
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Arlington Neighborhood of Arlington, MA from $1,600 (23 Rentals)
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109 Oxford St

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40 Alfred Rd, Unit 1

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40 Alfred Rd, Unit g

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Arlington Gardens

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34 Hamilton Rd, Unit 206
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49 Broadway, Unit 9

107 Warren St, Unit 2

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24 Henderson St

Mass Ave, 385

15 Arizona Terrace

119 Pleasant St

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47 Mystic St

14 Arizona Terrace

32 Hamilton Rd

2534 Massachusetts Ave

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2574 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 1

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Tempo Cambridge
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The Royal Belmont

2456 Massachusetts Ave
East Arlington, Arlington, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Arlington?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Arlington Studio Apartments | $2,718 | $1,650 | $3,500 |
| East Arlington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,943 | $1,950 | $4,375 |
| East Arlington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,443 | $2,500 | $4,865 |
| East Arlington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,988 | $3,350 | $5,950 |
| East Arlington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,614 | $3,400 | $6,000 |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Arlington Neighborhood of Arlington, MA.
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Cheapest Available East Arlington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Arlington area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at 109 Oxford St priced from $1,650. Arlington Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here are the most affordable East Arlington apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 109 Oxford St | 3 | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| Arlington Gardens | 1B1G | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| Tempo Cambridge | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2,785 |
| The Royal Belmont | Norbert | 1BR,1BA | $2,885 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Arlington, MA
As of July 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Arlington area is the $0.40 price per square foot 19 Adams St Model at 19 Adams St, Unit 2A in the in the East Arlington neighborhood starting from $4,000. The second greatest value East Arlington apartment is the 71 Freeman St Model at 71 Freeman St, Unit 2 starting at $4,700 with a $2.35 price per square foot in the East Arlington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Arlington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Adams St, Unit 2A | 19 Adams St | 3BR,2BA | $0.40 |
| 71 Freeman St, Unit 2 | 71 Freeman St | 4BR,2BA | $2.35 |
| The Legacy at Arlington Center | 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom Flat | 2BR,2BA | $2.18 |
| 7 Marrigan St, Unit 1 | 7 Marrigan St | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.71 |
| 18 Silk St, Unit 1 | 18 Silk St | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| 74 Harlow St, Unit 72B | 74 Harlow St | 3BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| 220 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 2 | 220 Massachusetts Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| 24 Henderson St | 24 Henderson St | 2BR,1BA | $3.57 |
| 40 Alfred Rd, Unit 1 | 40 Alfred Rd | 1BR,1BA | $3.90 |
| 40 Alfred Rd, Unit g | 40 Alfred Rd | 1BR,1BA | $3.90 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Arlington Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Arlington Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Arlington Apartment is $2,200 at Arlington Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Arlington Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Arlington is starting from $3,700 at The Legacy at Arlington Center.
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