Cheap Homes for Rent in the Prospect Hill Somerville Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $1,180 (7 Rentals)

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property at 50 Columbus Ave
$2,150

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Base Rent$2,150

Total Monthly Price$2,150
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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50 Columbus Ave, Unit 10

50 Columbus Ave
SomervilleMA02143

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Cheapest Available Prospect Hill Somerville Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Union 346StudioStudio,1BA$2,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Prospect Hill Somerville, MA

As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Prospect Hill Somerville area is the $0.32 price per square foot 26 Bow St Model at 26 Bow St in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Prospect Hill Somerville apartment is the 22 Bow St Model at 22 Bow St, Unit Lo-8 starting at $3,400 with a $0.34 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.
26 Bow St26 Bow St2BR,1BA$0.32
22 Bow St, Unit Lo-822 Bow St2BR,1BA$0.34
20 Radcliffe Rd, Unit 120 Radcliffe Rd2BR,1BA$0.34
387 Somerville Ave, Unit B2387 Somerville Ave3BR,1BA$0.35
11 Vinal Ave, Unit 3A11 Vinal Ave2BR,1BA$0.31
15 Vinal Ave, Unit 2b15 Vinal Ave2BR,1BA$0.28
11 Vinal Ave, Unit 3A11 Vinal Ave2BR,1BA$0.30
112 School St, Unit 112 School St112 School St2BR,1BA$1.87
61 Putnam St, Unit 261 Putnam St4BR,1BA$2.53
25 Bow St, Unit #17 - 3525 Bow St1BR,1.5BA$2.52

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Frequently Asked Questions about Prospect Hill Somerville

What type of rentals are currently available in Prospect Hill Somerville?

There are currently 123 Apartments for Rent in Prospect Hill Somerville, MA with pricing that ranges from $2,200 to $5,400. There are also 43 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Prospect Hill Somerville ranging from $1,130 to $7,100.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Prospect Hill Somerville?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Prospect Hill Somerville ranges from $1,130 to $7,100 with an average monthly rent of $3,842.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Prospect Hill Somerville?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Prospect Hill Somerville range from $3,000 to $5,400, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,300 to $7,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,230 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,700.

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