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Highlights
- Beautiful hardwood floors
- Eat-in kitchen with dishwasher
- 2 off street parking spots
Location
178 Boston Ave, Somerville, MA 02144, USA|Powder House
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Property Overview
178 Boston Ave offers a prime location near vibrant local amenities, public transportation, and green spaces, enhancing its appeal for urban dwellers. It features spacious living areas, updated kitchen appliances, and ample natural light, providing a comfortable living environment. Additionally, the property presents a great opportunity for investment due to its proximity to universities and a growing rental market.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 178 Boston Ave, Powder House
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| Dishwasher |
Building
| Cats OK | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
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One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 178 Boston Ave
Very spacious 3 bedroom PLUS OFFICE on the outskirts of Davis Sq. This unit boasts beautiful hardwood floors, 3 good sized bedrooms and an eat-in kitchen with dishwasher. There is coin-op laundry in the basement. 2 off street parking spots included. (Reference #170945)
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 178 Boston Ave, Somerville, MA 02144, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos are available for this address
Address details
| Neighborhood | Powder House |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02144 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Powder House
3-bedroom apartments at 178 Boston Ave cost about 1% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Somerville.
Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Powder House
Somerville
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $3,985 |
| June 2024 | $3,898 |
| July 2024 | $3,762 |
| August 2024 | $3,642 |
| September 2024 | $3,592 |
| October 2024 | $3,519 |
| November 2024 | $3,425 |
| December 2024 | $3,462 |
| January 2025 | $3,562 |
| February 2025 | $3,662 |
| March 2025 | $3,950 |
| April 2025 | $3,957 |
| May 2025 | $3,895 |
| June 2025 | $3,788 |
| July 2025 | $3,670 |
| August 2025 | $3,600 |
| September 2025 | $3,600 |
| October 2025 | $3,635 |
| November 2025 | $3,590 |
| December 2025 | $3,668 |
| January 2026 | $3,600 |
| February 2026 | $3,657 |
| March 2026 | $3,999 |
| April 2026 | $4,025 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $3,995 |
| June 2024 | $3,976 |
| July 2024 | $3,899 |
| August 2024 | $3,855 |
| September 2024 | $3,743 |
| October 2024 | $3,630 |
| November 2024 | $3,398 |
| December 2024 | $3,624 |
| January 2025 | $3,487 |
| February 2025 | $3,568 |
| March 2025 | $4,040 |
| April 2025 | $4,000 |
| May 2025 | $4,000 |
| June 2025 | $4,000 |
| July 2025 | $4,000 |
| August 2025 | $3,964 |
| September 2025 | $4,000 |
| October 2025 | $4,157 |
| November 2025 | $3,915 |
| December 2025 | $4,131 |
| January 2026 | $4,117 |
| February 2026 | $3,867 |
| March 2026 | $4,445 |
| April 2026 | $4,466 |
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Can I afford to live at 178 Boston Ave?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$180,000/yr
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| This month | $4,500 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 10 months ago | $2,600 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 10 months ago | $2,600 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $2,200 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $1,400 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 7 years ago | $1,400 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 7 years ago | $1,400 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 7 years ago | $1,400 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 7 years ago | $1,400 | Studio | 1 bath |
Schools near 178 Boston Ave
Benjamin G. Brown School
201 willow ave
somerville, MA, 2144
K-5Public
A
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
5 cherry st
somerville, MA, 2144
PK, K-8Public
A
Arthur D. Healey School
5 meacham st
somerville, MA, 2145
PK, K-8Public
B-
Winter Hill Community School
115 sycamore st
somerville, MA, 2145
PK, K-8Public
C+
West Somerville Neighborhood School
177 powderhouse blvd
somerville, MA, 2144
PK, K-8Public
B+
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Getting around Somerville near 178 Boston Ave
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
9/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.
Transit
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 178 Boston Ave, Somerville
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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McKinnon's Meat Market
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Trum Playground
Trum Field
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Sound Bites
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Broadway @ Boston Ave - Ball Sq
Arlington Center - Lechmere Station, Clarendon Hill or Davis Station - Sullivan Square Station, Clarendon Hill - Haymarket Station
Ball Square - Boston Ave @ Broadway
North Station - Medford/Tufts, Union Square - North Station
Broadway @ Cedar St
Arlington Center - Lechmere Station, Clarendon Hill or Davis Station - Sullivan Square Station, Clarendon Hill - Haymarket Station
Broadway @ Pearson Rd
Arlington Center - Lechmere Station, Clarendon Hill or Davis Station - Sullivan Square Station, Clarendon Hill - Haymarket Station
Porter
Red Line, Red Line, Fitchburg Line, Fitchburg Line
West Medford
Lowell Line, Lowell Line
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Belmont
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Ball Square
Green Line B, Green Line C, Green Line D, Green Line E
Magoun Square
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Magoun Square
Green Line B, Green Line C, Green Line D, Green Line E
Davis
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