
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Prospect Hill Somerville Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $1,600 (25 Rentals)
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4 Webster Ave

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17 Quincy St, Unit 2

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4 Webster Ave, Unit 2

136 School St

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123 Highland Ave
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11 Columbus Ave, Unit G

54 Bonair St

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11 Columbus Ave, Unit 1

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129 Highland Ave, Unit 26

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130 Highland Ave, Unit 4

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30 Bow St, Unit 14F
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Union 346

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18 Aldersey St, Unit 22

202 Washington St

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82 Highland Ave, Unit 203

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202 Washington St, Unit 1

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45 Prescott St, Unit 1
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45 Prescott St, Unit 1

80 Highland Ave

45 Prescott St

4A-6 Pleasant Ave

123 Highland Avenue

The Hollander
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Prospect Hill Somerville, Somerville, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Prospect Hill Somerville?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prospect Hill Somerville Studio Apartments | $2,484 | $2,000 | $2,720 |
| Prospect Hill Somerville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,752 | $1,695 | $3,525 |
| Prospect Hill Somerville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,373 | $2,500 | $4,700 |
| Prospect Hill Somerville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,346 | $2,600 | $4,400 |
| Prospect Hill Somerville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,232 | $3,795 | $4,695 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Prospect Hill Somerville Neighborhood of Somerville, MA.
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Cheapest Available Prospect Hill Somerville Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 136 School St | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| Union 346 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,420 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Prospect Hill Somerville, MA
As of January 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Prospect Hill Somerville area is the $0.30 price per square foot 33 Stone Ave Model at 33 Stone Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Prospect Hill Somerville apartment is the 8 Munroe St Model at 8 Munroe St, Unit #5 - 2 starting at $4,400 with a $0.44 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 Stone Ave, Unit 1 | 33 Stone Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 8 Munroe St, Unit #5 - 2 | 8 Munroe St | 4BR,1BA | $0.44 |
| 26 Bow St, Unit #21 | 26 Bow St | 1BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 26 Bow St, Unit 2I | 26 Bow St | 2BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 22 Bow St, Unit Lo-8 | 22 Bow St | 2BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 18 Aldersey St, Unit 22 | 18 Aldersey St | 1BR,1BA | $0.25 |
| 30 Bow St, Unit 14F | 30 Bow St | Studio ,1BA | $0.24 |
| 11 Columbus Ave, Unit 1 | 11 Columbus Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 33 Stone Ave, Unit 1 | 33 Stone Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 33 Stone Ave, Unit #1 | 33 Stone Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.30 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleProspect Hill Somerville, Somerville, MA
Ranked #4
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Prospect Hill Somerville Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Prospect Hill Somerville?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Prospect Hill Somerville is under $2,420.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Prospect Hill Somerville?
The cheapest apartment in Prospect Hill Somerville is 136 School St which is listed at $2,150, while the average apartment in Prospect Hill Somerville costs $5,250.
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