Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Prospect Hill Somerville Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $900 (24 Rentals)

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434 McGrath Hwy

SomervilleMA02143
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4A-6 Pleasant Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

4A-6 Pleasant Ave

4A-6 Pleasant AveSomerville, MA 02143
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123 Highland Avenue
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

123 Highland Avenue

121-123 Highland AveSomerville, MA 02143

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The Hollander
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Hollander

2-6a Pleasant AveSomerville, MA 02143

Prospect Hill Somerville, Somerville, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Prospect Hill Somerville Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Anthem EverettS1Studio,1BA$2,325
605 Concord at Fresh PondStudioStudio,1BA$2,800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Prospect Hill Somerville, MA

As of June 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Prospect Hill Somerville area is the $0.35 price per square foot 90 Gilman St Model at 90 Gilman St, Unit 1 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Prospect Hill Somerville apartment is the 3 Quincy St Model at 3 Quincy St, Unit 4 starting at $3,100 with a $0.31 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Prospect Hill Somerville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
90 Gilman St, Unit 190 Gilman St3BR,1BA$0.35
3 Quincy St, Unit 43 Quincy St2BR,1BA$0.31
22 Grand View Ave, Unit 122 Grand View Ave3BR,1BA$0.36
279 Washington St, Unit 3279 Washington St2BR,1BA$0.32
26 Bow St, Unit 2126 Bow St1BR,1BA$0.30
26 Bow St, Unit #2126 Bow St1BR,1BA$0.30
28 Quincy St, Unit 328 Quincy St3BR,1BA$0.34
379 Somerville Ave, Unit 1379 Somerville AveStudio ,1BA$0.26
8 Homer Sq, Unit 18 Homer Sq2BR,2BA$0.32
379 Somerville Ave, Unit 3379 Somerville Ave1BR,1BA$0.32

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Prospect Hill Somerville, Somerville, MA

Ranked #4

Among neighborhoods in Somerville, MA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Prospect Hill Somerville Neighborhood in Somerville, MA

Walk Score®

95 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

89 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

72 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Prospect Hill Somerville Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Prospect Hill Somerville?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Prospect Hill Somerville is at Anthem Everett listed at $2,325.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Prospect Hill Somerville Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Prospect Hill Somerville Apartment is $2,500 at Anthem Everett.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Prospect Hill Somerville Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Prospect Hill Somerville is starting from $3,300 at Anthem Everett.

What is the most affordable Prospect Hill Somerville Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Prospect Hill Somerville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Luxe at Alewife and starts from $5,352.

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