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Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home, Unit B

Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home, Unit F

74 Sharon St

Room in Shared 6 bed/1.5 bath home, Unit A

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit C

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit A

Room in Shared 6 bed/1.5 bath home, Unit F

23 Princeton St

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit D
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15 Piggott Rd

80 Sharon St

200 Swanton St, Unit 704, Unit 704

12 Colonial Village Dr

200 Swanton St, Unit #704

2 Elmwood Ave, Unit 22

13 Mill St, Unit 2F, Unit 2F

15 Governors Ave, Unit 19

15 Governors Ave

25 Brooks Park
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1 Colonial Dr, Unit 3

200 Swanton St, Unit 310

4 Brattle Dr, Unit 3

1 Colonial Village Dr

98 Sharon St

15 Arizona Terrace

2 Elmwood Ave, Unit 53

77 Fairfax St, Unit B

240 Sycamore St

6 Harris Cir
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1 Colonial Village Dr, Unit 3

269 Cambridge Rd, Unit undisclosed, Unit undisclosed

60 Walden St, Unit 1

60 Walden St, Unit 1

60 Walden St, Unit 1

11 Allen St, Unit 3

8 Old Colony Ln

11 Brattle Dr, Unit 5

60 Walden St, Unit 1

67 Grove St
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15 Governors Ave, Unit 8

15 Governors Ave, Unit 1

15 Governors Ave, Unit 5

15 Governors Ave, Unit 17, Unit 17

289 Summer St, Unit 3

0 Brattle Dr, Unit 6

32 Hill Rd, Unit 607, Unit 607

898 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 45

35 Flett Rd

5 Boston Ave, Unit B
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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 | $3,628 | $2,150 | $10,000+ |
| Arlington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,317 | $2,700 | $10,000+ |
| Arlington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,538 | $1,330 | $10,000+ |
| Arlington 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,912 | $4,100 | $10,000+ |
| Arlington 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,350 | $1,280 | $10,000+ |
| Arlington 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,729 | $1,125 | $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 Old Colony Apartments in the Rock Meadow neighborhood priced from $1,750. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Brattle Drive Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arlington, MA
As of May 21, 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 |
| 101 Fayerweather St, Unit B | 101 Fayerweather St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 125 Trapelo Rd, Unit 12 | 125 Trapelo Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.19 |
| 5 Blake St | 5 Blake St | Studio ,1BA | $0.27 |
| 5 Blake St | 5 Blake St | Studio ,1BA | $0.27 |
| 60 Walden St, Unit 2 | 60 Walden St | 1BR,1BA | $0.25 |
| 137 Trapelo Rd, Unit #125-33 | 137 Trapelo Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 18 Murdock St, Unit #14 - 1.6 | 18 Murdock St | 1BR,1BA | $0.28 |
| 12 Hancock St, Unit #12-14 unit 3 | 12 Hancock St | 1BR,1BA | $0.29 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Arlington
What type of rentals are currently available in Arlington?
There are currently 1324 Apartments for Rent in Arlington, MA with pricing that ranges from $800 to $15,000. There are also 862 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Arlington ranging from $1,125 to $19,600.
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 $1,125 to $19,600 with an average monthly rent of $5,103.
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 $7,420, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,700 to $10,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,330 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $800.
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