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Highlights
- Private entrance
- Gas cooking
- Good storage space
- Heat and hot water included
Location
185 Lowell St, Somerville, MA 02144, USA|Powder House
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Property Overview
185 Lowell Street is a highly rated property with an overall Zumper rating of 8.5, highlighting its competitive pricing and exceptional amenities. It features a private entrance, gas cooking, ample storage, and inclusive heat and hot water, making it an attractive choice for renters. Additionally, its prime location offers excellent accessibility to key areas and a top-rated high school nearby, ensuring a high quality of living in a desirable neighborhood.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- High school nearby
Floor plans
| 0BR/1.0BA | Studio | 1 bath | 400 sqft | $2,000 /mo | 1 unit available | AVAILABLE NOW Somerville studio on Lowell Street! This 2 room studio features a private entrance, and common laundry in the building. Main room has hardwood floors. Large eat in kitchen with gas cooking and a big pantry. Heat and hot water included. Good storage space. Easy commute to Magoun Square T. AVAILABLE NOW, sorry no pets. Heat and hot water included. |
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Amenities for 185 Lowell Street
Apartment Amenities
| Bay Window | Eat-in Kitchen |
| Freezer | Hardwood Floor |
| Heat and Hot Water Included | Pantry |
Appliances
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stove |
Building
| Common Laundry | Onsite Laundry |
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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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 3 |
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About 185 Lowell Street
AVAILABLE NOW Somerville studio on Lowell Street! This 2 room studio features a private entrance, and common laundry in the building. Main room has hardwood floors. Large eat in kitchen with gas cooking and a big pantry. Heat and hot water included. Good storage space. Easy commute to Magoun Square T. AVAILABLE NOW, sorry no pets. Heat and hot water included.
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 185 Lowell Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 185 Lowell Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
185 Lowell Street offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
185 Lowell Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including common laundry. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 185 Lowell Street receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
185 Lowell Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 185 Lowell Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
185 Lowell Street provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
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 185 Lowell Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Powder House
studio apartments at 185 Lowell Street cost about 18% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Powder House.
Median rents as of Jan 31 2026.
Powder House
Somerville
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $2,045 |
| March 2024 | $2,269 |
| April 2024 | $2,405 |
| May 2024 | $2,511 |
| June 2024 | $2,437 |
| July 2024 | $2,334 |
| August 2024 | $2,342 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $2,363 |
| March 2024 | $2,345 |
| April 2024 | $2,350 |
| May 2024 | $2,308 |
| June 2024 | $2,277 |
| July 2024 | $2,262 |
| August 2024 | $2,280 |
| 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 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 185 Lowell St?
Bedrooms
StudioRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$80,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $80,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $2,000.
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Schools near 185 Lowell Street
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 185 Lowell St
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 185 Lowell St, 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
Several 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
5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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