Cheap Homes for Rent in West Somerville Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $2,000 (25 Rentals)

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property at 19 Arizona Ter

19 Arizona Ter

ArlingtonMA02474
property at 79 Capen St

79 Capen St

MedfordMA02155

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property at 16 Newbury St

16 Newbury St

SomervilleMA02144

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property at 56 Gordon St

56 Gordon St, Unit 1

56 Gordon St
SomervilleMA02144
property at 56 Gordon St

56 Gordon St

SomervilleMA02144

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West Somerville, Somerville, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Somerville, MA

As of May 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Somerville area is the $0.30 price per square foot 51 Fairfax St Model at 51 Fairfax St, Unit 2 in the in the North Medford neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value West Somerville apartment is the 225 Holland St Model at 225 Holland St, Unit 2 starting at $3,650 with a $0.37 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.
51 Fairfax St, Unit 251 Fairfax St2BR,1BA$0.30
225 Holland St, Unit 2225 Holland St3BR,1BA$0.37
217 Holland St, Unit 1B217 Holland St1BR,1BA$0.27
11 Ware St, Unit 211 Ware St2BR,1BA$0.34
75 Capen St, Unit 175 Capen St2BR,1BA$0.28
79 Capen St, Unit 179 Capen St2BR,1BA$0.27
10 Pinkham Rd, Unit 210 Pinkham Rd4BR,1BA$0.36
23 Curtis St, Unit 123 Curtis St3BR,2BA$0.31
23 Curtis St, Unit 123 Curtis St3BR,2BA$0.31
1 Victoria St, Unit 1A1 Victoria St2BR,1BA$0.34

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Somerville

What type of rentals are currently available in West Somerville?

There are currently 623 Apartments for Rent in West Somerville, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,500 to $10,400. There are also 302 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Somerville ranging from $2,000 to $9,200.

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 $2,000 to $9,200 with an average monthly rent of $4,559.

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 $2,850 to $4,850, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,900 to $5,895. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,425 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,249.

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