Cheap Apartments for Rent in Arlington, MA from $800 (37 Rentals)

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64 Henderson St
$800 - $1,000
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$800 - $1,000

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64 Henderson St

64 Henderson StArlington, MA 02474
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40 Alfred Rd, Unit 1
$1,950
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$1,950

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1 Bedroom Apartment Available Jul 1

40 Alfred Rd, Unit 1

40 Alfred RdArlington, MA 02474
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40 Alfred Rd, Unit g
$1,950
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$1,950

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40 Alfred Rd, Unit g

40 Alfred RdArlington, MA 02474
property at 27 Franklin St

$2,000

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27 Franklin St

ArlingtonMA02474

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15 Rice Ave, Unit Rice Ave #1
$900
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$900

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3 Bedroom Apartment Available Jul 1

15 Rice Ave, Unit Rice Ave #1

15 Rice AveMedford, MA 02155
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26 Ellington Rd
$1,175 - $3,600
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$1,175 - $3,600

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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartment Available Sep 1

26 Ellington Rd

26 Ellington RdSomerville, MA 02144
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81 Morton Ave, Unit 2
$1,350
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$1,350

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81 Morton Ave, Unit 2

81 Morton AveMedford, MA 02155
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property at 16 Garden St

$1,900

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16 Garden St

MedfordMA02155
property at 2534 Massachusetts Ave

$1,900 - $2,900

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2534 Massachusetts Ave

CambridgeMA02140
property at 12 Brooks Park

$1,950

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12 Brooks Park

MedfordMA02155

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MedfordMA02155
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24 Park Ave
$2,000 - $3,600
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$2,000 - $3,600

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24 Park Ave

24 Park AveSomerville, MA 02144
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property at 3 Cedar Square

$2,000

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3 Cedar Square

CambridgeMA02140
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Finch Cambridge
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Finch Cambridge

671-675 Concord AveCambridge, MA 02138
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61-63 Moraine St
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61-63 Moraine St

61-63 Moraine StBelmont, MA 02478
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78-86 Prentiss St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

78-86 Prentiss St

78-86 Prentiss StWatertown, MA 02472

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Arlington, MA Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Arlington Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Arlington, MA is a Studio unit found at Old Colony Apartments in the Rock Meadow neighborhood priced from $1,750. 805 Mount Auburn St in the Harvard Square neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Arlington apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Old Colony ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,750
805 Mount Auburn StStudioStudio,1BA$1,850
Blair Pond EstatesRenovated StudioStudio,1BA$1,995
Brattle Drive ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arlington, MA

As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arlington area is the $0.29 price per square foot 22 Murdock St Model at 22 Murdock St, Unit 2 in the in the Harvard Square neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Arlington apartment is the 101 Fayerweather St Model at 101 Fayerweather St, Unit B starting at $2,350 with a $0.24 price per square foot in the Harvard Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arlington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
22 Murdock St, Unit 222 Murdock St2BR,1BA$0.29
101 Fayerweather St, Unit B101 Fayerweather St1BR,1BA$0.24
124 Forest St, Unit 3B124 Forest St3BR,1BA$0.27
4 Washington Ave, Unit 6-11M4 Washington AveStudio ,1BA$0.25
5 Blake St5 Blake StStudio ,1BA$0.27
5 Blake St5 Blake StStudio ,1BA$0.27
60 Walden St, Unit 260 Walden St1BR,1BA$0.25
137 Trapelo Rd, Unit #125-33137 Trapelo Rd1BR,1BA$0.23
18 Murdock St, Unit #14 - 1.618 Murdock St1BR,1BA$0.28
12 Hancock St, Unit #12-14 unit 312 Hancock St1BR,1BA$0.29

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Arlington Overview

Arlington, 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. 

Why live in Arlington, MA?

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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Arlington Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Arlington?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Arlington is at Old Colony Apartments listed at $1,750.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Arlington Apartment is $2,000 at Old Colony Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Arlington is starting from $2,300 at Old Colony Apartments.

What is the most affordable Arlington Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Arlington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Blair Pond Estates and starts from $3,050.

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