
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Powder House Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $1,100 (39 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Powder House area of Somerville.


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282 Summer St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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96 College Ave, Unit #7, Unit #7

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90 Albion St

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388 Highland Ave, Unit #1, Unit #1

Davis Building

97 College Ave

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145 Highland Ave

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140 Highland Ave, Unit #6, Unit #6
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40 Boston Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

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474 Broadway, Unit 37, Unit 37

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189 Summer St, Unit #3, Unit #3

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872 Broadway

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474 Broadway, Unit 37, Unit 37

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140 Highland Ave

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19 Ashland St

402 Highland Ave, Unit 1

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235A Highland Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2
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235A Highland Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

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402 Highland Ave, Unit 4, Unit 4

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509 Medford St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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233A Highland Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

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110 Central St

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7 Rogers Ave, Unit #1, Unit #1

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145 Highland Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

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136 & 138 Highland Avenue

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131 Josephine Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3
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402 Highland Ave, Unit 2

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140 Highland Ave, Unit #15, Unit #15

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90 Wallace St, Unit 90 Wallace Street, Unit 90 Wallace Street

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132 Highland Rd, Unit 136 Highland Ave, Unit 136 Highland Ave

402 Highland Ave, Unit 32

402 Highland Ave, Unit 45

402 Highland Ave, Unit 21

402 Highland Ave

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37 Josephine Ave
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119 College Ave

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70 Mount Vernon St, Unit 1R, Unit 1R

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5 Blake St
Powder House, Somerville, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Powder House?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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| Powder House Studio Apartments | $2,431 | $1,750 | $3,600 |
| Powder House 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,025 | $2,300 | $4,300 |
| Powder House 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,559 | $1,820 | $5,950 |
| Powder House 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,150 | $2,300 | $5,295 |
| Powder House 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,915 | $3,000 | $6,900 |
| Powder House 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,905 | $4,500 | $6,750 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 39 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Powder House Neighborhood of Somerville, MA.
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Cheapest Available Powder House Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davis Building | Studio + | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Powder House, MA
As of May 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Powder House area is the $0.29 price per square foot 22 Murdock St Model at 22 Murdock St, Unit 2 in the in the Harvard Square neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Powder House apartment is the 509 Medford St Model at 509 Medford St, Unit 2 starting at $2,500 with a $0.25 price per square foot in the Harvard Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Powder House apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 22 Murdock St, Unit 2 | 22 Murdock St | 2BR,1BA | $0.29 |
| 509 Medford St, Unit 2 | 509 Medford St | 2BR,1BA | $0.25 |
| 134 Elm St, Unit 1 | 134 Elm St | 3BR,2BA | $0.33 |
| 5 Blake St | 5 Blake St | Studio ,1BA | $0.27 |
| 5 Clyde St | 5 Clyde St | 2BR,1BA | $0.35 |
| 18 Murdock St, Unit #14 - 1.6 | 18 Murdock St | 1BR,1BA | $0.28 |
| 6 White Street Pl, Unit #R | 6 White Street Pl | 2BR,2BA | $0.35 |
| 12 Hancock St, Unit #12-14 unit 3 | 12 Hancock St | 1BR,1BA | $0.29 |
| 108 College Ave, Unit #29 | 108 College Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.29 |
| 140 Highland Ave, Unit #6 | 140 Highland Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.23 |
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Pet Friendly LifestylePowder House, Somerville, MA
Ranked #18
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Powder House Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Powder House?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Powder House is at Davis Building listed at $2,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Powder House Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Powder House Apartment is $2,650 at Davis Building.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Powder House Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Powder House is starting from $3,000 at Davis Building.
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