Somerville Rent Prices & Neighborhood Guide
Young, hip city adjacent to Boston with Davis Square, Assembly Row, and creative community.
Boston, MAAvg Rent: $2,600/moWalk Score: 85
Walkability
85
Walk Score
Transit
78
Transit Score
Commute
15-20 min
To Downtown
Safety
Very Good
Rating
Somerville Rent Prices
Studio
$1,600
per month
1 Bedroom
$2,000
per month
2 Bedrooms
$2,800
per month
3 Bedrooms
$4,000
per month
Rent Trend: Rising
Neighborhood Character
Vibe & Demographics
Neighborhood Vibe
Young, creative, hip
Demographics
Young professionals, students, creatives
Best For
Young professionalsCreativesBikersBudget-conscious Boston
Lifestyle & Amenities
Restaurant Scene
Excellent, diverse, trendy
Nightlife
Very active - Davis Square, bars, music
Schools
Good public schools
Pros & Cons of Living in Somerville
Pros
- Great food scene
- Bikeable
- Community feel
- Less expensive than Boston
Cons
- Cold winters
- Parking difficult
- Getting expensive
- Some areas loud
Parks & Recreation
- Trum Field
- Prospect Hill
- Community Path
Public Transit
- Red Line
- Bus routes
- Community Path
Popular Streets
- Davis Square
- Highland Avenue
- Somerville Avenue
Key Amenities
- Davis Square
- Assembly Row
- Local shops
- Bike paths
Compare with Other Boston Neighborhoods
South End Boston
2BR Rent:$3,600
Walk Score:96
Victorian, diverse, walkable
Jamaica Plain
2BR Rent:$2,700
Walk Score:82
Progressive, diverse, family-friendly
Brookline
2BR Rent:$3,200
Walk Score:82
Affluent, academic, family-friendly
Charlestown
2BR Rent:$3,000
Walk Score:78
Historic, waterfront, townhouses
Cambridge
2BR Rent:$3,600
Walk Score:90
Academic, intellectual, innovative
Helpful Resources for Renters
Moving to Somerville? These resources can help you prepare, understand your rights, and find financial assistance if needed.