Cheap Homes for Rent in Powder House Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $1,000 (37 Rentals)

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property at 68 Willow Ave

68 Willow Ave, Unit room

68 Willow Ave
SomervilleMA02144
property at 68 Willow Ave

68 Willow Ave, Unit 2-1

68 Willow Ave
SomervilleMA02144
property at 76 Willow Ave

76 Willow Ave, Unit 2

76 Willow Ave
SomervilleMA02144

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property at 148 Highland Ave

148 Highland Ave, Unit #2

148 Highland Ave
SomervilleMA02143
property at 872 Broadway

872 Broadway, Unit 302

872 Broadway
SomervilleMA02144
property at 66 Partridge Ave

66 Partridge Ave, Unit 68

66 Partridge Ave
SomervilleMA02145
property at 68 Partridge Ave

68 Partridge Ave, Unit 68

68 Partridge Ave
SomervilleMA02145
property at 142 Highland Ave

142 Highland Ave, Unit 20

142 Highland Ave
SomervilleMA02143
property at 142 Highland Ave

142 Highland Ave, Unit 19

142 Highland Ave
SomervilleMA02143
property at 309 Highland Ave

309 Highland Ave, Unit 4

309 Highland Ave
SomervilleMA02144

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property at 138 Highland Ave

138 Highland Ave

SomervilleMA02143
property at 5 Blake St

5 Blake St, Unit 8

5 Blake St
CambridgeMA02140
property at 119 College Ave

119 College Ave, Unit 36

119 College Ave
SomervilleMA02144
property at 14 Murdock St

14 Murdock St

SomervilleMA02145
property at 140 Highland Ave

140 Highland Ave, Unit 4

140 Highland Ave
SomervilleMA02143

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property at 131 Josephine Ave

131 Josephine Ave, Unit 3

131 Josephine Ave
SomervilleMA02144
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 12 Hancock St

12 Hancock St, Unit 3

12 Hancock St
SomervilleMA02144

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property at 474 Broadway

474 Broadway, Unit #28

474 Broadway
SomervilleMA02145
property at 69 Partridge Ave

69 Partridge Ave, Unit 3

69 Partridge Ave
SomervilleMA02145
property at 474 Broadway

474 Broadway, Unit 28

474 Broadway
SomervilleMA02145
property at 56 William St

56 William St

MedfordMA02155

Powder House, Somerville, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Powder House Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
16 Nashua St76 Perkins by the room1BR,1BA$1,200
136 & 138 Highland AvenueStudioStudio,1BA$2,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Powder House, MA

As of September 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Powder House area is the $0.24 price per square foot 5 Blake St Model at 5 Blake St, Unit 3 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Powder House apartment is the 28A Cherry St Model at 28A Cherry St, Unit 1 starting at $2,250 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5 Blake St, Unit 35 Blake StStudio ,1BA$0.24
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
400 Highland Ave, Unit 4400 Highland AveStudio ,1BA$0.26
325 Highland Ave, Unit T14325 Highland Ave1BR,1BA$0.24
15 Blake St, Unit #815 Blake StStudio ,1BA$0.24
23 Ames St, Unit 1T23 Ames St1BR,1BA$0.24
140 Highland Ave, Unit #6140 Highland AveStudio ,1BA$0.23
83 Orchard St, Unit 3A83 Orchard St1BR,1BA$0.25

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Powder House, Somerville, MA

Ranked #16

Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Powder House

What type of rentals are currently available in Powder House?

There are currently 560 Apartments for Rent in Powder House, MA with pricing that ranges from $950 to $15,000. There are also 365 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Powder House ranging from $1,000 to $15,000.

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 $1,000 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,467.

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 $2,700 to $5,295, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,850 to $7,350. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,030 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,200.

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 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.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.