House Sitting in Somerville
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Top rated Somerville house sitters
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Tiffany was great! She was prompt and professional and took great care of Maggie. She took her for walks and outside to play while we were away. She also has good dog management skills which were obvious when she came to meet Maggie and get instructions. She immediately calmed her down and brought her energy under control. Our house was neat and everything was in its place. We will definitely book her next time we are out of town!”

“Erica was fantastic with our two miniature wires hair dachshunds. She stayed at the home and kept our dogs company while we were away over the Thanksgiving week. She kept us updated through the week and took them for walks. We highly recommend her.”

“I’ve lost count of how many times Aubrianna has taken care of our pups and she’s always the best! We come home to happy boys and a clean house every time. Her communication is perfect and she’s always reliable!”

“Christopher was fantastic. He helped us with so much more than just our pets after just moving to the area. He was extremely accommodating of our last minute request, and kept us updated throughout the stay. Glad to have found him.”

“Emma was absolutely incredible while we were out of the country for two weeks! She sent photos regularly and my pets snuggled w her so I felt relaxed knowing they were getting lots of cuddles while we were gone. When my dog had an upset tummy she was prompt in letting me know and taking appropriate measures.”

“Farrin is an angel and took amazing care of my little treasure! She is attentive, loving toward animals and kept me feeling secure knowing she was there while I was gone! I'll never need anyone else to take care of my buddy...thank you Farrin for being absolutely incredible! My buddy is very "complicated" with his care, so I really needed someone that understood the complexities of caring for a dog that has special attentive needs, especially at feeding time. Farrin excelled my expectations and left me feeling blessed knowing she was here. Thank you Farrin, you ROCK!”

About: I have spent much of my life around animals. Growing up with dogs, cats, and many others has helped me cultivate patience, compassion, and a deep love for all fur babies. I look forward to getting to know and caring for your beloved pets. As an online student, I have a flexible schedule and am able to plan my studies around giving your pets the care and attention they deserve. For pet sitting and house sitting, I make it a priority to ensure each pet receives individualized attention while honoring the pet parents’ wishes. Being present in the home allows me to closely monitor your pets and care for your home as well.
“Melissa was incredible. It was our first time having a housesitter and Melissa exceeded our expectations. We got multiple updates and photos each day without having to ask. Our house was immaculate and our puppy was happy. So grateful for Melissa!”

“Alexis was fantastic with our pets. She was super professional and responsive in setting things up. We could tell when we got back that all our fur babies were taken care of and spoiled while we were away.”

“I cannot recommend Steven enough. I needed someone to watch my three dogs over the Christmas holidays while I traveled for urgent family needs. I was honestly very worried about leaving them behind during such a chaotic time, but Steven made the entire process incredibly easy. From our very first conversation to the moment I got back, his communication was top-notch. He stayed at my home and kept me in the loop with daily updates, which allowed me to focus on my family without stress. He even brought in packages that arrived while I was away. If you need a trustworthy, communicative sitter who will treat your home and pets with respect, hire Steven!”

“Kiley is awesome! She did a great job house sitting and caring for our elderly dog. She administered his medications with no issues. House was left clean and pets were happy! We are so glad we have someone local we can trust.”

“Chelsea was absolutely amazing. I had her come to my house and meet my Buddy right away, I knew she was the one!! My dog takes medication no problem giving it to him. She just has such a nice way about her and her love for animals. Definitely will be having her back to watch my Buddy on our next vacay. Highly Recommended”

“Odessa was great with Dex! Dex has dog reactivity and does not like new people. Odessa was great during the initial meetup. They were following our requests. Odessa took a great care of Dex when we were gone for 4 days. We came back to a very happy and well taken care dog! We will definitely work with Odessa on our future trips!”

About: Cared for multiple pets in one household, ensuring a harmonious and happy environment. I customize care routines to suit each pets unique needs. Dedicated, Compassionate and Reliable pet giver. I am passionate about providing exceptional care for pets, treating each one as if they were my own. I have excellent skills in Behavior understanding, customized care, enrichments expertise, professionalism, emergency preparedness. My goal is to make pets feel loved and cared for while keeping their owners reassured and stress free. Pet care is a family effort in our home, and we treat every dogs/cats like part of the family. With years of experience and a loving environment, your dog will feel safe, comfortable, and right at home with us. When pets come to my home I have a fence huge backyard. I prepare a safe Environment-pet proof. Stick to their routine, socialization, Activities and enrichment activities such as engage them with toys, playtime and walks. Can offer quite and rest periods for anxious pets. For Clients home I respect their space, keep home tidy and follow clients rules. Follow instructions, Provide updates, Maintain security, build trust with pets and clients. Always prepared for Emergency, Hygiene and cleanliness. I have to tailor care to each environment so I can ensure the pets feel safe, loved and well cared for.
“Matisa was wonderful with our 2 dogs and 2 cats! She even stayed an extra night at last minute when we were stranded at an airport on vacation. We appreciate her willingness to be flexible!”

About: Hello! My name is Lauryn, and I can't wait to meet your fuzzy friends. I have cared for dogs both personally and professionally since I was 12 years old. I currently live with my rescue pitbull/terrier mix who I love more than anything. I'm comfortable taking dogs for long and varied walks, as well as providing at home enrichment and care. I believe all pets deserve love exactly the way they are, and no friend is too "difficult" to deserve love. I know pet care requires great trust, and I won't take that lightly. Thank you for getting to know a little bit about me, and I hope to get to know more about your pet soon! I am a teacher, so I have lots of summer availability. I can offer daily and nightly house visits, walks and care. I also accept same day bookings. If you select me to help take care of your loved ones in your home, I promise to treat your space and your pet(s) with the same respect I treat my classroom and home. I prioritize cleanliness, organization and attentiveness while in others homes and while caring for their fuzzy friends.

“Gabriel was a great pet sitter for my little guy! On time, left my place clean and always communicated! He will take great care of any animal. I’ll definitely be booking him again!”

Over 1 pet parents in Somerville have booked house sitting
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Somerville is $50
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Sitters in Somerville average 4 repeat house sitting clients
House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Somerville on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $50 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A house sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your needs.
As of Jun 2026, there are 2,224 house sitters in Somerville. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect house sitter near you. As a reminder, house sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your house’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, 86% of Somerville house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Somerville have an average of 15 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 repeat clients. Experience can vary from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare house sitters in Somerville.
Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. Somerville house sitters are great for:
- Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
- Cats and caged pets
- Pet parents on a tight schedule
- Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away
Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your house sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your house sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your house sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your house sitter’s cancellation policy.



