
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Powderhouse/Powder House Neighborhood of Somerville, MA from $1,300 (31 Rentals)
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90 Chandler St, Unit 1

32 Hinckley St

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94 Morrison Ave, Unit 1

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28 Hinckley St, Unit 1R

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97 College Ave, Unit 1

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136 & 138 Highland Avenue
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136 Highland Ave, Unit 6

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145 Highland Ave, Unit 1

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7 Rogers Ave, Unit #1

509 Medford St, Unit #2

402 Highland Ave, Unit #32

402 Highland Ave, Unit #32

402 Highland Ave, Unit 32
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402 Highland Ave, Unit 21

402 Highland Ave, Unit 2

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223 Highland Ave

402 Highland Ave, Unit 45

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37 Josephine Ave

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140 Highland Ave

10 Roberts St
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119 College Ave

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81 Morton Ave, Unit 2

27 Medford St

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5 Blake St

5-7 Blake St., Unit 1

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16 Blake St, Unit 3

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540 Main St, Unit R2
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540 Main St, Unit 2B

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45 Winchester St, Unit 45 Winchester

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27 Strathmore Rd, Unit 1
Powderhouse/Powder House, Somerville, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Powderhouse/Powder House?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powderhouse/Powder House Studio Apartments | $2,537 | $2,200 | $3,600 |
| Powderhouse/Powder House 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,988 | $1,350 | $4,195 |
| Powderhouse/Powder House 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,394 | $2,700 | $4,679 |
| Powderhouse/Powder House 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,033 | $1,450 | $5,200 |
| Powderhouse/Powder House 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,741 | $3,100 | $6,900 |
| Powderhouse/Powder House 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,805 | $4,406 | $9,000 |
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There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Powderhouse/Powder House Neighborhood of Somerville, MA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Powderhouse/Powder House, MA
As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Powderhouse/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 Powderhouse/Powder House apartment is the 28 Hinckley St Model at 28 Hinckley St, Unit 1R starting at $2,200 with a $0.22 price per square foot in the Harvard Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Powderhouse/Powder House apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Murdock St, Unit 2 | 22 Murdock St | 2BR,1BA | $0.29 |
| 28 Hinckley St, Unit 1R | 28 Hinckley St | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 6 Hinckley St, Unit 3 | 6 Hinckley St | 2BR,1BA | $0.32 |
| 5 Lowell Cir, Unit 1 | 5 Lowell Cir | 3BR,2BA | $0.48 |
| 55 Bristol Rd, Unit 1 | 55 Bristol Rd | 3BR,1BA | $0.37 |
| 5 Blake St | 5 Blake St | Studio ,1BA | $0.27 |
| 37 Josephine Ave | 37 Josephine Ave | 4BR,2BA | $0.44 |
| 24 Ellington Rd | 24 Ellington Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.38 |
| 19 Ashland St | 19 Ashland St | 3BR,1BA | $0.36 |
| 29 Alpine St | 29 Alpine St | 3BR,2BA | $0.47 |
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Pet Friendly LifestylePowderhouse/Powder House, Somerville, MA
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Powderhouse/Powder House Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Powderhouse/Powder House Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Powderhouse/Powder House Apartment is $3,400 at The Sphere.
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