Unit 314

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325 Revolution Dr

154 Broadway, Unit 409

154 Broadway, Unit 306
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154 Broadway, Unit 403

154 Broadway, Unit 407

29 Minnesota Ave, Unit 2

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154 Broadway

154 Broadway, Unit 307

14-16 Rhode Island Ave

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AVA Somerville
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24 Mt Pleasant St, Unit 303

46 Broadway

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18 Hathorn St, Unit 18 Hathorn

24 Mount Pleasant Street

124 Mt Pleasant

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Mezzo Design Lofts

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23 Parker St, Unit 2
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The Graphic Lofts
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 | $2,864 | $1,750 | $4,950 |
| Mystic River 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,574 | $1,380 | $10,000+ |
| Mystic River 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,547 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| Mystic River 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,259 | $2,900 | $7,198 |
| Mystic River 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,641 | $3,100 | $5,495 |
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There are currently 29 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 Mezzo Design Lofts priced from $2,564. The Graphic Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,710. Here are the most affordable Mystic River apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mezzo Design Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,564 |
| The Graphic Lofts | BS-2 | Studio,1BA | $2,710 |
| Montaje | B-A2 | Studio,1BA | $2,755 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mystic River, MA
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mystic River area is the $0.33 price per square foot 9 Parker St Model at 9 Parker St, Unit 2 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Mystic River apartment is the 110 Perkins St Model at 110 Perkins St, Unit 7 starting at $1,750 with a $0.18 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Parker St, Unit 2 | 9 Parker St | 3BR,1BA | $0.33 |
| 110 Perkins St, Unit 7 | 110 Perkins St | Studio ,1BA | $0.18 |
| 165 Broadway | 165 Broadway | 3BR,1BA | $0.39 |
| 67 Pearl St, Unit #2 | 67 Pearl St | 2BR,2BA | $0.43 |
| 8 Franklin St, Unit 2 | 8 Franklin St | 4BR,2BA | $2.41 |
| 15 Indiana Ave, Unit #17 | 15 Indiana Ave | 4BR,2BA | $2.56 |
| 63 Pinckney St, Unit #1 | 63 Pinckney St | 2BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| 63 Pinckney St, Unit 3 | 63 Pinckney St | 3BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| 6 Lincoln Ave, Unit 1 | 6 Lincoln Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.42 |
| 13 Cutter St, Unit #1 | 13 Cutter St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMystic River, Somerville, MA
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Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet 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 $2,755.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mystic River?
The cheapest apartment in Mystic River is The Guild which is listed at $3,000, while the average apartment in Mystic River costs $5,095.
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 $399 which is $4,696 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mystic River.
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