Apartments for Rent in the Powder House Square Neighborhood of Somerville, MA (873 Rentals)

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136 & 138 Highland Avenue
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$2,150 - $2,645
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$2,150 - $2,645
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136 & 138 Highland Avenue

136-138 Highland AveSomerville, MA 02143
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131 Josephine Ave, Unit 2
$3,500
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$3,500
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$3,500
3 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

131 Josephine Ave, Unit 2

131 Josephine AveSomerville, MA 02144
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310 Lowell St, Unit 1
$4,700
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$4,700
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$4,700
5 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

310 Lowell St, Unit 1

310 Lowell StSomerville, MA 02145
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19 Banks St, Unit 1T
$3,990
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$3,990
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$3,990
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19 Banks St, Unit 1T

19 Banks StSomerville, MA 02144
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14 Peterson Ter, Unit 2
$4,195
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$4,195
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$4,195
2 Bedroom Apartment Available Feb 28, 2026

14 Peterson Ter, Unit 2

14 Peterson TerSomerville, MA 02143
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58 Atherton St, Unit 2
$2,700
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$2,700
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$2,700
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Dec 1

58 Atherton St, Unit 2

58 Atherton StSomerville, MA 02143
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58 Atherton St, Unit 2
$2,700
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$2,700
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$2,700
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Dec 1

58 Atherton St, Unit 2

58 Atherton StSomerville, MA 02143
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309 Beacon St, Unit 1
$7,900
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$7,900
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$7,900
6 Bedroom Apartment Available Sep 1, 2026

309 Beacon St, Unit 1

309 Beacon StSomerville, MA 02143
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27R Albion St, Unit 1
$4,400
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$4,400
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$4,400
4 Bedroom Apartment Available Dec 1

27R Albion St, Unit 1

27R Albion StSomerville, MA 02143
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92 Wallace St, Unit 1
$900
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$900
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$900
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92 Wallace St, Unit 1

92 Wallace StSomerville, MA 02144
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41 Bay State Ave
$3,200
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$3,200
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$3,200
2 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

41 Bay State Ave

41 Bay State AveSomerville, MA 02144
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29 Trull St, Unit 2
$3,500
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$3,500
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$3,500
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29 Trull St, Unit 2

29 Trull StSomerville, MA 02145
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119 Central St
$4,200
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$4,200
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$4,200
2 Bedroom Apartment Available Dec 1

119 Central St

119 Central StSomerville, MA 02145
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50 Bromfield Rd, Unit 1
$3,000
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$3,000
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$3,000
3 Bedroom Apartment Available Dec 1

50 Bromfield Rd, Unit 1

50 Bromfield RdSomerville, MA 02144
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11 Belmont Sq
$3,200
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$3,200
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$3,200
2 Bedroom Apartment Available Dec 1

11 Belmont Sq

11 Belmont SqSomerville, MA 02143
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428 Broadway, Unit 1
$2,400
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$2,400
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$2,400
2 Bedroom Apartment Available Dec 1

428 Broadway, Unit 1

428 BroadwaySomerville, MA 02145
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140 Highland Ave, Unit 22
$2,200
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$2,200
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$2,200
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140 Highland Ave, Unit 22

140 Highland AveSomerville, MA 02143
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97 Morrison Ave, Unit #2
$3,100
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$3,100
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$3,100
3 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

97 Morrison Ave, Unit #2

97 Morrison AveSomerville, MA 02144
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4 Forster St, Unit 1
$1,850
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$1,850
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$1,850
Studio Apartment Available Jan 1, 2026

4 Forster St, Unit 1

4 Forster StSomerville, MA 02145
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201 College Ave, Unit 1
$6,000
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$6,000
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$6,000
4 Bedroom Apartment Available Jun 1, 2026

201 College Ave, Unit 1

201 College AveSomerville, MA 02144
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10 Central St, Unit T
$2,900
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$2,900
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$2,900
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Jan 1, 2026

10 Central St, Unit T

10 Central StSomerville, MA 02143
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102 Morrison Ave, Unit 2A
$5,200
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$5,200
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$5,200
4 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

102 Morrison Ave, Unit 2A

102 Morrison AveSomerville, MA 02144
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140 Highland Ave, Unit 3
$2,295
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$2,295
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$2,295
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

140 Highland Ave, Unit 3

140 Highland AveSomerville, MA 02143
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Powder House Square, Somerville, MA Local Guide

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Massachusetts including Powder House Square, Somerville, and the greater Somerville area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Family-Friendly Rating

Renting for your family? Amongst all of the submarkets in Somerville, this section of town is one of our favorite communities for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. Family Friendly neighborhoods provide resources like parks, trails and recreation, and more.

Outdoors Rating

For some, access to nice outdoor spaces is something they look for when they rent. This area is a highly-rated residential area for its parks, paths, and trails, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

Powder House Square has now become known as one of the best-regarded high-end submarkets in town, with a score of 2.5 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, maid services, views, access to parks, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Luxury submarkets also often offer tile or hardwood floors, sports like tennis and raquetball, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

This area is amongst the finest neighborhoods for pet owners who rent, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Getting Around the Powder House Square Neighborhood in Somerville, MA

Walk Score®

93 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

93 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

66 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Powder House Square

How much are Studio apartments in Powder House Square?

There are currently 121 Studio Apartments in Powder House Square with rent ranges from $1,850 to $3,600 with an average price of $2,323.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Powder House Square Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Powder House Square ranges from $900 to $4,175 with an average monthly rent of $2,766.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Powder House Square cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Powder House Square range from $1,900 to $5,950. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,162.

How expensive are Powder House Square Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 225 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Powder House Square on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,500 to $6,800 - averaging $3,762 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.