
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Arlington Center Neighborhood of Arlington, MA from $1,000 (40 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Arlington Center area of Arlington.


4 Brattle Dr

14 Brattle Ln, Unit 6

Old Colony Apartments

Brattle Drive Apartments

4 Brattle Dr

60 Pleasant View Rd, Unit 211
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7 Old Colony Ln

385 Massachusetts Ave

385 Massachusetts Ave

310 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 11

11 Brattle Dr, Unit 2

0 Brattle Dr

1 Brattle Dr, Unit 6
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12 Brattle Dr

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Arlington Gardens Apartments

15 Allen St, Unit 8

339 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 10

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279 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 1

276 Massachusetts Ave
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4 Old Colony Ln

119 Pleasant St

215 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 47

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The Artemis at Arlington Heights

7 Old Colony Ln

60 Pleasant St

9 Ryder St
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4 Old Colony Ln

69 Grove St

995 Massachusetts Ave

993 Massachusetts Ave

230 Massachusetts Ave

67 Grove St
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Arlington Center, Arlington, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Arlington Center?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arlington Center Studio Apartments | $2,105 | $1,800 | $2,771 |
| Arlington Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,403 | $1,900 | $3,585 |
| Arlington Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,287 | $2,200 | $4,296 |
| Arlington Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,889 | $3,000 | $4,775 |
| Arlington Center 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,400 | $1,000 | $3,800 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 40 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Arlington Center Neighborhood of Arlington, MA.
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Cheapest Available Arlington Center Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Arlington Center area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at Old Colony Apartments priced from $1,800. Brattle Drive Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,950. Here are the most affordable Arlington Center apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Colony Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| Brattle Drive Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Arlington Gardens Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| Mass Ave 333-Allen Street Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath 650sf | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| 119 Pleasant St | Studios | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
| The Artemis at Arlington Heights | S1A | Studio,1BA | $2,252 |
| Brigham Square Apartments | Menotomy | Studio,1BA | $2,611 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arlington Center, MA
As of December 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Arlington Center area is the $0.35 price per square foot 17 Egerton Rd Model at 17 Egerton Rd, Unit 1 in the in the East Arlington neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Arlington Center apartment is the 17 Egerton Rd Model at 17 Egerton Rd, Unit #1 starting at $3,500 with a $0.35 price per square foot in the East Arlington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arlington Center apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Egerton Rd, Unit 1 | 17 Egerton Rd | 5BR,2BA | $0.35 |
| 17 Egerton Rd, Unit #1 | 17 Egerton Rd | 5BR,2BA | $0.35 |
| 195 Forest St | 195 Forest St | 4BR,2.5BA | $0.34 |
| 17 Egerton Rd, Unit 1M | 17 Egerton Rd | 5BR,2BA | $1.90 |
| 15 Egerton Rd, Unit 1 | 15 Egerton Rd | 5BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| 28 Cornell St, Unit 1 | 28 Cornell St | 2BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| 50 Marion Rd, Unit 1A | 50 Marion Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 25 Laurel St, Unit 25 Laurel St. | 25 Laurel St | 2BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| 22 Melrose St, Unit 2 | 22 Melrose St | 2BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| Brattle Drive Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Arlington Center Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Arlington Center?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Arlington Center is at Old Colony Apartments listed at $1,800.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Arlington Center Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Arlington Center Apartment is $1,950 at Brattle Drive Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Arlington Center Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Arlington Center is starting from $2,200 at Arlington Gardens Apartments.
What is the most affordable Arlington Center Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Arlington Center Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Artemis at Arlington Heights and starts from $4,340.
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