Average Rent in Somerville, MA and Rent Price Trends

Rent price summary for
Somerville, MA

As of November 2024, the median rent for all bedroom counts and property types in Somerville, MA is $3,150. This is +57% higher than the national average.

$3.61

average price per square foot

Median rent

$3,150

over the previous yearvs previous year

Total rentals

374

for rent on Zumper.com

As of November 2024, the median rent for all bedroom counts and property types in Somerville, MA is $3,150. This is +57% higher than the national average.

$3.61

average price per square foot

Rent ranges

42%

37%

11%

$0-$1,500$0 - $1,500

$1,501-$3,000$1,501 - $3,000

$3,001-$4,500$3,001 - $4,500

$4,501-$6,000$4,501 - $6,000

$6,001-$50,000$6,001 - $50,000

Households

67%

33%

Renter-occupied

Owner-occupied

Median rent and rent ranges are based on Zumper inventory in the last 30 days. Household data are provided by the US Census Bureau.

Rent comparables in
Somerville, MA
The monthly rent for an apartment in Somerville, MA is $3,200. A 1-bedroom apartment in Somerville, MA costs about $2,694 on average, while a 2-bedroom apartment is $3,355. Houses for rent in Somerville, MA are more expensive, with an average monthly cost of $5,100.


1 bedroom	$2,701	5%	1%
2 bedroom	$3,340	8%	8%
3 bedroom	$3,365	4%	8%
4 bedroom	$4,857	10%	5%
Studio	$2,248	8%	5%

		Comparables
Davis Square	$3,515
East Somerville	$3,053
Mystic River	$3,718
Powder House	$3,651
Prospect Hill	$2,675
Spring Hill	$2,876
Ten Hills	$2,609
Ward Two	$3,394
West Somerville	$4,517
Winter Hill	$2,956


Apartments	$3,200	2%	No Change
Condos	$3,475	7%	No Change
Houses	$5,100	9%	No Change
Rooms	$1,250	6%	No Change

Studio

Average rent

$2,248

Last 30 days

Last year

1 bedroom

Average rent

$2,701

Last 30 days

Last year

2 bedroom

Average rent

$3,340

Last 30 days

Last year

3 bedroom

Average rent

$3,365

Last 30 days

Last year

4 bedroom

Average rent

$4,857

Last 30 days

10%

Last year

The table above reflects average rent prices in Somerville, MA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.

Compare rent prices in Somerville, MA to other cities

Median rent prices in Somerville, MA for all bedroom counts and property types compared to Boston, MA.

Somerville

Median rent price$3,150

57%

higher than the national median

Median rent price$3,300

65%

higher than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Somerville, MA is 5% lower than the median rent in Boston, MA.

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29 Crocker St, Somerville, MA 02143, USA

379 Summer St, Somerville, MA 02144, USA

388 Highland Ave, Somerville, MA 02144, USA

317 Highland Ave, Somerville, MA 02144, USA

11 Heath St, Somerville, MA 02145, USA

19 George St, Somerville, MA 02145, USA

376 Highland Ave, Somerville, MA 02144, USA

10 Hall St, Somerville, MA 02144, USA

114 Josephine Avenue, Somerville, MA 02144, USA

11 Claremon St, Somerville, MA 02144, USA

315 Highland Ave, Somerville, MA 02144, USA

39 Adrian Street, Somerville, MA 02143, US

21 Sartwell Ave, Somerville, MA 02144, USA

84 Bristol Rd, Somerville, MA 02155, USA

400 Broadway, Somerville, MA 02145, USA

45 Newbury St, Somerville, MA 02144, USA

22 Bolton St, Somerville, MA 02143, USA

173 Walnut St, Somerville, MA 02145, USA

19 George St, Somerville, MA 02145, USA

14 Washington Terrace, Somerville, MA 02143, US

Discover rentals in Somerville, MA

1d ago

7.3

Very good

SCC Properties

7 Memorial Rd, Somerville, MA 02145

Studio–2 beds

1 bath

$950–$3,231

Ten Hills apartment for rent in Somerville

Available Feb 22

5d+ ago

Spring Hill apartment for rent in Somerville

38 Craigie St, Somerville, MA 02143

1 bed

1 bath

$1,000

Spring Hill apartment for rent in Somerville

Available Aug 1

Multiple bedrooms available in Dec-Jan period in this clean and bright 2-family house. Quiet and safe neighborhood. Hard wood floor. Laundry in house. Parks nearby. Driveway parking available. Convenient location. 3-minute walk to buses 83/87 stops, Blue Bike station, Starbucks and Subway restaurant. 8-minute walk to Porter Square Redline T, commuter train, CVS, Star Market and local restaurants. From there you can arrive at Harvard square, Central square, Kendal MIT, MGH, downtown and Davis square all within 10-min subway ride. Looking for graduate student, researcher or

5d+ ago

Ward Two apartment for rent in Somerville

18 Webster Ave, Somerville, MA 02143

1 bed

1 bath

$1,200

Ward Two apartment for rent in Somerville

Available Sep 16

Amazing 4 bedroom, 1 bathroom shared apartment in Somerville. Amenities included: dishwasher, storage, washer dryer, and laundry in building. Utilities included: air conditioning and water. Date Available: Dec 1st 2024. $1,200/month rent. $200 security deposit required. Please submit the form on this page or contact RealtyTech at 617-590-0587 to learn more. This property is managed by a responsible landlord using Avail landlord software.

5d+ ago

Ward Two apartment for rent in Somerville

Beacon St #25, Somerville, MA 02143

2 beds

1 bath

$2,275

Ward Two apartment for rent in Somerville

Available Nov 15

Looking for a great deal on 2 bed? Heat and water Included Two bed/1bath Open Plan living room/kitchen combo Laundry in building Garage parking available 15 Mins to Harvard 11/15 Multi Family

No fee

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400 Mystic Avenue

400 Mystic Ave #366, Somerville, MA 02145

2 beds

2 baths

$2,290

Ten Hills apartment for rent in Somerville

We offer custom pricing for any duration. Rates may vary upon exact move in and move out dates. The rate for this home starts at $2,290* / mo. Please visit our website and enter your dates of stay to see up-to-date pricing for your specific booking. *Price quoted is: (1) based on moving in the first day the unit becomes available, (2) applicable only if billed upfront; can be higher if billed in multiple payments, (3) exclusive of any taxes or utilities. Show up and start living from day one in Somerville with this bright two bedroom Blueground apartment. You’ll love com

5d+ ago

West Somerville apartment for rent in Somerville

Broadway #1L, Somerville, MA 02144

2 beds

1 bath

$2,300

West Somerville apartment for rent in Somerville

Available Nov 15

EXCELLENT 2 Bedroom apt. within a short walk to Davis Square !! Super clean unit in MINT Condition !! ~ Features Hardwood floors & tall ceilings ... great closet space in unit ... Also has a large Eat in Kitchen and a cool back PORCH ... KILLER SOMERVILLE LOCATION !! within minutes to Teele Sq - Tufts - Cambridge and Harvard - Porter Sq's... walk to supermarkets, shops & restaurants... Davis Square Redline is less than a mile up the street .. Teele Sq / PJ Ryan's, Rudy's etc. is 5 mins away ... MUST SEE !!

5d+ ago

Ward Two apartment for rent in Somerville

57 Oak St #2, Somerville, MA 02143

2 beds

1 bath

$2,350

Ward Two apartment for rent in Somerville

Newly renovated two Bedroom unit comes with gleaming hardwood floors throughout, all brand new kitchen appliances, landlord will be installing a new Coin-op washer and dryer in the basement for your convenience, very close to the new Green Line Extension at Union Square scheduled to be open March 2022 about 5 minutes walk. Per Owner NO SMOKE, GOOD CREDIT and REFRENCES ARE REQUIRED.

5d+ ago

Prospect Hill apartment for rent in Somerville

7 Putnam St #2L, Somerville, MA 02143

2 beds

1 bath

$2,381

Prospect Hill apartment for rent in Somerville

Available Nov 1

This is a large space, with two spacious bedrooms, separate living room, an eat-in kitchen with big storage pantry and an extra small room that would be great for a home office. Lot's of windows and natural light! There's laundry on site and a large common area behind the building that's great for grilling and socializing.