
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Arlington Center Neighborhood of Arlington, MA from $1,200 (36 Rentals)
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46-48-48 Moulton Rd

Brattle Drive Apartments

13 Mill St, Unit 1F

Old Colony Apartments

7 Old Colony Ln

314 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 11

310 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 11
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3 Brattle Dr, Unit 3

339 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 10

385 Massachusetts Ave

385 Massachusetts Ave

9 Ryder St

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11 Brattle St, Unit apt 3

135 Massachusetts Ave

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135 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 1
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119 Pleasant St

4 Old Colony Ln

276 Massachusetts Ave

276 Massachusetts Ave

Arlington Gardens Apartments

898 Massachusetts Ave

892 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 50

8 Menotomy Rd
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7 Old Colony Ln

9 Ryder St

4 Old Colony Ln

60 Pleasant St

993 Massachusetts Ave

15 Old Colony Ln
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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 | $2,026 | $1,200 | $2,700 |
| Arlington Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,415 | $1,900 | $3,689 |
| Arlington Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,209 | $2,200 | $4,294 |
| Arlington Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,398 | $2,600 | $4,377 |
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There are currently 36 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 840-846 Massachusetts Ave priced from $1,200. Old Colony Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here are the most affordable Arlington Center apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 840-846 Massachusetts Ave | 840 - Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Old Colony Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| 119 Pleasant St | Studios | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
| Brigham Square Apartments | Menotomy | Studio,1BA | $2,621 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arlington Center, MA
As of November 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Arlington Center area is the $0.33 price per square foot 48 Moulton Rd Model at 48 Moulton Rd, Unit 2 in the in the Rock Meadow neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Arlington Center apartment is the 17 Egerton Rd Model at 17 Egerton Rd, Unit 1M starting at $3,800 with a $1.90 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48 Moulton Rd, Unit 2 | 48 Moulton Rd | 3BR,2BA | $0.33 |
| 17 Egerton Rd, Unit 1M | 17 Egerton Rd | 5BR,2BA | $1.90 |
| 18 Moulton Rd, Unit 2 | 18 Moulton Rd | 3BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| The Artemis at Arlington Heights | C2A | 3BR,2BA | $3.31 |
| 50 Marion Rd, Unit 1 | 50 Marion Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 25 Laurel St, Unit 25 Laurel St. | 25 Laurel St | 2BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| 22 Melrose St, Unit 2 | 22 Melrose St | 2BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| 12 Belknap Street, Unit 1 | 12 Belknap Street | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 50 Marion Rd, Unit 1 | 50 Marion Rd | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| 840-846 Massachusetts Ave | 846 - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.72 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleArlington Center, Arlington, MA
Ranked #2
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Arlington Center Neighborhood in Arlington, MA
Walk Score®
89 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
84 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
50 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 840-846 Massachusetts Ave listed at $1,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Arlington Center Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Arlington Center Apartment is $1,900 at 840-846 Massachusetts Ave.
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 $2,600 at Old Colony 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 $4,377.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

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