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Houses for Rent in Somerville, MA

1-20 of 80 rentals

$5,200

19 Sunset Rd

Situated just minutes from Tufts University, this unit features: Hardwood flooring throughout. High end, fully equipped kitchen. Stainless appliances inc dishwasher. Separate formal dining room. Spacious & sun filled living room. 4 generously sized bedrooms. Large closets & ample storage space. Updated tiled full bathroom. Convenient in unit washer & dryer. 2 off street parking spaces included. This property is situated in an unbeatable location in Somerville just minutes to Tufts University. Near parks, shopping, outdoor recreation, dining, nightlife, bars and more.

House for rent at 71 Cross St #2, Somerville, MA 02145

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Managed by Sarah Martin

$4,000

House4 Beds2 Baths1,600 ft²

71 Cross St #2

Somerville, MA 02145

Spacious 4 Bed 2 Bath between 0.5 Miles to Union Square and 0.7 Miles to Assembly ROW and Orange Line T stop. Top two floors of two-family house. Formal Living/Dining, Plenty of counter space and cabinets, Ss appliances, Gas stove and Dishwasher. All bedrooms are good size, skylights in the bedrooms on top floor. Two Full bathrooms, one on first floor and one on the second floor. IN-UNIT laundry on 2nd floor. Hardwood floors throughout. Great space and location, Shops, Restaurants and Bars in Union Square around the corner, also easily accessible to get to Sullivan T stop. Laundry: washer/dryer.

House for rent at 271 Highland Ave #1, Somerville, MA 02143

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Managed by Andrew Gordetsky

$3,500

House3 Beds1.5 Baths1,034 ft²

271 Highland Ave #1

Somerville, MA 02143

Available September 1- This is an excellent opportunity to find comfort living with access to all the city has to offer. Unbelievable deal on a stunning 3bd/1.5ba very close to both Davis and Porter Squares (red line). Easy access for MIT, Harvard and downtown Boston. Unit is also located close to the future green-line extension. Huge interior with modern kitchen and bathrooms. Updated appliances, granite countertops and great cabinetry. All 3 bedrooms are generous in size. Living space has nice closets as well. Hardwood flooring throughout. 2 off-street parking. Free laundry. Available: September 1, 2025. Shared laundry facilities.

House for rent at 10 Clifton St #1, Somerville, MA 02144

Managed by Danielle Freudenthal

$3,300

House2 Beds1 Bath850 ft²

10 Clifton St #1

Somerville, MA 02144

This charming unit boasts hardwood floors, high ceilings and spacious rooms with large windows that allow in an abundance of natural light. large eat in kitchen with plenty of cabinets and is equipped with a gas range, built in microwave, dishwasher and in unit washer and dryer, a sun drenched living room, a full bath with new vanity, fixtures, lighting and ceramic tiling and tub/shower combo and 2 good sized bedrooms with big windows and closets. There is also a shared yard. Street parking. Pets negotiable.

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Managed by Sarah Martin

$5,200

House4 Beds2 Baths1,500 ft²

102 Morrison Ave #2

Somerville, MA 02144

Second floor of Multi-Family between Davis and Porter Sq. 4 Bed 2 Full Bath IN-UNIT Laundry, Large Deck and Yard. Open Kitchen/Living with Granite Counters, Breakfast Bar, Stainless-Steel Appliances, Dish/Disposal. Hardwood Floors throughout. Four Good sized bedrooms and Living room. Marble tiled bathrooms. Private Front Porch & Back Porch with large shared yard. The backyard overlooks the Somerville Community Path into Davis Square, you can access the path straight from your yard. Easy access to Red Line T Stops in Davis and Porter Square.

House for rent at 368 Washington St #1, Somerville, MA 02143

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Managed by Sarah Martin

$3,500

House3 Beds1 Bath1,100 ft²

368 Washington St #1

Somerville, MA 02143

Renovated. 3 Bed 1 Bath - Between Harvard, Inman, Porter and Union Square. Features: In-Unit Laundry, Dedicated storage in the basement. Newly finished Hardwood floors, newly renovated bath, Eat-in Kitchen with Ss Dishwasher, gas stove with vent hood and large pantry. 3 good sized bedrooms, large enough to fit king/queen sized beds. Off-St Parking available. Laundry: washer/dryer. In - Unit, Garbage, Water, OffStreet, Gas & Washer/Dryer.

Managed by Marc Roos

$3,850

House3 Beds1 Bath

22 Grand View Ave #1

Somerville, MA 02143

Grand unit in historic house featuring: Hardwood flooring throughout. Fully equipped eat in kitchen. Spacious & sunny living room. Nicely sized bedrooms. Updated tiled full bathroom. Laundry in building. Available rental parking. Incredible location in Somerville s sought after Union Square. Somerville & Cambridge blend together in this desirable & trendy neighborhood close to shopping, dining, nightlife, bars and more. Convenient to Red Line at Porter Square either by foot, bike or via the many major Mbta bus route stops nearby. Easy Orange Line access at Sullivan Square stop.

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Managed by Senne - Cambridge Office

$4,950

House3 Beds2.5 Baths

12 Fisk Ave

Somerville, MA 02143

This sparkling, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath single family is near Magoun Square. Open kitchen with dishwasher and granite countertops. Dining area. Hardwood floors througout. Two of the bedrooms have skylights. Laundry in basement. Front porch and back yard. Two car tandem parking. Note: pull down attic. Note: Cat or dog (breed restrictions) are negotiable. Tenants to pay the water bill. Shared laundry facilities. Shared, Dishwasher, Water, OffStreet, Gas & Laundry.

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Managed by Andrew Gordetsky

$4,500

House5 Beds1 Bath1,433 ft²

34 Summer St #2

Somerville, MA 02143

Available September 1st - A Huge 5 bedroom, 1 bath home in a great Summer St location in Somerville right above Union Square. Just 5-7 minutes to the Union Sq Green line Mbta and next to tons of hot spots in Union and Inman Square. Apt features In Unit Laundry, dishwasher, hardwood floors and good sized bedrooms. Pets negotiable. Tenants pay for their own gas and electric bills. Laundry: washer/dryer. In - Unit, Water, OnStreet, Gas & Washer/Dryer.

House for rent at 69 Conwell Ave #1, Somerville, MA 02144

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Managed by Sarah Martin

$3,100

House3 Beds1 Bath1,150 ft²

69 Conwell Ave #1

Somerville, MA 02144

3 Bed, 1 Bath - Spacious. Tufts/Davis Square. Spacious 3 bed/1 bath on the 1st floor of a triple decker. Features: Large bedrooms that can each comfortably fit a queen sized bed. Eat-in-kitchen with gas stove, dishwasher and ample cabinet and counter space. Large enclosed 3 season porch off the back. Laundry in the basement. Outdoor space. Great Location. Close to Tufts and Davis Square. Shared laundry facilities. Cats Allowed, Shared, Garbage, Water, OffStreet, Gas & Laundry.

House for rent at 69 Florence St #3, Somerville, MA 02145

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Managed by Andrew Gordetsky

$3,000

House2 Beds1 Bath1,000 ft²

69 Florence St #3

Somerville, MA 02145

No Broker Fee. Gorgeously renovated and modern 2ba/1ba in a great location on a quiet residential street in East Somerville just a few blocks from Sullivan Station (orange line), East Somerville (green line) and Assembly ROW. Contemporary remodel with updated kitchen-featuring wrap-around cabinetry and Ss appliances. Unit boasts two extremely large bedrooms that have plenty of space to include an office/gaming set-up or a cozy reading nook. Shared yard in the back for Bbq. Great access to major routes (1, 93, 28) and to downtown Boston via the bus routes and T lines. No window A/C units. Portable ACs only.

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Managed by Sarah Martin

$4,200

House4 Beds2 Baths1,350 ft²

86 Fellsway #3

Somerville, MA 02145

Spacious 4 bed 2 bath right across from Foss Park. Features Central A/C. 4 good sized bedrooms,1 bedroom has en-suite bathroom. Second Full has full tub and shower. Eat-in Kitchen with granite coutners, stainless Steel Appliances, Dishwasher and gas stove. 1 Off-Street parking available. Laundry on site. Shared laundry facilities. Cats Allowed, Shared, Garbage, Water, OffStreet, Gas & Laundry.

House for rent at 34 Sunset Rd #2, Somerville, MA 02144

Managed by Danielle Freudenthal

$3,400

House3 Beds1 Bath1,000 ft²

34 Sunset Rd #2

Somerville, MA 02144

This charming unit boasts hardwood floors, high ceilings, a spacious living room with large windows that allow in an abundance of natural light, a formal dining room, eat in kitchen with granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances including a gas range and dishwasher. Additionally there are 3 good sized bedrooms with big windows and closets and a full bath with tub/shower combo. Private back deck. Laundry in building. No pets. 1 Off street parking spot. Located just over 10 min from Medford/Tufts T stop and close to many shops, markets, restaurants, parks and more. Available 9/1. Shared laundry facilities.

House for rent at 91 Glen St #2A, Somerville, MA 02145

New - 2 days ago

Managed by Gateway Real Estate

$3,300

House3 Beds1 Bath1,100 ft²

91 Glen St #2A

Somerville, MA 02145

Cats Negotiable, No Dog. Parking Included, Outdoor, 1 Spaces. Water included in the rent. Laundry on Site.

Townhouse for rent at 23 Irvington Rd #2, Somerville, MA 02144

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Managed by Modern Real Estate

$3,550

Townhouse3 Beds1 Bath1,300 ft²

23 Irvington Rd #2

Somerville, MA 02144

Available July 1, August 1 or September 1. Renovated Duplex 3-bed unit. Updated kitchen with new appliances and granite countertops which leads to a nice back deck, new recessed lighting, Bath with all new fixtures that has been fully renovated. Updated light fixtures, new moldings and completely painted. A very sunny living room opens up to a equally sunny dining room with high ceilings and a great built in china cabinet. All rooms are wired for cable including a great office space that leads out to a deck off the front of the house.

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Managed by Gateway Real Estate

$3,900

House3 Beds1 Bath1,300 ft²

32 Irvington Rd #2C

Somerville, MA 02144

Covered Patio/Deck Dishwasher Disposal Fenced Yard Free Laundry Fully Renovated Granite Counter Tops Hardwood Cabinets Large Bedrooms Laundry in Building Living Room Microwave Modern Kitchen Natural Light / Sunny New/Renovated Bath New/Renovated Kitchen New Appliances Outdoor Space Parking Included Porch Recessed Lighting Remodeled Unit Storage. Parking Included, Tandem, 3 Spaces. Deck Dining Room Duplex Hardwood Floors High Ceiling.

House for rent at 76 Heath St #76, Somerville, MA 02145

New - 2 days ago

Managed by Tom Devine

$4,550

House4 Beds2 Baths

76 Heath St #76

Somerville, MA 02145

Laundry: washer/dryer. In - Unit, Water, Gas & Washer/Dryer.

$2,950

Top floor duplex in Somerville that features: Hardwood flooring throughout. Fully equipped modern eat in kitchen. Newer appliances inc dishwasher. Spacious & sun drenched living room. Large first floor bedroom w/ closet. 2 equal sized top floor bedrooms. Ample closet & storage space. Nicely updated full tiled bathroom. Washer & dryer hook ups in unit. Laundry machines in building. Private rear deck shared backyard. Prime location in East Somerville. Close to Orange Line trains at Sullivan Square and a quick commute to the Red Line via the Mbta bus routes.

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Managed by Nathaniel Hilbert

$2,595

House1 Bed1 Bath

55 Bonair St #1

Somerville, MA 02145

Recently updated 1.5br w- Living Room and Dining room. Smaller 2nd bedroom, could be used as office or study. Eat in Kitchen. Hardwood floors. Front porch and shared back yard. Excellent Space and convenient location in Somerville. Easy access to route 28/93 and minutes to Sullivan Square and Assembly ROW. Laundromat nearby. Cats Allowed, OnStreet & Oil.

New - 2 days ago

Managed by John Conroy

$3,400

House2 Beds1 Bath1,014 ft²

34 Everett Ave #2

Somerville, MA 02145

Laundry: washer/dryer. Cats Allowed, IN - Unit, Water, OffStreet, Gas & Washer/Dryer.

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What to Know About

Life in Somerville & Beyond

Somerville shares many of the great qualities that make Massachusetts a desirable place to live.

Massachusetts is rich in American history and renowned for its beautiful cities and breathtaking natural landscapes. Visit historical sites such as the Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum to experience the birthplace of America. In addition, it's the home to world-class universities such as Harvard University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), and Boston College, adding to the state's innovation and education. Massachusetts also has a strong job market and a thriving economy.

For sports fans, Massachusetts is home to the New England Patriots (NFL), Boston Bruins (NFL), Boston Red Sox (MLB), Boston Celtics (NBA), and iconic venues such as Fenway Park and Gillette Stadium. In addition, the state offers a diverse range of outdoor experiences for those seeking adventure, from whale watching on the Cape Cod coast to hiking in the scenic Berkshire Mountains. See famous attractions like the Salem Witch Trials Memorial, the New England Aquarium, and the charming Martha's Vineyard.

With its warm and welcoming atmosphere, rich historical heritage, and endless opportunities, embrace the Bay State and discover why Massachusetts is the ideal place to call home.

Rental Market Trends

Somerville, MA

As of August 2025, Somerville's rental market is highly competitive, where rentals lease within days, often attracting multiple applications and above-asking offers. Somerville's average rent is 10.6% ($292) higher than the Massachusetts average of $2,762 and 70.6% ($1,264) higher than the U.S. average of $1,790.

Average Rent

$3,054

Monthly ChangeMonth Over Month Change

1.1% ($33)

Yearly ChangeYear Over Year Change

10.7% ($365)

Avg. Days on MarketAverage Days on Market

Unit Type	Average Rent	Monthly ChangeMonth Over Month Change	Yearly ChangeYear Over Year Change
1 Bed	$2,398	1.3% ($31)	9.1% ($240)
2 Beds	$3,188	0.1% ($4)	9.9% ($350)
3 Beds	$3,887	0.5% ($21)	14.7% ($671)

Nearby Cities	Average Rent	Avg. Rent vs. SomervilleAverage Rent vs. Somerville	Avg. Days on MarketAverage Days on Market
Cambridge	$3,444	12.8% ($390)	21 days
Medford	$3,154	3.3% ($100)	27 days
Charlestown	$3,850	26.1% ($796)	35 days
Allston	$2,946	3.5% ($108)	40 days
Everett	$2,812	7.9% ($242)	24 days

Rental market trends are calculated using listing data from RentalSource.

Frequently Asked Questions

Somerville Rental Market FAQs

Explore rental prices, market trends, and availability in Somerville, MA.

What is the average rent in Somerville, MA?

The average rent in Somerville, MA is $3,054 per month.

What is the rental price range for houses in Somerville, MA?

Houses in Somerville typically rent for between $1,679 and $5,053 per month, with an average of $3,054 per month.

What is the average rent for different bedroom sizes in Somerville, MA?

In Somerville, the average rent for a 1-bedroom house is $2,398 per month, for a 2-bedroom house, $3,188 per month, and a 3-bedroom house is $3,887 per month.

How do rent prices in Somerville, MA compare with the national average?

The average rent in Somerville is 70.6% ($1,264) higher than the national average of $1,790 per month.

How have rent prices in Somerville, MA changed recently?

The average rent in Somerville has increased by 1.1% ($33) in the last month and decreased by 10.7% ($365) over the past year.

How competitive is the rental market in Somerville, MA?

The rental market in Somerville, MA, is currently highly competitive, where rentals lease within days, often attracting multiple applications and above-asking offers.

How long do rentals stay on the market in Somerville, MA?

In Somerville, MA, the average rental stays on the market for approximately 23 days. While most properties are rented within this timeframe, factors like seasonality, demand, and property type can affect how quickly a rental leases.

How many rental properties are available in Somerville, MA?

There are currently 732 rental properties available in Somerville, MA.

Can I afford to rent a house in Somerville, MA?

Based on the current averages, a household would need an annual income of $127,520 to comfortably afford a 2-bedroom house in Somerville.