Cheap Homes for Rent in Prospect Hill Somerville Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $1,100 (15 Rentals)

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22 Bow St, Unit 2

22 Bow St
SomervilleMA02143

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8 Avon St, Unit 9

8 Avon St
SomervilleMA02143

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property at 117 Cross St

117 Cross St, Unit 2

117 Cross St
SomervilleMA02145

Prospect Hill Somerville, Somerville, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Prospect Hill Somerville, MA

As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Prospect Hill Somerville area is the $0.26 price per square foot 379 Somerville Ave Model at 379 Somerville Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,550. The second greatest value Prospect Hill Somerville apartment is the 26 Bow St Model at 26 Bow St, Unit 21 starting at $3,000 with a $0.30 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.
379 Somerville Ave, Unit 1379 Somerville AveStudio ,1BA$0.26
26 Bow St, Unit 2126 Bow St1BR,1BA$0.30
26 Bow St, Unit #2126 Bow St1BR,1BA$0.30
379 Somerville Ave, Unit 9379 Somerville AveStudio ,1BA$0.30
379 Somerville Ave, Unit 9379 Somerville AveStudio ,1BA$0.30
379 Somerville Ave, Unit 9A379 Somerville AveStudio ,1BA$0.30
379 Somerville Ave, Unit 9T379 Somerville AveStudio ,1BA$0.30
379 Somerville Ave, Unit 9379 Somerville AveStudio ,1BA$0.30
3 Quincy St, Unit 43 Quincy St2BR,1BA$0.31
379 Somerville Ave, Unit 3379 Somerville Ave1BR,1BA$0.32

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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 244 Apartments for Rent in Prospect Hill Somerville, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,900 to $5,950. There are also 78 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Prospect Hill Somerville ranging from $1,160 to $5,250.

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 $5,250 with an average monthly rent of $3,507.

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 $2,695 to $4,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,300 to $5,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,160 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,400.

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