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Pet Friendly
Location
257 Highland Ave #2, Somerville, MA 02143, USA|Powder House
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Property Overview
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
Extra storage- Images Available
- Outdoor space
Great for
Wellness
Pet owners
Amenities for 257 Highland Ave #2, Powder House
Apartment Amenities
| Balcony | Ceiling Fan |
| Dryer | Freezer |
| Hardwood Floor | High Ceilings |
| Radiant | Tile |
| Water |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Garbage Disposal |
| In-Unit Laundry | Range/Oven |
| Refrigerator |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Fenced Yard |
| Lawn | Outdoor Space |
| Storage |
Services
| On-Site Management | Recycling |
Neighborhood
| Near Parks | Street |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
|---|
About 257 Highland Ave #2
Property Id: 2745940 Large, bright second-floor apartment. Five rooms: two bedrooms, a living room, a dining room, and an updated eat-in kitchen. One bedroom has a separate dressing room/office alcove with generous built-in storage. The kitchen has a large pantry, dishwasher, disposal, and in-unit washer/dryer. Updated tile bathroom with tub and pedestal sink. Semi-private back porch overlooking a large fenced backyard with room for gardening. The apartment is freshly painted and features hardwood floors, high ceilings, classic period details, replacement windows, and a ceiling fan. 15-minute walk to Davis Square and Porter Square MBTA Red Line stations; 5-minute walk to MBTA Green Line. Easy access to restaurants, cafes, shopping, parks, the Somerville Community Path, and Route 88 and 90 bus lines. Steps from 3 Little Figs Cafe. Highland Kitchen restaurant and Get-N-Go grocery are also nearby. Smoke-free property. Pets welcome with proof of current vaccinations. Dogs require references and behavioral assessment. One-year lease, renewable annually. Owner pays water and sewer. Tenant pays gas, electric, and all other utilities. Wonderful, quiet, long-term residents. Same owner/manager for 24 years. Available September 1. No broker fee. Ellen M. Tan six one seven four zero seven five two nine four
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 257 Highland Ave #2 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Extra storage
- In-unit features
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- No laundry facilities available
- This property doesn't offer on-site washers and dryers
Address details
| Neighborhood | Powder House |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02143 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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2-bedroom apartments at 257 Highland Ave #2 cost about 6% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Somerville.
Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
Powder House
Somerville
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $3,087 |
| December 2024 | $3,068 |
| January 2025 | $2,998 |
| February 2025 | $3,175 |
| March 2025 | $3,305 |
| April 2025 | $3,380 |
| May 2025 | $3,414 |
| June 2025 | $3,346 |
| July 2025 | $3,230 |
| August 2025 | $3,163 |
| September 2025 | $3,000 |
| October 2025 | $3,000 |
| November 2025 | $3,070 |
| December 2025 | $3,100 |
| January 2026 | $3,180 |
| February 2026 | $3,295 |
| March 2026 | $3,498 |
| April 2026 | $3,493 |
| May 2026 | $3,490 |
| June 2026 | $3,500 |
| July 2026 | $3,381 |
| August 2026 | $3,232 |
| September 2026 | $3,287 |
| October 2026 | $3,239 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $2,933 |
| December 2024 | $3,037 |
| January 2025 | $3,275 |
| February 2025 | $3,325 |
| March 2025 | $3,350 |
| April 2025 | $3,400 |
| May 2025 | $3,455 |
| June 2025 | $3,437 |
| July 2025 | $3,282 |
| August 2025 | $3,235 |
| September 2025 | $3,200 |
| October 2025 | $3,114 |
| November 2025 | $3,100 |
| December 2025 | $3,037 |
| January 2026 | $3,050 |
| February 2026 | $3,317 |
| March 2026 | $3,500 |
| April 2026 | $3,493 |
| May 2026 | $3,519 |
| June 2026 | $3,437 |
| July 2026 | $3,290 |
| August 2026 | $3,119 |
| September 2026 | $3,200 |
| October 2026 | $3,215 |
Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 3 months ago | $3,000 |
Schools near 257 Highland Ave #2
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
5 cherry st
somerville, MA, 2144
PK, K-8Public
A
Benjamin G. Brown School
201 willow ave
somerville, MA, 2144
K-5Public
A
Winter Hill Community School
115 sycamore st
somerville, MA, 2145
PK, K-8Public
C+
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
Getting around Somerville near 257 Highland Ave #2
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 257 Highland Ave #2, Somerville
Groceries
8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
9/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
6/10
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
8/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
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