
Cheap Homes for Rent in Brattle Neighborhood of Arlington, MA from $1,200 (43 Rentals)
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Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home, Unit B

74 Sharon St

2592 Massachusetts Ave, Unit Cambridge Condo

79 Harvey St

6 Boston Ave

80 Sharon St

13 Mill St, Unit 2F
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385 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 75

12 Colonial Village Dr

7 Harris Cir

4 Brattle Dr, Unit 3

15 Arizona Terrace

98 Sharon St

333 Massachusetts Ave

77 Fairfax St, Unit B
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11 Allen St, Unit 3

11 Brattle Dr, Unit 5

8 Old Colony Ln

67 Grove St

11 Allen St, Unit 3

15 Allen St

12 Brattle Dr, Unit 1

12 Brattle Dr, Unit 6
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898 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 45

0 Brattle Dr, Unit 6

8 Brattle Dr, Unit 5

0 Brattle Dr, Unit 10

898 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 33

2 Brattle Dr, Unit 7

51 Hill Rd, Unit 407

6 Old Colony Ln, Unit 2
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163 Summer St, Unit 23

8 Brattle Dr, Unit 2

22 Hamilton Rd

40 Alfred Rd, Unit 40 Alfred Road, Basement

975 Massachusetts Ave

155 Massachusetts Ave

107 Warren St, Unit 2

34 Hamilton Rd, Unit 206
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8 Lake St

385 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 56

49 Broadway, Unit 9
Brattle, Arlington, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Brattle?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brattle 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,657 | $2,275 | $10,000+ |
| Brattle 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,411 | $1,390 | $10,000+ |
| Brattle 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,469 | $3,900 | $7,700 |
| Brattle 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,935 | $3,500 | $10,000+ |
| Brattle 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,426 | $6,200 | $10,000+ |
| Brattle 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,375 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 43 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Brattle Neighborhood of Arlington, MA.
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Cheapest Available Brattle Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Brattle area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at Brattle Drive Apartments priced from $1,650. Old Colony Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here are the most affordable Brattle apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brattle Drive Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| Old Colony Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| Mass Ave 333-Allen Street Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath 650sf | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| Arlington Gardens | 1B1G | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| 840-846 Massachusetts Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brattle, MA
As of June 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brattle area is the $0.30 price per square foot 11 Hill Rd Model at 11 Hill Rd, Unit 11 Hill in the in the Harvard Square neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Brattle apartment is the 1 Victoria St Model at 1 Victoria St, Unit #1A starting at $3,000 with a $0.30 price per square foot in the Strawberry Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brattle apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Hill Rd, Unit 11 Hill | 11 Hill Rd | 2BR,2BA | $0.30 |
| 1 Victoria St, Unit #1A | 1 Victoria St | 2BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 77 Fairfax St | 77 Fairfax St | 2BR,1BA | $0.33 |
| 77 Fairfax St | 77 Fairfax St | 2BR,1BA | $0.33 |
| 83 Yorktown St, Unit 1M | 83 Yorktown St | 2BR,1BA | $0.34 |
| 56 Gordon St, Unit 2 | 56 Gordon St | 4BR,1BA | $0.40 |
| 1 Victoria St | 1 Victoria St | 4BR,2BA | $0.45 |
| 40 Cherry St, Unit 3 | 40 Cherry St | 4BR,1.5BA | $0.48 |
| 3 Hamilton Rd, Unit #2 | 3 Hamilton Rd | 6BR,4BA | $0.59 |
| 64 Henderson St | 64 Henderson St | 4BR,3BA | $0.47 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Brattle
What type of rentals are currently available in Brattle?
There are currently 258 Apartments for Rent in Brattle, MA with pricing that ranges from $800 to $7,595. There are also 207 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Brattle ranging from $1,200 to $19,600.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Brattle?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Brattle ranges from $1,200 to $19,600 with an average monthly rent of $5,479.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Brattle?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Brattle range from $1,500 to $6,300, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,390 to $10,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $800.
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