Cheap Homes for Rent in Powder House Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $2,000 (48 Rentals)

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property at 5 Blake St

5 Blake St, Unit 8

5 Blake St
CambridgeMA02140

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property at 86 Medford St

86 Medford St

MedfordMA02155

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property at 5 Blake St

5 Blake St

CambridgeMA02140
property at 12 Hancock St

12 Hancock St, Unit 3

12 Hancock St
SomervilleMA02144
property at 14 Hancock St

14 Hancock St, Unit 3

14 Hancock St
SomervilleMA02144
property at 14 Hancock St

14 Hancock St, Unit 3

14 Hancock St
SomervilleMA02144

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property at 18 Murdock St

18 Murdock St, Unit 1

18 Murdock St
SomervilleMA02145
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Powder House, Somerville, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Powder House Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
119 Pleasant StStudiosStudio,1BA$1,950
136 & 138 Highland AvenueStudioStudio,1BA$2,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Powder House, MA

As of June 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Powder House area is the $0.23 price per square foot 28 Cherry St Model at 28 Cherry St, Unit 1 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,325. The second greatest value Powder House apartment is the 156 Morrison Ave Model at 156 Morrison Ave, Unit 3 starting at $2,600 with a $0.26 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
28 Cherry St, Unit 128 Cherry St1BR,1BA$0.23
156 Morrison Ave, Unit 3156 Morrison Ave1BR,1BA$0.26
156 Morrison Ave, Unit 3156 Morrison Ave1BR,1BA$0.26
156 Morrison Ave, Unit 3156 Morrison Ave1BR,1BA$0.26
85 College Ave, Unit 285 College Ave1BR,1BA$0.26
28A Cherry St, Unit 128A Cherry St1BR,1BA$0.23
119 College Ave, Unit 36119 College AveStudio ,1BA$0.24
85 College Ave, Unit #2B85 College Ave1BR,1BA$0.25
108 College Ave, Unit 36108 College AveStudio ,1BA$0.24
15 Blake St, Unit #815 Blake StStudio ,1BA$0.24

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Frequently Asked Questions about Powder House

What type of rentals are currently available in Powder House?

There are currently 1212 Apartments for Rent in Powder House, MA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $15,000. There are also 619 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Powder House ranging from $2,050 to $11,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Powder House?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Powder House ranges from $2,050 to $11,200 with an average monthly rent of $4,597.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Powder House?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Powder House range from $2,200 to $6,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,800 to $6,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $850.

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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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

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