Cheap Homes for Rent in the Prospect Hill Somerville Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $1,100 (9 Rentals)

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property at 50 Columbus Ave

$2,150

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$2,150

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$2,150

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

50 Columbus Ave, Unit 10

50 Columbus Ave
SomervilleMA02143

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property at 8 Avon St

$2,850

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$2,850

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$2,850

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

8 Avon St, Unit 9

8 Avon St
SomervilleMA02143
property at 117 Cross St

$3,000

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$3,000

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$3,000

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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117 Cross St, Unit 117

117 Cross St
SomervilleMA02145

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Prospect Hill Somerville, MA

As of July 22, 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 301 Somerville Ave Model at 301 Somerville Ave, Unit I starting at $5,000 with a $3.30 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
301 Somerville Ave, Unit I301 Somerville Ave2BR,2BA$3.30
61 Putnam St, Unit 261 Putnam St4BR,1BA$2.53
22 Hamlet St, Unit 422 Hamlet St3BR,2BA$3.13
77 Columbus Ave, Unit 177 Columbus Ave3BR,2BA$3.27
17 Quincy St, Unit 217 Quincy St1BR,1BA$1.88
22 Pleasant Ave, Unit 122 Pleasant Ave2BR,1BA$3.20
119 Highland Ave, Unit 3119 Highland Ave1BR,1BA$3.25
430 McGrath Hwy, Unit 409430 McGrath Hwy1BR,1BA$3.27
95 Highland Ave, Unit B95 Highland Ave1BR,1BA$2.93

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Prospect Hill Somerville, Somerville, MA

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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 130 Apartments for Rent in Prospect Hill Somerville, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,250 to $5,100. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Prospect Hill Somerville ranging from $1,160 to $6,500.

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 $1,160 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,219.

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 $1,500 to $4,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,400 to $4,450. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,410 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,795.

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