Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Somerville Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $1,700 (24 Rentals)

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West Somerville, Somerville, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Somerville, MA

As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Somerville area is the $0.34 price per square foot 11 Ware St Model at 11 Ware St, Unit 2 in the in the Strawberry Hill neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value West Somerville apartment is the 79 Capen St Model at 79 Capen St, Unit 1 starting at $2,690 with a $0.27 price per square foot in the North Medford neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Somerville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
11 Ware St, Unit 211 Ware St2BR,1BA$0.34
79 Capen St, Unit 179 Capen St2BR,1BA$0.27
23 Curtis St, Unit 123 Curtis St3BR,2BA$0.31
1 Victoria St, Unit 1A1 Victoria St2BR,1BA$0.34
14 Endicott Ave, Unit 214 Endicott Ave1BR,1BA$0.25
260 Boston Ave, Unit 1260 Boston Ave3BR,1BA$0.33
258 Boston Ave, Unit 3258 Boston Ave3BR,1BA$0.34
32 Irvington Rd32 Irvington Rd3BR,1BA$0.36
50 Conwell Ave, Unit 250 Conwell Ave3BR,1BA$0.31
29 Capen St, Unit #229 Capen St2BR,1.5BA$0.30

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Somerville, Somerville, MA

Ranked #15

Among neighborhoods in Somerville, MA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the West Somerville Neighborhood in Somerville, MA

Walk Score®

87 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

89 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

59 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

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