5+ Days Ago
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Somerville, NJ 08876, USA
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Property Overview
78-84 W Main - Somerville Arms offers strong overall value, ranking in the 85.71 percentile for price per square foot compared to nearby options. Residents can enjoy excellent everyday convenience with public transportation immediately accessible and a grocery store located just over a quarter-mile away, supporting Zumper’s positive expert view of the property.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
More space- Dishwasher
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 997 sqft | $2,300 /mo | 1 unit available | Luxury one bed, one bath. Large open floor plan. Bright, sunny unit. Commuters dream! Right in the middle of downtown Somerville with shops right outside your front door. Short 3 minute walk to the train station. |
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About 78-84 W Main - Somerville Arms
Luxury one bed, one bath. Large open floor plan. Bright, sunny unit. Commuters dream! Right in the middle of downtown Somerville with shops right outside your front door. Short 3 minute walk to the train station.
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 78-84 W Main - Somerville Arms is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 78-84 W Main - Somerville Arms has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
78-84 W Main - Somerville Arms offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
78-84 W Main - Somerville Arms goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including building or unit level amenities. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 78-84 W Main - Somerville Arms receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
78-84 W Main - Somerville Arms is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 78-84 W Main - Somerville Arms does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
78-84 W Main - Somerville Arms provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 78-84 W Main - Somerville Arms compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 216 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Somerville
1-bedroom apartments at 78-84 W Main - Somerville Arms cost about 10% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Somerville.
Median rents as of May 16 2026.
Somerville
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,163 |
| July 2024 | $2,109 |
| August 2024 | $2,235 |
| January 2025 | $2,207 |
| February 2025 | $2,223 |
| March 2025 | $2,275 |
| April 2025 | $2,333 |
| May 2025 | $2,328 |
| June 2025 | $2,301 |
| July 2025 | $2,318 |
| August 2025 | $2,241 |
| September 2025 | $2,245 |
| October 2025 | $2,233 |
| November 2025 | $2,226 |
| December 2025 | $2,229 |
| January 2026 | $2,240 |
| February 2026 | $2,233 |
| March 2026 | $2,236 |
| April 2026 | $2,270 |
| May 2026 | $2,231 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 78-84 W Main - Somerville Arms
Stony Brook School
136 cedar grove rd
branchburg, NJ, 8876
4-5Public
A-
Whiton Elementary School
470 whiton rd
neshanic station, NJ, 8853
PK, K-3Public
B+
Somerset Elementary Academy
7 finderne ave
bridgewater, NJ, 8807
K-8Public
Bedminster Township School
234 somerville rd
bedminster, NJ, 7921
PK, K-8Public
A-
Smalley Elementary School
163 cherry avenue
bound brook, NJ, 8805
3-6Public
C-
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Neighborhood
Getting around NJ 08876 near Somerville
Walking
3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
1/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for Somerville, NJ 08876
Groceries
1/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk
Shopping
2/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
3/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
1/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk
High schools
0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
2/10
Some bars within walking distance
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Jos. A Bank
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Giorgio Dry Cleaning & Tailoring
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Starbucks
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Conte Coffee
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Tim Hortons
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Thirsty's Restaurant & Tavern
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H Bar
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Willie McBride's
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De Cicco's Bar
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Michaels Char Broiled Grill
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