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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • Free laundry facilities
  • 3-d virtual tour available upon request
  • High ceilings
  • Newer windows
  • Front and rear porches

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85 Lowden Ave #1, Somerville, MA 02144, USA|Powder House

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Property Overview

Combining classic charm with practical updates, the home features hardwood floors, high ceilings, newer windows, and both front and rear porches for added outdoor enjoyment. Free laundry facilities and the option to request a 3-D virtual tour add everyday convenience and flexibility for prospective residents.

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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Pet owners

Amenities for 85 Lowden Ave #1, Powder House

Apartment Amenities

Hardwood FloorHigh Ceilings

Appliances

Dishwasher

Building

Cats OKOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Outdoor Space
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One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 85 Lowden Ave #1

HomeApartments in SomervillePowder House 85 Lowden Ave #1, Somerville, MA 02144, USA

Located on a serene street near Davis Square, check out this expansive 6-room apartment spanning two levels. The first floor boasts a comfortable living room, spacious eat-in kitchen, two bedrooms, and a bathroom. Upstairs there are two additional bedrooms. The kitchen is equipped with a gas stove and a portable dishwasher. Hardwood floors, newer windows, high ceilings, and charming woodwork liven things up, and you can step out onto the front and rear porches or enjoy the shared yard for some fresh air. Laundry facilities are free in the basement, and one parking spot is available tandem in the shared driveway. Convenient, peaceful, call it home. ** 3-D virtual tour available upon request ** (Reference #135373)


Property highlights

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How 85 Lowden Avenue, Somerville, MA 02144, US compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Less expensive
Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
Images available
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Outdoor space
One or more rentals here have easy access to the outdoors

Address details

NeighborhoodPowder House
Zip code02144
TypeApartment for rent

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Rent trends in Powder House

4-bedroom apartments at 85 Lowden Ave #1 cost about 8% less than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Somerville.

Median rents as of May 16 2026.
Powder House
Somerville
A table of 4-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Somerville
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$4,615
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$4,780
A table of 4-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Powder House
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$4,999
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$4,859

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Bedrooms

4+ bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 85 Lowden Ave, Somerville, MA.
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Schools near 85 Lowden Ave #1

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

West Somerville Neighborhood School

177 powderhouse blvd

somerville, MA, 2144

PK, K-8Public
B+

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-
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Neighborhood

Powder House | Somerville, MA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Somerville near 85 Lowden Ave #1

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

4/10
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 85 Lowden Ave #1, Somerville

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-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

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

5/10
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

4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

Other units at this address

85 Lowden Avenue Somerville, MA

Occupied

2

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4 Beds

1 Bath

$4,800

Listed by Rental Agent
Days on market: 395
Close proximity to Davis Square, on one of Somerville's most beautiful tree lined streets. 4/4+ bedrooms, 1 bath in this very spacious 7 room duplex. About 1800 sft. Beautiful, bright apartment with wood floors and woodwork details. Gas furnace. Newer windows. 1 tandem off street parking spot is included. Shared yard. Free laundry in basement. (Reference #138904)

Occupied

1

Room

1 Bath

$850

Listed by Leasing Office
Days on market: 3304
On a beautiful residential street near Davis Square. Spacious 6 room, 4 bed apartment on two levels. FIRST floor has living room, kitchen, bath and 2 bedrooms. TWO more bedrooms are on SECOND floor. Dedicated laundry in the basement. One car tandem parking included. Shared yard. $ 850 plus all utilities. The kitchen has a gas stove and a dishwasher. Wood floors. Newer windows. High ceilings and nice woodwork. Rear porch. Small shared yard. Laundry free of charge in basement. One to two tandem spots on driveway, otherwise permit parking. AVAILABLE 10/1/17

Occupied

2

Studio

1 Bath

$3,975

Listed by Michael Wilson-Pierce
Days on market: 2908
True 4 Bed, Living Room, Dining room And 4 Huge Bedrooms Less Than 10 min From Davis It Can Also Be Rented As A 5 Bed, Living Room, Eat in Kitchen For 4300

Occupied

1

4 Beds

1 Bath

$3,600

Listed by Matt Ahern
Days on market: 1830
Tufts student friendly! Available for September 2021! On a beautiful residential street near Davis Square. Spacious 6 room apartment on two levels. First floor has living room, dining room, large eat in kitchen, 1 bedroom and the bathroom. Upstairs there are two more bedrooms. The kitchen has a gas stove and a dishwasher. Wood floors. Newer windows. High ceilings and nice woodwork. Rear porch. Small shared yard. Laundry free of charge in basement. One to two tandem spots on driveway, otherwise permit parking. New gas furnace.

Occupied

Somerville

4 Beds

1 Bath

$3,800

Listed by Leasing Office
Days on market: 1853
On a beautiful residential street near Davis Squar - Property Id: 581793 On a beautiful residential street near Davis Square. Spacious 6 room apartment on two levels. First floor has living room, dining room, large eat in kitchen, 1 bedroom and the bathroom. Upstairs there are two more bedrooms. The kitchen has a gas stove and a dishwasher. Wood floors. Newer windows. High ceilings and nice woodwork. Rear porch. Small shared yard. Laundry free of charge in basement. One to two tandem spots on driveway, otherwise permit parking. New gas furnace. DON'T MISS THIS AMAZING OPPORTUNITY!!!! ******1/2 Broker Fee applies upon approval, only for a limited time****** Availability and price subject to change. Apply at TurboTenant: http rental turbotenant com p 85-lowden-ave-somerville-ma-somerville-ma-unit-1 581793 Property Id 581793 No Dogs Allowed

Occupied

1A

4 Beds

1 Bath

$3,800

Listed by Leasing Office
Days on market: 1062
Rent: $3,800 Available Date: 9/1 Beds: 4 Baths: 1 Laundry in building!

Occupied

1AT

4 Beds

1 Bath

$3,800

Listed by Cambridge Realty
Days on market: 1047
Available 9/1: 4-bedroom 1 bath apartment on the first floor of a 2 family home. Fully-applianced eat-in kitchen, living room. Free laundry in basement, tandem parking, and shared yard. Located on a quiet residential street in Davis, with easy access to Tufts and the Red Line. Email to schedule a showing today! .

Occupied

2

4 Beds

1 Bath

$3,850

Listed by Tal Rimoni
Days on market: 1855
Date Available: Sep 1st 2021. Amazing 4 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment in Somerville. Amenities included: dishwasher, hardwood floors, stainless steel appliance, updated kitchen, updated bathroom, storage, laundry in building, and yard. Utilities included: water. Is cat friendly. $3,850/month rent. $3,850 security deposit required. Please contact Tal Rimoni at 857-233-6663 to learn more.

Occupied

2H

4 Beds

1 Bath

$3,975

Listed by Leasing Office
Days on market: 2928
Spacious apartment near Davis Square! Eat-in kitchen includes major appliances including dishwasher, long counter tops, and plenty of space for a small table Dining room allows for a large dining table with chairs with built-in cabinets Bright living room with large windows can easily fit a couch set and entertainment center Huge bedrooms can easily accommodate a queen-sized bed, dressers, study desk, and have closet space Bathroom is comfortable-sized and in great condition Hardwood flooring Laundry in the building Driveway parking available Located near Davis Square and the Red Line with plenty of amenities, restaurants, stores, and public transportation Call Harry to learn more about this apartment and to schedule a showing today! Boston Pads is not responsible for any errors, omissions and change in price, prior sale, rent and withdrawal without notice. All information from sources reliable but not guaranteed. Photographs, videos, description and information about the properties reflect conditions at the time the information was obtained. We are pledged to this letter and spirit of U.S. policy for the achievement of equal housing opportunity throughout the Nation. We encourage and support an affirmative advertising and marketing program in which there are no barriers to obtaining housing because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin.

Occupied

2F

4 Beds

1 Bath

$4,000

Listed by Eugene Boakye
Days on market: 2142
1/2 FEE, AVAILABLE 9/1...Close proximity to Davis Square, on one of Somerville's most beautiful tree lined streets. 4+ bedrooms, 1 bath in this very spacious 7 room duplex. About 1800 sft. Beautiful, bright apartment with wood floors and woodwork details. Gas furnace. Newer windows. 1 tandem off street parking spot is included. Shared yard. Free laundry in basement. (Reference #138904)

Occupied

4 Beds, 1 Bath

4 Beds

1 Bath

$4,000

Listed by Sushil Singh
Days on market: 2517
4 Bed/1 Bath, Laundry, Shared Yard, 1 Tandem Parking, Avl 9/1, Tufts ! Unit Description: Charming second floor 4 bed/1 bath seven room duplex apartment in a multi-family house close to Davis Sq and Tufts University. Hardwood floors throughout, high ceilings, gas heating. good sized bedrooms with closets, living room, eat-in-kitchen. Dedicated laundry in the basement. Shared yard and one tandem parking spot included in the rent.

Occupied

2nd + 3rd

4 Beds

1 Bath

$4,000

Listed by Chris Haines
Days on market: 3299
September 1st - Close proximity to Davis Square, on one of Somerville's most beautiful tree lined streets. 4+ bedrooms, 1 bath in this very spacious 7 room duplex. About 1800 sft. Beautiful, bright apartment with wood floors and woodwork details. Gas furnace. Newer windows. 1 tandem off street parking spot is included. Shared yard. Free laundry in basement. (Reference #138904)

Occupied

2DW

4 Beds

1 Bath

$4,800

Listed by Don Wright
Days on market: 399
Welcome to this charming 4 bed 1 bath two-floor apartment on Lowden Ave in the heart of Davis Square, Somerville. Imagine cooking in your modern kitchen with sleek granite counters and stainless steel appliances, while enjoying central AC and the warmth of gleaming hardwood floors throughout. Picture yourself relaxing in a spacious living area that flows seamlessly from room to room, offering both comfort and style. Go outside to a shared yard for moments of tranquility, or take advantage of the convenience of laundry in the building. Plus, you’ll appreciate having one tandem parking spot for easy access to all the area has to offer. With Davis Square’s vibrant shops, cafes, and transportation just minutes away, this is a prime location you’ll love coming home to.

Occupied

2T

4 Beds

1 Bath

$4,800

Listed by Cambridge Realty
Days on market: 405
Spacious 7-room duplex on a quiet, tree-lined street just blocks from the Minuteman Bike Trail. 1,800 square feet, with hardwood floors and plenty of sunlight throughout! Outfitted with new windows and gas heating. Shared yard and dedicated laundry in basement. Tandem driveway parking included! Conveniently located between Davis and Tufts -- call to schedule a showing today!

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