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8.5

Very Good

Powderhorn Apartments
70 Lafayette Ave, Chelsea, MA 02150, USA

Charlesgate Property Management LLC

70 Lafayette Ave, Chelsea, MA 02150, USA

8.5

Very Good

Monthly rent	$2,100–$2,200The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.
Beds	1–2
Baths	1
Sqft	650–750

Monthly rent	$2,100–$2,200The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.
Beds	1–2
Baths	1
Sqft	650–750

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Highlights

On-site laundry
Off-street parking
Brand new flooring
Spacious closet space
Heat and hot water included
Open layout connects kitchen, dining area, living room

Location

70 Lafayette Ave, Chelsea, MA 02150, USA|Soldiers Home

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Charlesgate Property Management LLC

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(781) 254-7124

Property Overview

Powderhorn offers strong overall value with an 8.5/10 expert rating, highlighted by a perfect 10/10 price score and 9/10 location score near a highly rated high school. Renters benefit from solid amenities (8/10) and trustworthy management (7/10), with features like on-site laundry, off-street parking, brand new flooring, spacious closets, and an open layout with heat and hot water included.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5

Very Good

With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Powderhorn is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Powderhorn has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

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High school nearby
Less expensive

Floor plans

	1 bed/ 1 bath	1 bed	1 bath	650 sqft	$2,100 /mo	1 unit available			Apply now: https screen boompay app a MRCoUvdQqOwXv34ApWqN Spacious front-facing 1-bedroom unit with great closet space and an updated kitchen featuring a dishwasher and good cabinet space. The open layout connects the kitchen to the living room, and a built-in AC unit is included. Great size bedroom with multiple large closets. Enjoy free hot water and on-site laundry. Off-street parking is available for added convenience.
	2 bed/ 1 bath	2 bed	1 bath	750 sqft	$2,200 /mo	7 units available			Apply now: https screen boompay app a kGkZEthI97DKFxRj8eM6 Spacious 2-bedroom unit with great closet space and an updated kitchen featuring a dishwasher, new stove, and good cabinet space. The open layout connects the kitchen to the dining area and living room, and a built-in AC unit is included. Good size bedrooms with brand new flooring. Heat and hot water are included, and there is laundry on-site. Off-street parking is also available. (Note: photos in ad are from a similar unit in the building).

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One-time. Refundable.

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Apply now: https screen boompay app a kGkZEthI97DKFxRj8eM6 Spacious 2-bedroom unit with great closet space and an updated kitchen featuring a dishwasher, new stove, and good cabinet space. The open layout connects the kitchen to the dining area and living room, and a built-in AC unit is included. Good size bedrooms with brand new flooring. Heat and hot water are included, and there is laundry on-site. Off-street parking is also available. (Note: photos in ad are from a similar unit in the building).

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5

/10

Very Good

How we rated Powderhorn

Price·10

Powderhorn 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·8

With multiple in-demand amenities, Powderhorn is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.

Location·9

Powderhorn 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·7

While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Powderhorn to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.

Trustworthiness·7

Powderhorn 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

How Powderhorn compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby: There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Less expensive: The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive: The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

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Rent trends in Soldiers Home

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 5% higher than 1-bedrooms in Soldiers Home.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Powderhorn to be 21% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Soldiers Home.

Median rents as of May 30 2026.

Soldiers Home

Chelsea

A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Chelsea
Month	Median Rent
June 2024	$2,225
July 2024	$2,359
August 2024	$2,214
September 2024	$2,274
October 2024	$2,273
November 2024	$2,273
December 2024	$2,256
January 2025	$2,223
February 2025	$2,214
March 2025	$2,200
April 2025	$2,208
May 2025	$2,185
June 2025	$2,191
July 2025	$2,200
August 2025	$2,536
September 2025	$2,183
October 2025	$2,112
November 2025	$2,121
December 2025	$2,212
January 2026	$2,180
February 2026	$2,199
March 2026	$2,335
April 2026	$2,231
May 2026	$2,246

A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Soldiers Home
Month	Median Rent
February 2025	$1,850
March 2025	$1,981
November 2025	$2,315
December 2025	$2,327
April 2026	$1,861
May 2026	$2,014

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