Cheap Homes for Rent in the West Somerville Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $1,300 (21 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the West Somerville area of Somerville.

property at 6 Hill St
$1,300

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,300

Total Monthly Price$1,300
12 Month Lease Term
5 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Nov 1
Furnished

6 Hill St, Unit 6bHillSt

6 Hill St
SomervilleMA02144
  • Smoke Free
property at 35 Sunnyside Ave
$2,600

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,600

Total Monthly Price$2,600
12 Month Lease Term
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Now

35 Sunnyside Ave

ArlingtonMA02474
property at 79 Curtis St
$2,650

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,650

Total Monthly Price$2,650
12 Month Lease Term
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Oct 1
Cost Per Sq.Ft.

79 Curtis St

SomervilleMA02144

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property at 31 Lyman Ave
$3,000

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$3,000

Total Monthly Price$3,000
12 Month Lease Term
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Now
Cost Per Sq.Ft.

31 Lyman Ave

MedfordMA02155

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property at 217 Holland St
$3,100

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$3,100

Total Monthly Price$3,100
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now
Cost Per Sq.Ft.

217 Holland St, Unit 2B

217 Holland St
SomervilleMA02144
property at 5 Quincy St
$3,200

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$3,200

Total Monthly Price$3,200
10 Month Lease Term
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Nov 1
Affordability

5 Quincy St, Unit 5 Quincy St

5 Quincy St
MedfordMA02155
  • Smoke Free
property at 14 Belknap St
$3,300

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$3,300

Total Monthly Price$3,300
12 Month Lease Term
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now
Cost Per Sq.Ft.

14 Belknap St, Unit 2

14 Belknap St
SomervilleMA02144

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Best Value Homes for Rent in West Somerville, MA

As of September 22, 2026 the best value rental home in the West Somerville area is the $0.30 price per square foot 31 Lyman Ave Model at 31 Lyman Ave in the North Medford neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value West Somerville rental home is the 217 Holland St Model at 217 Holland St, Unit 2B in the Strawberry Hill neighborhood starting at $3,100 with a $0.31 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Somerville homes based on price per square foot:

Home ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
31 Lyman Ave31 Lyman Ave3BR, 1BA$0.30
217 Holland St, Unit 2B217 Holland St1BR, 1BA$0.31
14 Belknap St, Unit 214 Belknap St3BR, 1BA$0.33
223 Holland St, Unit 1223 Holland St3BR, 1BA$0.40
3 Hamilton Rd3 Hamilton Rd3BR, 2BA$0.42
227 Holland St, Unit 1227 Holland St3BR, 2BA$0.47
1081 Broadway, Unit 11081 Broadway5BR, 2BA$0.63
208 Holland St, Unit 2A208 Holland St6BR, 3.5BA$0.66
7 Dickson St, Unit #27 Dickson St6BR, 3BA$0.85
35 Woods Ave35 Woods Ave2BR, 1BA$2.27

Frequently Asked Questions about West Somerville

What type of rentals are currently available in West Somerville?

There are currently 171 Apartments for Rent in West Somerville, MA with pricing that ranges from $825 to $9,600. There are also 89 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Somerville ranging from $1,300 to $8,750.

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 $1,300 to $8,750 with an average monthly rent of $4,167.

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 $4,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,000 to $5,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,600.

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