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13 Mill St
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121 Trapelo Rd
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Arlington?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arlington 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,288 | $2,099 | $6,000 |
| Arlington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,165 | $2,500 | $10,000+ |
| Arlington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,175 | $960 | $10,000+ |
| Arlington 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,133 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Arlington 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,405 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Arlington Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Arlington, MA is a Studio unit found at 840-846 Massachusetts Ave in the Arlington Center neighborhood priced from $1,200. 805 Mount Auburn St in the Harvard Square neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Arlington apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 840-846 Massachusetts Ave | 840 - Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| 805 Mount Auburn St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| Old Colony Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| Brattle Drive Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Blair Pond Estates | Renovated Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| Chester Street Apartments | Studio 380sf 0 Bed 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arlington, MA
As of November 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Arlington area is the $0.22 price per square foot 27 Cameron Ave Model at 27 Cameron Ave, Unit 1B in the in the Harvard Square neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Arlington apartment is the 10 Cambridge Ter Model at 10 Cambridge Ter, Unit 1 starting at $2,400 with a $0.24 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arlington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Cameron Ave, Unit 1B | 27 Cameron Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 10 Cambridge Ter, Unit 1 | 10 Cambridge Ter | Studio ,1BA | $0.24 |
| 196 Sherman St, Unit 2 | 196 Sherman St | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 146 Oxford St, Unit 8 | 146 Oxford St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 5 Chester St, Unit 15-33 | 5 Chester St | Studio ,1BA | $0.23 |
| 15 Blake St, Unit #8 | 15 Blake St | Studio ,1BA | $0.24 |
| 14 Alberta Ter, Unit 6-3 | 14 Alberta Ter | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 14 Alberta Ter, Unit 6-3 | 14 Alberta Ter | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 68 Waterhouse St, Unit 2 | 68 Waterhouse St | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 60 Homer Ave, Unit 1 | 60 Homer Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Arlington?
There are currently 1458 Apartments for Rent in Arlington, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $15,000. There are also 1062 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Arlington ranging from $960 to $20,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Arlington?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Arlington ranges from $960 to $20,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,590.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Arlington?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Arlington range from $2,400 to $6,900, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,500 to $20,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $960 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,200.
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