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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Hardwood floors
  • Large living area
  • Laundry in building
  • Pet friendly
  • Spacious 4 bedroom

Location

5 Lowden Ave, Somerville, MA 02144, USA|Powder House
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Management

J.M.I. Investment Properties, LLC

Leasing office

(844) 334-3308 ext. 3015

Property Overview

5 Lowden Avenue receives a stellar Zumper expert rating of 8.8, reflecting its competitive pricing, impressive amenities, and prime location, which both enhance overall quality of life. Notable features include hardwood floors, a spacious living area, laundry facilities, and pet-friendly policies, complemented by the convenience of nearby schools and pet services. This property is well-equipped to meet a variety of lifestyle needs through its desirable characteristics and commitment to transparency in its listings.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 5 Lowden Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5 Lowden Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

5 Lowden Avenue - 24 bed2 bath1,600 sqft$3,595 /moShort Term Lease Available now - May 31, 2026. No Broker Fee! Only First and Last to move in! Pet Friendly! Available Now! Newly Painted, Spacious 4 bedroom 2 bathroom plus bonus den/storage and deck. Apartment features single level living on the second floor with large eat-in kitchen with new dishwasher. large living area with hardwood floors throughout and adjacent office nook. Laundry in building. Water and Sewer included. Located in Powder Square, minutes to Tufts University and a Quick walk to Davis square Red line and restaurants, minutes away from Ball Square Green Line station.

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Amenities for 5 Lowden Avenue

Apartment Amenities

Trash IncludedUtilities/Sewer
Water

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Storage
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

Application Fee

One-time. Agent application fee.

$35

REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 1 cat max.

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Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 1 dog max.

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About 5 Lowden Avenue

HomeApartments in SomervillePowder House 5 Lowden Avenue

Short Term Lease Available now - May 31, 2026. No Broker Fee! Only First and Last to move in! Pet Friendly! Available Now! Newly Painted, Spacious 4 bedroom 2 bathroom plus bonus den/storage and deck. Apartment features single level living on the second floor with large eat-in kitchen with new dishwasher. large living area with hardwood floors throughout and adjacent office nook. Laundry in building. Water and Sewer included. Located in Powder Square, minutes to Tufts University and a Quick walk to Davis square Red line and restaurants, minutes away from Ball Square Green Line station. Julie Ilyas, MBA Owner / Broker J.M.I. Investment Properties, LLC www.jmiproperties.com


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 5 Lowden Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5 Lowden Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 5 Lowden Avenue
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.
5 Lowden Avenue 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.
5 Lowden Avenue goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 5 Lowden Avenue 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.
5 Lowden Avenue 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 5 Lowden Avenue to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.
5 Lowden Avenue 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.

5 Lowden Avenue is great for:

Pet owners

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

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 5 Lowden Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

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Rent trends in Powder House

4-bedroom apartments at 5 Lowden Avenue cost about 31% less than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Powder House.

Median rents as of Jan 24 2026.
Powder House
Somerville
A table of studio rental data trends in Somerville
MonthMedian 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$2,391
A table of studio rental data trends in Powder House
MonthMedian 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$2,479

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Bedrooms

4+ bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$143,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $143,800 annually to afford this 4-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,595.
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Schools near 5 Lowden Avenue

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+

Arthur D. Healey School

5 meacham st

somerville, MA, 2145

PK, K-8Public
B-

Winter Hill Community School

115 sycamore st

somerville, MA, 2145

PK, K-8Public
C+
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Getting around Somerville near 5 Lowden Ave

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
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 5 Lowden Ave, 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

7/10
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

4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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