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Arlington, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Arlington?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Arlington Studio Apartments | $2,680 | $1,595 | $6,854 |
Arlington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,100 | $1,500 | $8,783 |
Arlington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,605 | $2,200 | $9,668 |
Arlington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,007 | $2,500 | $10,000+ |
Arlington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,064 | $3,000 | $10,000+ |
Arlington 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,758 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
Arlington 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,705 | $4,500 | $10,000+ |
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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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Getting Around Arlington, MA
Walk Score®
86 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
81 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
48 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arlington
How much are Studio apartments in Arlington?
There are currently 123 Studio Apartments in Arlington with rent ranges from $1,895 to $6,854 with an average price of $6,401.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Arlington Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Arlington ranges from $1,500 to $8,783 with an average monthly rent of $3,100.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Arlington cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Arlington range from $2,200 to $9,668. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,605.
How expensive are Arlington Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 931 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Arlington on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,500 to $15,671 - averaging $4,007 for the location.
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