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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Union Square Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $900 (15 Rentals)
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from $2,5002 Bedroom Apartment Available Jul 1
75 Prospect St, Unit 1
75 Prospect StSomerville, MA 02143
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from $2,550Studio Apartment Available Now
379 Somerville Ave, Unit 1
379 Somerville AveSomerville, MA 02143
379 Somerville Ave
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from $2,600Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 7
Union 346
346 Somerville AveSomerville, MA 02143
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from $2,641Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Prospect Union Square
50 Prospect StSomerville, MA 02143
361 Somerville Ave
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from $2,7001 Bedroom Apartment Available Jul 1
318 Somerville Ave, Unit 34
318 Somerville AveSomerville, MA 02143
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Union Square, Somerville, MA Local Guide
Sunset on the Mystic by Flickr User: ekilby is licensed under CC BY 2.0
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Union Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Square Studio Apartments | $3,342 | $1,900 | $5,568 |
| Union Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,215 | $935 | $8,596 |
| Union Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,112 | $2,300 | $9,451 |
| Union Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,305 | $2,054 | $10,000+ |
| Union Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,993 | $1,996 | $5,000 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Union Square Neighborhood of Somerville, MA.
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Cheapest Available Union Square Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Union Square area of Somerville, MA is a Studio unit found at Prospect Union Square priced from $2,641. 605 Concord at Fresh Pond has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,800. Here are the most affordable Union Square apartments for rent in Somerville, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prospect Union Square | Studio-T-S7 | Studio,1BA | $2,641 |
| 605 Concord at Fresh Pond | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,800 |
| Park 151 | S1 - Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,815 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union Square, MA
As of June 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Union Square area is the $0.31 price per square foot 3 Quincy St Model at 3 Quincy St, Unit 4 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $3,100. The second greatest value Union Square apartment is the 279 Washington St Model at 279 Washington St, Unit 3 starting at $3,235 with a $0.32 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Union Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Quincy St, Unit 4 | 3 Quincy St | 2BR,1BA | $0.31 |
| 279 Washington St, Unit 3 | 279 Washington St | 2BR,1BA | $0.32 |
| 57 Webster Ave, Unit 1 | 57 Webster Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.28 |
| 26 Bow St, Unit 21 | 26 Bow St | 1BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 26 Bow St, Unit #21 | 26 Bow St | 1BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 18 Bow St, Unit 13 | 18 Bow St | 2BR,2BA | $0.38 |
| 28 Quincy St, Unit 3 | 28 Quincy St | 3BR,1BA | $0.34 |
| 379 Somerville Ave, Unit 1 | 379 Somerville Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.26 |
| 8 Homer Sq, Unit 1 | 8 Homer Sq | 2BR,2BA | $0.32 |
| 379 Somerville Ave, Unit 3 | 379 Somerville Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.32 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUnion Square, Somerville, MA
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Among neighborhoods in Somerville, MA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Union Square Neighborhood in Somerville, MA
Walk Score®
98 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
94 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
72 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Union Square Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Union Square?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Union Square is under $2,815.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Union Square?
The cheapest apartment in Union Square is 605 Concord at Fresh Pond which is listed at $3,100, while the average apartment in Union Square costs $4,976.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Union Square?
Cheap apartments in Union Square have an average cost of $1,554 which is $3,422 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Union Square.
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