Somerville Apartment Rentals
One of the most densely populated and transit-rich cities in New England, Somerville is built around a string of lively squares just north of Cambridge and Boston. With the Red Line at Davis, the Orange Line at Assembly, and the new Green Line Extension, nearly every neighborhood now sits within a short walk of rapid transit.
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*Comprehensive inventory across all 16 Somerville neighborhoods as of August 15, 2026.
The Squares of Somerville
Somerville's identity is defined by its neighborhood squares, each a distinct commercial and transit hub:
- Davis Square: The city's best-known hub - a Red Line stop packed with restaurants, theaters, and nightlife.
- Union Square: A fast-growing dining and arts district, now served by the Green Line Extension.
- Assembly Square: A waterfront redevelopment with its own Orange Line stop and the Assembly Row shopping district.
- Ball, Magoun & East Somerville: Residential squares along the new Green Line Extension corridor.
- Teele Square & the Tufts area: Northwest neighborhoods anchored by Tufts University and Powderhouse Park.
- Inman Square, Winter Hill, Spring Hill, Prospect Hill & Kirkland: Classic residential neighborhoods rounding out the city.
Finding an Apartment
Somerville is one of Greater Boston's most in-demand rental markets, driven by students, young professionals, and its proximity to Cambridge, Kendall Square, and the new Green Line. Units move fast around the September 1 lease cycle, so start your search 60-90 days in advance.
Somerville FAQ
Transportation: The Red Line stops at Davis and Porter, the Orange Line at Assembly, and the Green Line Extension serves Union Square and the Medford branch through Somerville.
Parking: Most Somerville streets are resident-permit only, so confirm parking arrangements before you sign a lease.