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6,863 Apartments for Rent in Somerville, MA

Apartments for Rent in Somerville, MA

Somerville underwent a colossal transformation around the turn of the 21st century. A huge revitalization effort began in the 1990s, and by 2006 Somerville was recognized as the best-run city in Massachusetts. Nowadays, the city is better known for its thriving artistic community and constant self-improvement efforts by citizens and government alike.

There is heavy emphasis on local businesses, which are spread around Somerville in various commercial squares rather than a centralized downtown—this gives folks lots of options when selecting an apartment. Much of the arts and leisure activity is centered around Davis Square, well known for its dining, nightlife, and music venues.

The community is generally quite walkable, and MBTA service makes it exceptionally easy to get to nearby downtown Boston. With the campuses of Harvard, MIT, and Tufts surrounding the city, Somerville is within arm’s reach of some of America’s finest universities.


Somerville, MA Rental Insights

Average Rent Rates

What is the average rent in Somerville, MA?

The average rent in Somerville is $3,139. When you rent an apartment in Somerville, you can expect to pay as little as $2,602 or as much as $4,134, depending on the location and the size of the apartment.

What is the average rent of a Studio apartment in Somerville, MA?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Somerville, MA is $2,602 per month.

What is the average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Somerville, MA?

The average rent for a one bedroom apartment in Somerville, MA is $3,161 per month.

What is the average rent of a 2 bedroom apartment in Somerville, MA?

The average rent for a two bedroom apartment in Somerville, MA is $3,940 per month.

What is the average rent of a 3 bedroom apartment in Somerville, MA?

The average rent for a three bedroom apartment in Somerville, MA is $4,134 per month.

Transportation

How transit friendly is Somerville, MA?

Transit options in Somerville vary, but overall, it has a transit score of 68.

Education

What are the top Elementary schools in Somerville, MA?

In Somerville, you’ll find top-ranking elementary schools like John F. Kennedy Elementary School, Benjamin G Brown, and West Somerville Neighborhood.

What are the top middle schools in Somerville, MA?

Somerville is home to some top-ranking middle schools, including John F. Kennedy Elementary School, West Somerville Neighborhood, and Albert F. Argenziano School At Lincoln Park.

What is the top high school in Somerville, MA?

Moving is tough for high school students! Look for Somerville apartments near top-ranking high schools like Somerville High.

What colleges and universities are in Somerville, MA?

If you’re a student moving to an apartment in Somerville, you’ll have access to Lesley University, Porter, Tufts Univ., Medford, and Lesley University.

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