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

21 Endicott Ave, Unit 6

21 Endicott Ave, Unit 6

22 Endicott Ave, Unit 21-4

22 Endicott Ave, Unit 21-4

21 Endicott Ave, Unit 1
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1139 Broadway, Unit 7

14 Garrison Ave, Unit 8

3 Westminster St

14 Endicott Ave, Unit 2

153 W Adams St, Unit 2
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12 Conwell Ave, Unit 1

12 Conwell Ave, Unit R

1131 Broadway, Unit 3

3 Westminster St, Unit 1

211 Holland St, Unit 3A

211 Holland St, Unit 3A

211 Holland St, Unit 3B

217 Holland St, Unit 2

6 Arizona Terrace

19 Arizona Terrace
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West Somerville, Somerville, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Somerville?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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West Somerville Studio Apartments | $2,312 | $1,725 | $3,200 |
West Somerville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,467 | $1,900 | $2,800 |
West Somerville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,128 | $2,350 | $4,300 |
West Somerville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,627 | $2,850 | $4,850 |
West Somerville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,461 | $3,425 | $5,750 |
West Somerville 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,479 | $4,200 | $7,800 |
West Somerville 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,950 | $5,945 | $9,900 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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11 Ware St, Unit 2 | 11 Ware St | 2BR,1BA | $0.34 |
79 Capen St, Unit 1 | 79 Capen St | 2BR,1BA | $0.27 |
23 Curtis St, Unit 1 | 23 Curtis St | 3BR,2BA | $0.31 |
1 Victoria St, Unit 1A | 1 Victoria St | 2BR,1BA | $0.34 |
14 Endicott Ave, Unit 2 | 14 Endicott Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.25 |
260 Boston Ave, Unit 1 | 260 Boston Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.33 |
258 Boston Ave, Unit 3 | 258 Boston Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.34 |
32 Irvington Rd | 32 Irvington Rd | 3BR,1BA | $0.36 |
50 Conwell Ave, Unit 2 | 50 Conwell Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.31 |
29 Capen St, Unit #2 | 29 Capen St | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.30 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Somerville, Somerville, MA
Ranked #15
Among neighborhoods in Somerville, MA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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