Cheap Apartments for Rent in Allston, MA from $300 (143 Rentals)

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80 Gardner St
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80 Gardner St

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

220-236 Kelton StAllston, MA 02134
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75 Allston St, Unit PARKING
$100
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$100

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$100
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

75 Allston St, Unit PARKING

75 Allston StBoston, MA 02134
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106 Addington Rd

BrooklineMA02445

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7 Linden St, Unit room
$950
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$950

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$950
3 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

7 Linden St, Unit room

7 Linden StBoston, MA 02134
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20 Highgate St

BostonMA02134
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22 Highgate St

BostonMA02134
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1688 Beacon St, Unit 16
$1,100
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$1,100

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$1,100
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1688 Beacon St, Unit 16

1688 Beacon StBrookline, MA 02446
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1699 Cambridge St, Unit 12A
$1,100
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$1,100

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$1,100
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1699 Cambridge St, Unit 12A

1699 Cambridge StCambridge, MA 02138
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2 Lothian Rd
$1,150
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$1,150

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$1,150
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2 Lothian Rd

2 Lothian RdBoston, MA 02135
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17 Putnam Ave, Unit room
$1,199
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$1,199

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$1,199
6 Bedroom Apartment Available Jan 1, 2026

17 Putnam Ave, Unit room

17 Putnam AveCambridge, MA 02139
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175 River St, Unit 2
$1,299
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$1,299

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$1,299
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175 River St, Unit 2

175 River StCambridge, MA 02139
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180 Calumet St, Unit #2
$1,300
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$1,300

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$1,300
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180 Calumet St, Unit #2

180 Calumet StBoston, MA 02120
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848 Huntington Ave, Unit 2A
$1,300
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$1,300

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$1,300
3 Bedroom Apartment Available Jan 1, 2026

848 Huntington Ave, Unit 2A

848 Huntington AveBoston, MA 02115
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6 Radcliffe Rd, Unit 1
$1,350
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$1,350

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$1,350
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6 Radcliffe Rd, Unit 1

6 Radcliffe RdBoston, MA 02134
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923 Beacon St, Unit 2
$1,399
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$1,399

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1 Bedroom Apartment Available Jan 1, 2026

923 Beacon St, Unit 2

923 Beacon StBoston, MA 02215
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Allston, MA

As of December 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Allston area is the $0.00 price per square foot 336 Harvard St Model at 336 Harvard St, Unit G6 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $3,060. The second greatest value Allston apartment is the 1120 Commonwealth Ave Model at 1120 Commonwealth Ave, Unit A starting at $1,875 with a $0.19 price per square foot in the Harvard Square 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.
336 Harvard St, Unit G6336 Harvard St1BR,1BA$0.00
1120 Commonwealth Ave, Unit A1120 Commonwealth AveStudio ,1BA$0.19
70 Peterborough St, Unit A70 Peterborough StStudio ,1BA$0.18
99 Warren St, Unit 1699 Warren StStudio ,1BA$0.17
15 Higgins St, Unit A15 Higgins St1BR,1BA$0.18
180 Calumet St, Unit #2180 Calumet St3BR,1BA$0.13
92 Wallace St, Unit 192 Wallace St1BR,1BA$0.08
31 Seattle St, Unit B31 Seattle St1BR,1BA$0.18
20 Chester St, Unit #1A20 Chester StStudio ,1BA$0.17
48 Strathmore Rd, Unit #2348 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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Walk Score®

93 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

84 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

66 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

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 CHR Brookline - Coolidge Corner Communities listed at $1,750.

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