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Apartments for Rent in Somerville MA

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Somerville, MA’s average rent price is $2,918 per month. Compare rent prices and available listings in nearby cities to find better value or more options that fit your budget.

Average Rent
Cambridge $3,233
Medford $2,508
Charlestown $2,959
Everett $2,937
Chelsea $2,610

Average Monthly Rent is calculated using the average rent of active one-bedroom apartment listings.

Somerville, MA Apartments for Rent

Just northwest of Boston, Somerville connects its diverse squares through convenient MBTA access—catch the Red Line at Davis, the Orange Line at Assembly, or hop on the Green Line Extension at Union Square, East Somerville, Gilman Square, and Magoun Square, with Ball Square close by. When you're looking for apartments for rent in Somerville, you'll love the quick commute to Kendall/MIT, Downtown Boston, and Tufts University. Weekends bring endless possibilities: browse shops and walk the Mystic River at Assembly Row (don't miss LEGOLAND Discovery Center Boston), catch a flick at the historic Somerville Theatre in Davis, explore food halls and local vendors at Bow Market in Union Square, soak up skyline views from Prospect Hill Park, or relax at Foss Park.

For renters, each neighborhood offers something special. Davis Square buzzes with cafes, live music, and Red Line convenience. Union Square draws crowds to Bow Market, craft breweries, and its Green Line station. Assembly Square combines riverfront paths, major retailers, and Orange Line access. East Somerville puts you near Foss Park with quick connections to Assembly and Sullivan. Magoun Square serves up neighborhood restaurants alongside its Green Line stop. Gilman Square features a brand-new station with easy access to City Hall and the Somerville High area. Ball Square straddles the Somerville–Medford border, offering beloved breakfast spots and Green Line service. Winter Hill provides tree-lined side streets with speedy bus connections along Broadway. Consider apartments near Assembly Row for shopping and Orange Line access right outside your door, or find rentals near Union Square Station for quick Green Line rides to North Station and Government Center.

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Somerville, MA Rental Insights

The average rent in Somerville, MA is $3,226 per month. By comparison, renters across the U.S. pay an average of $1,626, which means housing in Somerville, MA is slightly more expensive than much of the country.

Find affordable apartments for rent in Somerville, MA by browsing listings in budget-friendly neighborhoods such as Spring Hill, Winter Hill, and Powder House Square. Use filters by price, number of bedrooms, and amenities to narrow your search.

The most popular ZIP codes for renters in Somerville, MA are 02145, 02143, and 02144.

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