Park 151
151 N First St,
Cambridge, MA 02141
$2,729 - $8,935 Total Monthly Price
Studio - 3 Beds
Rental Market Trends in Somerville, MA
What is the average rent in Somerville, MA?
$3,350/month
Average Rent
672 Sq Ft
Average Apartment Size
+2.8%
Increase in the Last Year
Somerville, MA Rental Market Overview
The average rent in Somerville, MA is $3,350 per month. This is 104% higher than the national average rent price of $1,644/month, making Somerville one of the most expensive cities in the US.
- Studio apartments in Somerville average $2,779 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Somerville average $3,350 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Somerville average $4,078 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Somerville average $4,169 or more per month.
Data Updated: June, 2026
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How much has average rent changed in Somerville, MA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 2.8%, which averages out to $96 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
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Rent Ranges in Somerville, MA
Last Updated June 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
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0%
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0%
$700 - $1,000/month
5%
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13%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
82%
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Rent by Neighborhood
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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Somerville?
Based on current rent prices, Spring Hill, Prospect Hill Somerville and Magoun Square are the most affordable neighborhoods in Somerville.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Somerville?
Based on current rent prices, Union Square, East Somerville and Assembly Square are the most expensive neighborhoods in Somerville.
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Which Somerville neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Somerville with the most apartments available are Assembly Square, East Somerville and Spring Hill .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Somerville, MA?
Because the average rent in Somerville is $3,350, you’ll want to make about $11,166 per month or $133,992 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Somerville, MA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Somerville, MA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
Studio
$2,423/month
$2,822/month
One Bedroom
$2,704/month
$3,708/month
Two Bedroom
$4,094/month
$4,198/month
Three Bedroom
$4,600/month
$8,754/month
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Methodology
† 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.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
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 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.