
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Arlington Center Neighborhood of Arlington, MA from $1,900 (24 Rentals)
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1 Brattle Dr, Unit 1

333 Massachusetts Ave

11 Brattle Dr, Unit 5

333 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 11

12 Brattle Dr, Unit 1

12 Brattle Dr, Unit 6

11 Old Colony Ln, Unit 7
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2 Brattle Dr, Unit 7

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1 Brattle Dr, Unit 8

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1 Brattle Dr, Unit 6
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2 Brattle Dr, Unit 5

993 Massachusetts Ave

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898 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 23

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Arlington Center, Arlington, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Arlington Center?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arlington Center 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,259 | $2,500 | $3,800 |
| Arlington Center 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,457 | $3,350 | $6,800 |
| Arlington Center 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,071 | $3,800 | $6,500 |
| Arlington Center 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,200 | $3,500 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 24 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 $1,750. 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 | $1,750 |
| Arlington Gardens | 1B1G | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| The Artemis at Arlington Heights | S1A | Studio,1BA | $2,590 |
| Arlington 360 | A1.2R | 1BR,1BA | $2,893 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arlington Center, MA
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arlington Center area is the $2.16 price per square foot 16 Appleton Place Model at 16 Appleton Place in the in the Rock Meadow neighborhood starting from $4,100. The second greatest value Arlington Center apartment is the 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom Flat Model at The Legacy at Arlington Center starting at $3,700 with a $2.18 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Appleton Place | 16 Appleton Place | 3BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| The Legacy at Arlington Center | 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom Flat | 2BR,2BA | $2.18 |
| Arlington 360 | T3 Townhome | 3BR,3BA | $3.63 |
| Brigham Square Apartments | Moxie | 2BR,2BA | $3.68 |
| 840-846 Massachusetts Ave | 846 - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| Arlington Gardens | 1B1G | 1BR,1BA | $4.21 |
| 40 Alfred Rd, Unit g | 40 Alfred Rd | 1BR,1BA | $3.90 |
| The Artemis at Arlington Heights | S1A | Studio ,1BA | $5.18 |
| Old Colony Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.38 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Arlington Center?
There are currently 97 Apartments for Rent in Arlington Center, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,650 to $7,350. There are also 61 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Arlington Center ranging from $1,900 to $12,950.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Arlington Center?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Arlington Center ranges from $1,900 to $12,950 with an average monthly rent of $4,261.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Arlington Center?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Arlington Center range from $2,975 to $5,994, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,350 to $6,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,400.
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