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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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property at 200 Swanton St

200 Swanton St

WinchesterMA01890

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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property at 15 Forest St

15 Forest St

MedfordMA02155

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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property at 422 High St

422 High St, Unit 10

422 High St
MedfordMA02155
property at 200 Swanton St

200 Swanton St

WinchesterMA01890

Boston's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Boston and the best places to live around the area with original content written by our Boston, MA Local Expert Amelia Ramstead

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Arlington, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Arlington Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Brattle Drive ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,950
119 Pleasant StStudiosStudio,1BA$1,950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arlington, MA

As of June 22, 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 28 Cherry St Model at 28 Cherry St, Unit 1 starting at $2,325 with a $0.23 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
27 Cameron Ave, Unit 1B27 Cameron AveStudio ,1BA$0.22
28 Cherry St, Unit 128 Cherry St1BR,1BA$0.23
42 Rindge Ave, Unit C42 Rindge AveStudio ,1BA$0.24
10 Marion St, Unit 310 Marion St1BR,1BA$0.22
28A Cherry St, Unit 128A Cherry St1BR,1BA$0.23
15 Blake St, Unit #815 Blake StStudio ,1BA$0.24
54 West St, Unit #1954 West St1BR,1BA$0.18
122 Trapelo Rd, Unit #33122 Trapelo Rd1BR,1BA$0.22
77 Gordon St, Unit #177 Gordon St2BR,2BA$0.23
3 Forest St, Unit #2023 Forest St1BR,1BA$0.18

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Frequently Asked Questions about Arlington

What type of rentals are currently available in Arlington?

There are currently 3194 Apartments for Rent in Arlington, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,025 to $15,000. There are also 1822 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Arlington ranging from $920 to $25,000.

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 $920 to $25,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,310.

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 $1,050 to $14,320, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,800 to $12,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,025.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA

Written by: Amelia Ramstead

Boston is known for its exciting combination of early American history and modern high-tech universities and employers.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.