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26 Frederick Ave

Room in Shared 6 bed/1.5 bath home

Room in Shared 6 bed/1.5 bath home

74 Sharon St

50 Water St, Unit 12A

4 Brattle Dr

4 Brattle Dr

15 Piggott Rd

71 Grove St

385 Massachusetts Ave
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26 Heath Rd

15 Arizona Ter, Unit 4

25 Brooks Park

5 Viking Ct

200 Swanton St

200 Swanton St, Unit 3

550 Belmont St

14 Arizona Terrace

20 Chester St, Unit 5

11 Allen St
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15 Chester St

333 Massachusetts Ave

122 Decatur St

263 Highland Ave

1 Colonial Village Dr

422 High St

1 Colonial Dr

1 Colonial Village Dr

11 Allen St

15 Allen St
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79 Electric Ave

2 Vassar St, Unit Attic

5 Boston Ave

105 Winthrop St, Unit 1

29 Concord Ave, Unit 505

9 Chester St

898 Massachusetts Ave

898 Massachusetts Ave

35 Flett Rd

5 Arizona Ter, Unit 6
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Arlington, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Arlington?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arlington 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,483 | $2,100 | $6,000 |
| Arlington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,340 | $2,700 | $10,000+ |
| Arlington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,173 | $1,080 | $10,000+ |
| Arlington 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,276 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
| Arlington 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,893 | $1,080 | $10,000+ |
| Arlington 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,708 | $1,050 | $9,000 |
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Cheapest Available Arlington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Arlington, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Elmwood Apartments in the Nobility Hill neighborhood priced from $1,650. Brattle Drive Apartments in the Rock Meadow neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Arlington apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elmwood Apartments | Studio 250 sf | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Brattle Drive Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
| Old Colony Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| 805 Mount Auburn St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| Blair Pond Estates | Renovated Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arlington, MA
As of April 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arlington area is the $0.27 price per square foot 5 Blake St Model at 5 Blake St in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Arlington apartment is the 146 Oxford St Model at 146 Oxford St starting at $2,350 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Blake St | 5 Blake St | Studio ,1BA | $0.27 |
| 146 Oxford St | 146 Oxford St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 55 Cedar St, Unit #3 | 55 Cedar St | 1BR,1BA | $0.28 |
| 15 Blake St | 15 Blake St | Studio ,1BA | $0.24 |
| 137 Trapelo Rd, Unit #125-33 | 137 Trapelo Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 107 College Ave, Unit #22 | 107 College Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.28 |
| 532 Belmont St, Unit #24 | 532 Belmont St | 1BR,1BA | $0.26 |
| 60 Homer Ave, Unit 1 | 60 Homer Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 28 Hinckley St, Unit 1R | 28 Hinckley St | Studio ,1BA | $0.24 |
| 1648 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 54 | 1648 Massachusetts Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Arlington?
There are currently 1559 Apartments for Rent in Arlington, MA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $15,000. There are also 1315 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Arlington ranging from $1,050 to $19,500.
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 $1,050 to $19,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,544.
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 $850 to $6,880, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,700 to $16,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,080 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,150.
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