Cheap Apartments for Rent in Allston, MA from $800 (264 Rentals)

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220 - 236 Kelton St
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$1,895 - $2,500
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220 - 236 Kelton St

220-236 Kelton StAllston, MA 02134
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80 Gardner St
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80 Gardner St

80 Gardner StAllston, MA 02134
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33 Walbridge St
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33 Walbridge St

33 Walbridge StAllston, MA 02134
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227 Harvard Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

227 Harvard Ave

227 Harvard AveAllston, MA 02134
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property at 473-475-475 Windsor St

$875

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$875

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$875

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473-475-475 Windsor St

CambridgeMA02141
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163 Belmont St, Unit Room
$1,000
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$1,000

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$1,000
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163 Belmont St, Unit Room

163 Belmont StBelmont, MA 02478
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43 Parkton Rd
$1,220 - $4,750
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$1,220 - $4,750

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1 to 4 Bedroom Apartment Available Sep 1

43 Parkton Rd

43 Parkton RdBoston, MA 02130
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19 Hunting St, Unit 1
$1,300
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$1,300

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$1,300
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19 Hunting St, Unit 1

19 Hunting StCambridge, MA 02141
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26 Lake Shore Ter, Unit 2
$1,300
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$1,300

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$1,300
3 Bedroom Apartment Available Sep 1

26 Lake Shore Ter, Unit 2

26 Lake Shore TerBoston, MA 02135
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property at 315 Elm St

$1,300 - $2,450

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$1,300

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$1,300

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315 Elm St

CambridgeMA02139
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3 Winship Pl, Unit 1
$1,350
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$1,350

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$1,350
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3 Winship Pl, Unit 1

3 Winship PlBoston, MA 02135
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184 Aspinwall Ave, Unit C
$1,400
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$1,400

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$1,400
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184 Aspinwall Ave, Unit C

184 Aspinwall AveBrookline, MA 02446
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90 Chandler St, Unit 2
$1,425
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$1,425

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$1,425
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90 Chandler St, Unit 2

90 Chandler StSomerville, MA 02144
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property at 28 S Huntington Ave

$1,500

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28 S Huntington Ave

BostonMA02130
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Vinal Street Apartments
$1,550 - $2,150
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$1,550 - $2,150

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$1,550 - $2,150
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Vinal Street Apartments

10-16 Vinal StBrighton, MA 02135
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Cambridge Ivy Inn
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$1,600 - $2,550
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$1,600 - $2,550

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$1,600 - $2,550
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Cambridge Ivy Inn

50-52 Irving StCambridge, MA 02138
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119 Brainerd Rd, Unit 6
$1,625
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$1,625

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$1,625
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119 Brainerd Rd, Unit 6

119 Brainerd RdBoston, MA 02134
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property at 51 S Huntington Ave

$1,695

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$1,695

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51 S Huntington Ave

BostonMA02130

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Cheapest Available Allston Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Burbank TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$1,575
CHR Coolidge Corner CommunitiesStudio/1 BathStudio,1BA$1,780

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Allston, MA

As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Allston area is the $0.20 price per square foot 105 Jersey St Model at 105 Jersey St, Unit 5 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Allston apartment is the 132 Sutherland Rd Model at 132 Sutherland Rd, Unit A starting at $2,100 with a $0.21 price per square foot in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Allston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
105 Jersey St, Unit 5105 Jersey StStudio ,1BA$0.20
132 Sutherland Rd, Unit A132 Sutherland Rd1BR,1BA$0.21
317 Allston St317 Allston StStudio ,1BA$0.20
18 Saint Lukes RdStudioStudio ,1BA$0.18
15 Higgins St15 Higgins St1BR,1BA$0.18
193 Strathmore Rd, Unit 10193 Strathmore Rd1BR,1BA$0.20
2 Chestnut Hill Ave, Unit 42 Chestnut Hill AveStudio ,1BA$0.20
22 Highgate St, Unit 122 Highgate StStudio ,2BA$0.15
77 Chiswick Rd, Unit 277 Chiswick Rd1BR,1BA$0.21
70 Strathmore Rd, Unit 11A70 Strathmore RdStudio ,1BA$0.18

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Allston Overview

If you want to access the awesome schools and job market located in the Northeast, then you may be interested in living in Allston, Massachusetts. There are lots of people who are looking for apartments in Allston, and there are plenty of options available. What do you need to know about Allston apartments, and how can you find the best option to meet your needs? Learn more about this beautiful city below, and figure out how you can find your next home in the local area.á

Why live in Allston, MA?

There are a lot of reasons why people choose to live in Allston, Massachusetts. First, there is a tremendous amount of history in this area. It is one of the older neighborhoods in Boston, and there are beautiful historical sites throughout the area. Second, there is a lot of culture in the area as well. The neighborhood is actually named after a famous painter and poet. Finally, the cost of living in this area is also a bit lower than the rest of Boston. Therefore, you might be able to save money.á

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Allston Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Allston?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Allston is at Burbank Terrace listed at $1,575.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Allston Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Allston Apartment is $1,900 at 27 Saint Lukes Rd.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Allston Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Allston is starting from $2,350 at 27 Saint Lukes Rd.

What is the most affordable Allston Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Allston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 51 Park Dr and starts from $2,250.

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