229 Highland # 1, Somerville MA 02143
Somerville, MA 02143 • Powderhouse
$3,650
$3,250/mo
About this home
Perfectly located between Porter and Davis Squares. Oversized 2 bedroom 1 bath with eat in kitchen, large bright living room, separate oversized dining room. Hardwood floors, free shared laundry in basement, garage parking spot included. Small fenced in yard and shared front porch.
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Property History
Market Insights
1
Price Changes
11%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Jul 24, 2026
$3,250
$400
(-10.96%)
From $3,650 to $3,250 (-11.0%)
Listed for Sale
Jul 15, 2026
$3,650
Original listing
Agent: Samantha Berdinka
Office: Engel & Volkers Boston
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/24/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $3,250 | $400 | - | From $3,650 to $3,250 (-11.0%) |
| 07/15/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $3,650 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Apartment
Year Built
1950
Living Area
1,300 sq ft
Lot Size
0.00
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
5
Rental Details
Available
Sep 1, 2026
Lease Term
Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes
Hot Water, Water
Security Deposit
$3,650
Required
First MonthLast MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets
Yes w/ Restrictions
Pet Policy
Dogs OKCats OKRestrictions Apply
Interior
Heating
Oil
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
Porch
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Porch
Parking
Features
None
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
None
Sewer
None
Gas
None
Other
None
Building & Pet Policy
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Unit/Building
1
Sq Ft Source
Owner
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
13 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Apartment
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1950
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,300 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,300 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1950
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Oil
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch
Patio & Porch:
Porch
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Nearby Schools
School District
Somerville School District local
B-
School Safety
2024-25
2.5%
Average
1.4%
Suspensions
2.2%
In-School
1.1%
Emergency
3.0% below state avg
Elementary Schools
3 schools
St. Theresa of the Child Jesus School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-08
A
John F Kennedy School
0.4 mi
|
#50 of 352
|
Score: 56.7
Improved 5 spots from last year
-1.5 below state avg
439 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
A+
Benjamin G Brown School
0.5 mi
|
#78 of 824
|
Score: 60.5
Dropped 61 spots from last year
+2.3 above state avg
219 students
Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
Middle Schools
3 schools
Next Wave Junior High School
0.7 mi
16 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
1.0 mi
|
#67 of 352
|
Score: 54.3
Dropped 2 spots from last year
-3.9 below state avg
292 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
Allium Montessori School
1.1 mi
Grades 01-06
High Schools
3 schools
F
Full Circle High School
0.7 mi
|
#344 of 346
|
Score: 17.3
Improved 22 spots from last year
-40.9 below state avg
67 students
Diverse
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
B+
Somerville High School
0.7 mi
|
#131 of 346
|
Score: 57.1
Improved 111 spots from last year
-1.1 below state avg
1,394 students
Diverse
17 sports
• 1,566 athletes
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Strong Athletics
Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
Curtis-Tufts School
0.8 mi
11 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood
Powderhouse
229 Highland # 1, Somerville MA 02143
Somerville, MA 02143
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Samantha Berdinka
Listing Office
Engel & Volkers Boston
Office Phone
617-936-4194
Agent MLS ID
CN218377
Office MLS ID
AN2593
Listing Data Updated
Jul 28, 2026 3:05 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.
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