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Social life
Pet owners
Amenities for 231 Highland Ave #1, Powder House
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry |
Building
| Cats OK | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Outdoor Space |
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 231 Highland Ave #1
5 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 2 Laundry Set-ups. First Floor unit and finished Garden Level Spacious and unique 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom apartment located on desirable Highland Avenue in Somerville. This expansive first-floor rental offers approximately 1,800 square feet of living space and is essentially two units combined into one, providing an incredibly flexible layout for roommates, larger households, or anyone looking for extra space and separation. One of the standout features of this apartment is that it offers 2 full kitchens, 4 full bathrooms, and 2 separate in-unit laundry setups, making day-to-day living much more convenient and functional. The layout provides plenty of room to spread out, with multiple living areas and excellent privacy between bedrooms. The apartment also includes 1 outdoor off-street parking space, water included, and cats are welcome. Located in a highly convenient Somerville location, the property is just a short 5 7 minute walk to the Magoun Square G
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 231 Highland Avenue, Somerville, MA 02143, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 208 sqft larger than other listings nearby
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Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
Address details
| Neighborhood | Powder House |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02143 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Powder House
Median rents as of Jun 20 2026.
Powder House
Somerville
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $4,550 |
| August 2024 | $4,399 |
| September 2024 | $4,365 |
| October 2024 | $4,475 |
| November 2024 | $4,400 |
| December 2024 | $4,450 |
| January 2025 | $4,418 |
| February 2025 | $4,468 |
| March 2025 | $4,737 |
| April 2025 | $4,800 |
| May 2025 | $4,690 |
| June 2025 | $4,600 |
| July 2025 | $4,500 |
| August 2025 | $4,500 |
| September 2025 | $4,597 |
| October 2025 | $4,654 |
| November 2025 | $4,539 |
| December 2025 | $4,481 |
| January 2026 | $4,542 |
| February 2026 | $4,485 |
| March 2026 | $4,796 |
| April 2026 | $4,800 |
| May 2026 | $4,768 |
| June 2026 | $4,744 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $4,687 |
| August 2024 | $4,590 |
| September 2024 | $4,462 |
| October 2024 | $4,637 |
| November 2024 | $4,630 |
| December 2024 | $4,750 |
| January 2025 | $4,450 |
| February 2025 | $4,793 |
| March 2025 | $5,314 |
| April 2025 | $5,325 |
| May 2025 | $5,120 |
| June 2025 | $4,875 |
| July 2025 | $4,820 |
| August 2025 | $4,914 |
| September 2025 | $5,100 |
| October 2025 | $5,028 |
| November 2025 | $4,900 |
| December 2025 | $5,375 |
| January 2026 | $5,207 |
| February 2026 | $4,707 |
| March 2026 | $4,987 |
| April 2026 | $4,894 |
| May 2026 | $4,935 |
| June 2026 | $4,933 |
Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| This month | $7,500 | 5 bed | 4 bath | ||
| This month | $5,400 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| This month | $5,000 | 3 bed | 2 bath |
Schools near 231 Highland Ave #1
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
5 cherry st
somerville, MA, 2144
PK, K-8Public
A
Winter Hill Community School
115 sycamore st
somerville, MA, 2145
PK, K-8Public
C+
Benjamin G. Brown School
201 willow ave
somerville, MA, 2144
K-5Public
A
Arthur D. Healey School
5 meacham st
somerville, MA, 2145
PK, K-8Public
B-
Dr. Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park
290 washington st
somerville, MA, 2143
PK, K-8Public
B
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Getting around Somerville near 231 Highland Ave #1
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
8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 231 Highland Ave #1, Somerville
Groceries
8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
8/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
9/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
8/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
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Zaruma Gold Coffee
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Starbucks
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Starbucks
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Samba Bar & Grille
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Olde Magoun's Saloon
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Pepi's Pizzeria
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The Dark Horse Public House
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Aeronaut Brewing Co
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3 Little Figs
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Forge Baking Company
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Petsi Pies
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Cambridge Naturals
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Albion Park
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Community Garden
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Jerusalem Falafel & Shawarma
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