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| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arlington Studio Apartments | $2,596 | $1,650 | $4,000 |
Arlington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,047 | $1,150 | $6,822 |
| Arlington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,599 | $1,200 | $7,350 |
| Arlington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,971 | $1,000 | $7,570 |
| Arlington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,885 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Arlington 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,045 | $4,406 | $9,000 |
| Arlington 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,313 | $4,200 | $9,100 |
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Arlington, MA is found at Windsor at Cambridge Park in the Harvard Square neighborhood and is 1,038 square feet priced from $3,759. Avalon at Lexington Hills in the Woodhaven neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 927 square feet and currently listed start at $2,790. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Arlington:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor at Cambridge Park | F | 1,038 Sq Ft | $3,759 |
| Avalon at Lexington Hills | A3 | 927 Sq Ft | $2,790 |
| Sanctuary Winchester West | A4 Den | 888 Sq Ft | $3,372 |
| The Artemis at Arlington Heights | A1D | 862 Sq Ft | $2,850 |
| Hanover Alewife | F | 854 Sq Ft | $3,342 |
| Avalon at Lexington | A1 | 853 Sq Ft | $3,023 |
| Vox on Two | A2A | 840 Sq Ft | $2,925 |
| The Laurent | 1 Bed/1 Bath Den-A2D | 838 Sq Ft | $4,114 |
| Arlington 360 | A1.2R | 825 Sq Ft | $3,042 |
| Brigham Square Apartments | Robbins | 819 Sq Ft | $3,305 |
As of July 21, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Arlington, MA is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $2,000 at Old Colony Apartments in the Rock Meadow neighborhood. The second most affordable Arlington 1 Bedroom is the Oak Model at Shaker Glen Village starting at $2,095 in the Turning Mill neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Arlington is currently $3,047. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Arlington:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Old Colony Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $2,000 |
| Shaker Glen Village | Oak | $2,095 |
| Brattle Drive Apartments | One Bedroom | $2,100 |
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Write a ReviewArlington, Massachusetts of the Town situated in Middlesex County. It is approximately 6 miles outside of the city of Boston, located just to the Northwest. It is a city that is known for its friendly people, rich history, and strong school system. For these reasons, there are a lot of people who are flocking to Arlington, Massachusetts, particularly because of the access it provides to the city of Boston. If you are looking for apartments in Arlington, learn more about this beautiful town below.
There are several reasons why so many people decide to live in Arlington, Massachusetts. First, the cost of living is a bit lower in Arlington when compared to Boston. Even though property values are high, they are not nearly as astronomical as they are in Boston. Second, living in Arlington still provides easy access to the city of Boston. There are several major roads that go from Arlington to Boston, and there are mass transit options that go from Arlington into Boston as well. In addition, living in Arlington provides easy access to Boston Logan International Airport. Finally, the school system in Arlington is very strong. Parents do not have to look far to make sure their children have access to a strong education.
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Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Arlington is at Old Colony Apartments listed at $2,000.
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Arlington is $3,047.
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Arlington is a 1,038 square feet unit starting from $3,759 at Windsor at Cambridge Park.
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Arlington is currently 910 sq ft.
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