Cheap Homes for Rent in West Somerville Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $1,600 (30 Rentals)

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property at 15 Piggott Rd

15 Piggott Rd

MedfordMA02155
property at 65 Woods Ave

65 Woods Ave

SomervilleMA02144
property at 217 Holland St

217 Holland St, Unit 3B

217 Holland St
SomervilleMA02144
property at 67 Fairfax St

67 Fairfax St, Unit 1

67 Fairfax St
SomervilleMA02144
property at 53 Fairfax St

53 Fairfax St, Unit 1

53 Fairfax St
SomervilleMA02144
property at 29 Victoria St

29 Victoria St, Unit 1

29 Victoria St
SomervilleMA02144

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property at 139 Hillsdale Rd

139 Hillsdale Rd, Unit 2

139 Hillsdale Rd
SomervilleMA02144
property at 218 Holland St

218 Holland St, Unit 2B

218 Holland St
SomervilleMA02144
property at 94 North St

94 North St, Unit 1

94 North St
SomervilleMA02144
property at 94 North St

94 North St

SomervilleMA02144
property at 94 North St

94 North St

SomervilleMA02144

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property at 56 Gordon St

56 Gordon St

SomervilleMA02144
property at 56 Gordon St

56 Gordon St, Unit 1

56 Gordon St
SomervilleMA02144
property at 72 Marshall St

72 Marshall St

MedfordMA02155
property at 1 Victoria St

1 Victoria St, Unit 1A

1 Victoria St
SomervilleMA02144

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property at 78 Orchard St

78 Orchard St

MedfordMA02155
property at 44-46 Woods Ave

44-46 Woods Ave

SomervilleMA02144
property at 258 Boston Ave

258 Boston Ave, Unit #3

258 Boston Ave
MedfordMA02155
property at 165 Sharon St

165 Sharon St

MedfordMA02155

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property at 269 Alewife Brook Pky

269 Alewife Brook Pky, Unit 1

269 Alewife Brook Pky
SomervilleMA02144
property at 260 Boston Ave

260 Boston Ave, Unit 1

260 Boston Ave
MedfordMA02155

West Somerville, Somerville, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Somerville, MA

As of December 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Somerville area is the $0.30 price per square foot 1 Victoria St Model at 1 Victoria St, Unit 1A in the in the Strawberry Hill neighborhood starting from $2,975. The second greatest value West Somerville apartment is the 96 Conwell Ave Model at 96 Conwell Ave, Unit 1 starting at $3,000 with a $0.30 price per square foot in the Strawberry Hill 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.
1 Victoria St, Unit 1A1 Victoria St2BR,1BA$0.30
96 Conwell Ave, Unit 196 Conwell Ave2BR,1BA$0.30
96 Conwell Ave, Unit 296 Conwell Ave2BR,1BA$0.30
96 Conwell Ave, Unit 196 Conwell Ave2BR,1BA$0.30
218 Holland St, Unit 3A218 Holland St1BR,1BA$0.28
1 Victoria St, Unit #1A1 Victoria St2BR,1BA$0.30
79 Capen St, Unit 179 Capen St2BR,1BA$0.27
69 Raymond Ave, Unit 1R69 Raymond Ave2BR,1BA$0.26
211 Holland St, Unit #3B211 Holland St1BR,1BA$0.28
68 Waterhouse St, Unit 268 Waterhouse StStudio ,1BA$0.22

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Somerville, Somerville, MA

Ranked #19

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Somerville

What type of rentals are currently available in West Somerville?

There are currently 186 Apartments for Rent in West Somerville, MA with pricing that ranges from $2,000 to $8,437. There are also 135 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Somerville ranging from $1,650 to $11,600.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Somerville?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Somerville ranges from $1,650 to $11,600 with an average monthly rent of $4,220.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West Somerville?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Somerville range from $2,500 to $4,750, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,995 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,300.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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