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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Somerville Neighborhood of Somerville, NJ from $1,500 (8 Rentals)
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148 Davenport St
SomervilleNJ08876
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$1,795 - $2,2951 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
South Bridge Gardens
152 S Bridge StSomerville, NJ 08876
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$1,875 - $2,2391 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Dorchester House
215-235 E Main StSomerville, NJ 08876
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Lexington Apartments
21 Oak TerSomerville, NJ 08876
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Downtown Somerville, Somerville, NJ Local Guide
Downtown Somerville by Doug Kerr is licensed under CC BY 2.0
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Somerville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Somerville Studio Apartments | $2,100 | $1,800 | $2,300 |
| Downtown Somerville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,527 | $1,512 | $5,324 |
| Downtown Somerville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,968 | $1,754 | $4,058 |
| Downtown Somerville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,773 | $3,500 | $4,300 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Somerville Neighborhood of Somerville, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Somerville Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Somerville area of Somerville, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at South Bridge Gardens priced from $1,795. Namotur Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable Downtown Somerville apartments for rent in Somerville, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Bridge Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Namotur Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| Dorchester House | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Somerville, NJ
As of November 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Somerville area is the $2.33 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at The Davenport in the in the Downtown Somerville neighborhood starting from $3,100. The second greatest value Downtown Somerville apartment is the 40 Glaser Ave Model at 40 Glaser Ave, Unit 40 Glaser Ave starting at $2,500 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Downtown Somerville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Somerville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Davenport | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| 40 Glaser Ave, Unit 40 Glaser Ave | 40 Glaser Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Bridgewater Oaks | 2br 1.5ba | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.30 |
| Somerville Parc | The Aquarius | 2BR,2BA | $2.59 |
| The Warehouse | Thanksgiving Special !! - Ends 11/30 !! | 2BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| South Bridge Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| SOMA | Residence B.3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
| Somerville Gardens | Thanksgiving Special !! - Ends 11/30 !! | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| Dorchester House | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| Namotur Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.00 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown Somerville, Somerville, NJ
Van Derveer Elementary School
Somerville Borough School District
Public School - Grades PK-5 (717)
5 out of 10
Somerville High School
Somerville Borough School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1109)
4 out of 10
Somerville Middle School
Somerville Borough School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (341)
4 out of 10
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Getting Around the Downtown Somerville Neighborhood in Somerville, NJ
Walk Score®
79 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
60 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Somerville Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Somerville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Somerville Apartment is $1,795 at South Bridge Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Somerville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Somerville is starting from $1,963 at Brookside.
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