Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Powder House Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $800 (48 Rentals)
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Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home

Private bedroom in 6 bed/1.5 bath Home

Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home

Private bedroom in 6 bed/1.5 bath Home

145 Highland Ave, Unit 3

Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home

324 Highland Ave, Unit #2Left
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205 Highland Ave, Unit 1

136 & 138 Highland Avenue
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145 Highland Ave, Unit #30

481 Medford St, Unit #1

7 Bellevue Ter, Unit #1

90 Albion St, Unit 90 Albion St. #1

116 College Ave, Unit 46
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872 Broadway

189 Summer St, Unit #3

412 Highland Ave, Unit 25

29 Crocker St

119 College Ave, Unit 36
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465 Medford St, Unit 3

108 College Ave, Unit 36

325 Highland Ave, Unit T14

Private bedroom in 6 bed/1.5 bath Home

Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home

Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home

Private bedroom in 6 bed/1.5 bath Home

Private bedroom in 6 bed/1.5 bath Home
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53 Granville Ave, Unit 3

7 Blake St
Powder House, Somerville, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Powder House?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Powder House Studio Apartments | $2,427 | $1,850 | $3,600 |
Powder House 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,831 | $2,000 | $4,175 |
Powder House 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,486 | $2,400 | $5,700 |
Powder House 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,027 | $2,800 | $6,000 |
Powder House 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,827 | $850 | $7,000 |
Powder House 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,715 | $4,300 | $6,500 |
Powder House 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,195 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Powder House Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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136 & 138 Highland Avenue | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Powder House, MA
As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Powder House area is the $0.23 price per square foot 28A Cherry St Model at 28A Cherry St, Unit 1 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Powder House apartment is the 28 Cherry St Model at 28 Cherry St, Unit 1 starting at $2,325 with a $0.23 price per square foot in the Kendall 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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28A Cherry St, Unit 1 | 28A Cherry St | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
28 Cherry St, Unit 1 | 28 Cherry St | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
15 Blake St, Unit #8 | 15 Blake St | Studio ,1BA | $0.24 |
119 College Ave, Unit 36 | 119 College Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.24 |
108 College Ave, Unit 36 | 108 College Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.24 |
85 College Ave, Unit #2B | 85 College Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.25 |
156 Morrison Ave, Unit 3 | 156 Morrison Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.26 |
156 Morrison Ave, Unit 3 | 156 Morrison Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.26 |
156 Morrison Ave, Unit 3 | 156 Morrison Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.26 |
85 College Ave, Unit 2 | 85 College Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.26 |
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Pet Friendly LifestylePowder House, Somerville, MA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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 136 & 138 Highland Avenue listed at $2,250.
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