42 William St
MedfordMA02155
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26 Charnwood Rd
SomervilleMA02144
34 Hume Ave
MedfordMA02155
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26 Charnwood Rd
SomervilleMA02144
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26 Charnwood Rd
BostonMA02144
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36 Newcastle Rd
BostonMA02135
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10 Hubbard Ave
CambridgeMA02140
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28 Charnwood Rd
BostonMA02144
74 Sharon St
MedfordMA02155
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36 Newcastle Rd
BostonMA02135
67 Milton St, Unit 2
67 Milton St
ArlingtonMA02474
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28 Charnwood Rd
SomervilleMA02144
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7 Dickson St
SomervilleMA02144
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CambridgeMA02138
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MedfordMA02155
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125 Trapelo Rd, Unit 1a
125 Trapelo RdBelmont, MA 02478
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36 Newcastle Rd
BostonMA02135
80 Sharon St
MedfordMA02155
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12 Colonial Village Dr
ArlingtonMA02474
86 Prentiss St, Unit 2
86 Prentiss St
WatertownMA02472
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28 Commonwealth Rd
WatertownMA02472
15 Arizona Terrace
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98 Sharon St
MedfordMA02155
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WinchesterMA01890
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1 Brattle Dr, Unit 1
1 Brattle DrArlington, MA 02474
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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 | $3,652 | $2,550 | $10,000+ |
| Arlington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,319 | $2,850 | $10,000+ |
| Arlington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,278 | $1,160 | $10,000+ |
| Arlington 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,829 | $3,500 | $10,000+ |
| Arlington 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,159 | $1,030 | $10,000+ |
| Arlington 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,875 | $1,075 | $8,100 |
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Cheapest Available Arlington Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Arlington, MA is a Studio unit found at 109 Oxford St in the East Arlington neighborhood priced from $1,650. Old Colony Apartments in the Rock Meadow neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Arlington apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 109 Oxford St | 3 | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| 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 July 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arlington area is the $0.29 price per square foot 22 Murdock St Model at 22 Murdock St, Unit 2 in the in the Harvard Square neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Arlington apartment is the 21 Gibson St Model at 21 Gibson St, Unit 3 starting at $2,900 with a $0.29 price per square foot in the Harvard 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Murdock St, Unit 2 | 22 Murdock St | 2BR,1BA | $0.29 |
| 21 Gibson St, Unit 3 | 21 Gibson St | 1BR,1BA | $0.29 |
| 6 Hinckley St, Unit 3 | 6 Hinckley St | 2BR,1BA | $0.32 |
| 28 Hinckley St, Unit 1R | 28 Hinckley St | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 11 Hill Rd, Unit 11 Hill | 11 Hill Rd | 2BR,2BA | $0.30 |
| 101 Fayerweather St, Unit B | 101 Fayerweather St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 139 Oxford St, Unit 12 | 139 Oxford St | 2BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 5 Blake St | 5 Blake St | Studio ,1BA | $0.27 |
| 12 Claremon St, Unit #1 | 12 Claremon St | 1BR,1BA | $0.32 |
| 27 Forest St | 27 Forest St | 3BR,1BA | $0.33 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Arlington?
There are currently 1164 Apartments for Rent in Arlington, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $15,000. There are also 761 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Arlington ranging from $1,000 to $16,000.
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 $1,000 to $16,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,522.
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 $1,000 to $7,860, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,850 to $12,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,160 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.
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