Park 151
151 N First St,
Cambridge, MA 02141
$2,775 - $10,747 | Studio - 3 Beds
East Somerville combines the quiet charm of historic homes and modern apartments for rent with the activity of an energetic business district. The neighborhood sits less than five miles north of downtown Boston. The transportation hub of Sullivan Square bordering the neighborhood connects commuters to both Boston and Cambridge by bus and subway. There are several small parks for residents to enjoy a breath of fresh air.
The center of East Somerville is Broadway where you can find small businesses and restaurants offering diverse cuisine. Locals love the annual Foodie Crawl held here, which showcases international food options found in this neighborhood. You can try injera at Fasika Ethiopian Restaurant or the meat buffet at Gauchao Brazilian Cuisine. If you are an art lover, check out Mudflat Studios to admire the ceramic creations or try it out yourself by taking a wheel-throwing class in its brightly-lit space. East Somerville borders Assembly Square, a major destination for shopping, dining, and entertainment. Here you can find luxury brands, casual eats, a movie theater, and a Legoland Discovery Center.
East Somerville is a great location for commuters with quick access to colleges and cultural hubs. Harvard University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology are only 15 minutes away, giving quick access to the famed Harvard and Central Squares. Rent in Somerville if you want a variety of amenities, convenience, and great location.
As of July 2025, the average apartment rent in East Somerville is $2,854 for a studio, $3,262 for one bedroom, $4,385 for two bedrooms, and $4,216 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in East Somerville has increased by 2.7% in the past year.
Studio
471 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$2,854/month
Average Rent
1 BR
716 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$3,262/month
Average Rent
2 BR
794 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$4,385/month
Average Rent
3 BR
903 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$4,216/month
Average Rent
Very Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Excellent Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.
Biker's Paradise
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Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2025.