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Powderhouse/Powder House, Somerville, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Powderhouse/Powder House Apartments for Rent

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

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Powderhouse/Powder House, MA

As of June 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Powderhouse/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 Powderhouse/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 Powderhouse/Powder House apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
28A Cherry St, Unit 128A Cherry St1BR,1BA$0.23
28 Cherry St, Unit 128 Cherry St1BR,1BA$0.23
15 Blake St, Unit #815 Blake StStudio ,1BA$0.24
119 College Ave, Unit 36119 College AveStudio ,1BA$0.24
108 College Ave, Unit 36108 College AveStudio ,1BA$0.24
85 College Ave, Unit #2B85 College Ave1BR,1BA$0.25
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

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Powderhouse/Powder House, Somerville, MA

Ranked #17

Among neighborhoods in Somerville, MA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Powderhouse/Powder House Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Powderhouse/Powder House?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Powderhouse/Powder House is at 136 & 138 Highland Avenue listed at $2,250.

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