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Brookside
129 Mercer StSomerville, NJ 08876
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Dorchester House
215-235 E Main StSomerville, NJ 08876
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373-375 E Main StSomerville, NJ 08876
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South Bridge Gardens
152 S Bridge StSomerville, NJ 08876
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11 New StSomerville, NJ 08876
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Avalon Somerville Station
22 Robeson StSomerville, NJ 08876
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17 Somerset St, Unit 1
17 Somerset St
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21 Oak TerSomerville, NJ 08876
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131 E Cliff St, Unit 131 East Cliff St
131 E Cliff StSomerville, NJ 08876
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70 Veterans Memorial Dr ESomerville, NJ 08876
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Somerville Gardens
150 S Bridge StSomerville, NJ 08876
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44 Veterans Memorial Dr ESomerville, NJ 08876
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The Edge at Main
125 W Main StSomerville, NJ 08876
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110 S Bridge StSomerville, NJ 08876
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Somerville Parc
200 Parcview PlSomerville, NJ 08876
87 W Main St, Unit 2A
87 W Main St
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The Davenport
21 Davenport StSomerville, NJ 08876
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The Roosevelt
168 N Bridge StSomerville, NJ 08876
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Heather Hill Apartments
245-251 Mountain AveSomerville, NJ 08876
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Six North
6 N Doughty AveSomerville, NJ 08876
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Jefferson Apartments
13 Oak Ter BSomerville, NJ 08876
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17 Division StSomerville, NJ 08876
144 E Cliff St
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The Lena
100 River Park DrRaritan, NJ 08869
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22 Glaser Ave, Unit 2
22 Glaser AveRaritan, NJ 08869
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Bridgewater Oaks
89 Tunison LnBridgewater, NJ 08807
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Downtown Somerville, Somerville, NJ Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Somerville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Somerville Studio Apartments | $2,168 | $1,850 | $2,660 |
| Downtown Somerville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,511 | $1,664 | $5,324 |
| Downtown Somerville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,029 | $1,839 | $4,098 |
| Downtown Somerville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,411 | $2,400 | $4,040 |
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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 Dorchester House priced from $1,699. Brookside has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,724. Here are the most affordable Downtown Somerville apartments for rent in Somerville, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester House | 1 Bedroom Small | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
| Brookside | Cambridge Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,724 |
| Namotur Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| South Bridge Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Avalon Somerville Station | S2U | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| The Warehouse | Renovated Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| Lexington Apartments | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| Somerville Gardens | Renovated 1 Bed 1 Bath w/ W/D | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| The Cobalt Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,525 |
| SOMA | Residence B.5 | 1BR,1BA | $2,540 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Somerville, NJ
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Somerville area is the $2.63 price per square foot The Benton Model at Somerville Parc in the in the Downtown Somerville neighborhood starting from $2,740. The second greatest value Downtown Somerville apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at South Bridge Gardens starting at $2,300 with a $2.42 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Somerville Parc | The Benton | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.63 |
| South Bridge Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| The Cobalt Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| SOMA | Residence B | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| Somerville Gardens | Renovated 1 Bed 1 Bath w/ W/D | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| Brookside | Belmont Classic | 2BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Lexington Apartments | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| Dorchester House | 1 Bedroom Small | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Namotur Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.08 |
| The Warehouse | Renovated Studio Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $3.25 |
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Van Derveer Elementary School
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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 $1,699 at Dorchester House.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Somerville is starting from $1,942 at Brookside.
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