Cheap Homes for Rent in the Ward Two Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $1,180 (34 Rentals)

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property at 310 Prospect St

$1,300

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$1,300

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$1,300

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

310 Prospect St, Unit 3

310 Prospect St
CambridgeMA02139
property at 18 Rush St

$1,500 - $1,650

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$1,500 - $1,650

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$1,500 - $1,650

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

18 Rush St

SomervilleMA02145

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property at 69 Dana St

$1,700 - $2,500

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$1,700 - $2,500

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$1,700 - $2,500

Studio To 1 Bedroom Condos for Rent

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69 Dana St

CambridgeMA02138
property at 401 Broadway

$1,950 - $2,395

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$1,950 - $2,395

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$1,950 - $2,395

Studio To 1 Bedroom Condos for Rent

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401 Broadway

CambridgeMA02139

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property at 67 Gore St

$2,100

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$2,100

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$2,100

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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67 Gore St, Unit 2R

67 Gore St
CambridgeMA02141
property at 151 Summer St

$2,125 - $3,100

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$2,125 - $3,100

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$2,125 - $3,100

1 To 2 Bedroom Condos for Rent

Available Sep 1

151 Summer St

SomervilleMA02143
property at 153 Summer St

$2,150 - $3,850

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$2,150 - $3,850

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$2,150 - $3,850

1 To 4 Bedroom Condos for Rent

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153 Summer St

SomervilleMA02143
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
property at 155 Summer St

$2,175

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$2,175

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$2,175

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

155 Summer St, Unit 9R

155 Summer St
SomervilleMA02143

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property at 154 Summer St

$2,200 - $3,100

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$2,200 - $3,100

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$2,200 - $3,100

1 To 2 Bedroom Condos for Rent

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154 Summer St

SomervilleMA02143
property at 168 Summer St

$2,200

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$2,200

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$2,200

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

168 Summer St, Unit A

168 Summer St
SomervilleMA02143
property at 315 Elm St

$2,250

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$2,250

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$2,250

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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315 Elm St

CambridgeMA02139
property at 152 Summer St

$2,300 - $4,250

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$2,300 - $4,250

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$2,300 - $4,250

1 To 4 Bedroom Condos for Rent

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152 Summer St

SomervilleMA02143
property at 39 Cross St

$2,300

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$2,300

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$2,300

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 31

39 Cross St, Unit 1

39 Cross St
SomervilleMA02145

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Ward Two, Somerville, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ward Two, MA

As of August 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ward Two area is the $0.24 price per square foot 153 Summer St Model at 153 Summer St, Unit 1 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Ward Two apartment is the 76 Cross St Model at 76 Cross St, Unit 2 starting at $3,200 with a $0.32 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ward Two apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
153 Summer St, Unit 1153 Summer St1BR,1BA$0.24
76 Cross St, Unit 276 Cross St2BR,1BA$0.32
43 Oak St, Unit 143 Oak St2BR,1BA$0.31
26 Bow St26 Bow St2BR,1BA$0.32
955 Cambridge St955 Cambridge St2BR,1BA$0.31
39 Cross St39 Cross StStudio ,1BA$0.24
27 Forest St27 Forest St3BR,1BA$0.33
6 Bedford St, Unit R36 Bedford St1BR,1BA$0.26
6 Bedford St, Unit 3B6 Bedford St1BR,1BA$0.26
85 Glen St, Unit 85R85 Glen St3BR,1BA$0.30

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Ward Two, Somerville, MA

Ranked #20

Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ward Two

What type of rentals are currently available in Ward Two?

There are currently 758 Apartments for Rent in Ward Two, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $13,171. There are also 369 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ward Two ranging from $1,180 to $12,350.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Ward Two?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Ward Two ranges from $1,180 to $12,350 with an average monthly rent of $3,314.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Ward Two?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Ward Two range from $1,300 to $7,799, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,280 to $12,350. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,310 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.

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