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231 Highland Avenue
231 Highland Avenue, Somerville, MA 02143, USA

Apartment for rent
Monthly rent
$4,500–$6,000The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.
Beds3–5
Baths2–4
Sqft–
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Property Overview

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Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Social life

Units

231 Highland Avenue Somerville, MA

New Listing

2

3 Beds

2 Baths

$4,500

Listed on 08/08/2026
Listed by Aptava Leads
Days on market: 13
Spring Hill area, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment Disclaimer: Please contact our office for details. Deals may change without notice. Landlords offers change regularly. Some photos may be stock photos. Please call us as we are happy to help you find an apartment in Cambridge, Somerville, Brookline and Brighton.

New Listing

1

5 Beds

4 Baths

$6,000

Listed on 08/08/2026
Listed by Aptava Leads
Days on market: 13
Spring Hill area, 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom apartment Disclaimer: Please contact our office for details. Deals may change without notice. Landlords offers change regularly. Some photos may be stock photos. Please call us as we are happy to help you find an apartment in Cambridge, Somerville, Brookline and Brighton.

Occupied Units

Occupied

3

3 Beds

2 Baths

$4,500

Listed by Romeo Zeqo
Days on market: 58
3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms Utilities: Tenant Pays. Laundry: In Unit. Parking: 1-Car Off Street Included. Plenty Of Street Parking for Additional Cars. Level: 3rd (Top) Floor Upfront Costs: First Months Rent and Security Deposit Availability: August or September Beautiful and spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment located on desirable Highland Avenue in Somerville and a short 5-7 minute walk to the Magoun Square Green Line T Stop. This bright and well-laid-out second-floor unit offers approximately 1,200 square feet of comfortable living space, making it a great option for tenants looking for both convenience and functionality. The apartment features in-unit washer/dryer, generous bedroom space, two full bathrooms, and a practical layout that works well for roommates, professionals, or anyone seeking extra space in a prime Somerville location. Water is included, and tenants are responsible for other utilities. A major bonus is the included 1-car off-street outdoor parking spa

Amenities for 231 Highland Avenue

Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.

Building
  • Dogs Ok
  • Cats Ok
Unit Amenities
  • Hardwood Floor
  • Air Conditioning
  • In-Unit Laundry
  • On-Site Laundry

Policies at 231 Highland Avenue

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About 231 Highland Avenue

HomeApartments in SomervillePowder House 231 Highland Ave #1, Somerville, MA 02143, USA

Interested in leasing 231 Highland Avenue, Somerville, MA 02143, USA? Currently, 231 Highland Avenue, Somerville, MA 02143, USA is available to rent or lease. It is a 5-bedroom apartment with 4 bathrooms. Below, you can compare the rent price at 231 Highland Avenue, Somerville, MA 02143, USA vs overall rent prices in Powder House, MA. We have compiled nearby businesses and things to do close to 231 Highland Avenue, Somerville, MA 02143, USA.

Address details

Units3
Units available2
Neighborhood
City
Zip code02143

231 Highland Ave #1 is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 3 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 12 pet supply stores near the property
  • 6 pet hospitals in the area

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • The area has transit options
  • 312 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Diverse age groups live in this area

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

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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

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Rent trends in Somerville

3-bedroom apartments at 231 Highland Ave #1 cost about 18% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Powder House.

Median rents as of Aug 15 2026.
Powder House
Somerville
A table of studio rental data trends in Somerville
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$2,400
September 2024$2,393
October 2024$2,296
November 2024$2,267
December 2024$2,567
January 2025$2,443
February 2025$2,338
March 2025$2,400
April 2025$2,412
May 2025$2,450
June 2025$2,490
July 2025$2,565
August 2025$2,622
September 2025$2,475
October 2025$2,426
November 2025$2,434
December 2025$2,332
January 2026$2,389
February 2026$2,394
March 2026$2,492
April 2026$2,515
May 2026$2,530
June 2026$2,536
July 2026$2,515
August 2026$2,521
A table of studio rental data trends in Powder House
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$2,325
September 2024$2,372
October 2024$2,095
November 2024$2,220
December 2024$2,350
January 2025$2,368
February 2025$2,412
March 2025$2,405
April 2025$2,425
May 2025$2,400
June 2025$2,412
July 2025$2,475
August 2025$2,529
September 2025$2,450
October 2025$2,432
November 2025$2,437
December 2025$2,483
January 2026$2,471
February 2026$2,503
March 2026$2,556
April 2026$2,356
May 2026$2,495
June 2026$2,531
July 2026$2,456
August 2026$2,416

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$180,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $180,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $4,500.
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Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 231 Highland Ave, Somerville, MA.
This month$4,5003 bed2 bath
This month$6,0005 bed4 bath
2 months ago$7,5005 bed4 bath
2 months ago$5,4003 bed2 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 Avenue

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 Avenue, 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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