Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cushing Square Neighborhood of Belmont, MA from $900 (89 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Cushing Square area of Belmont.

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7 Linden St, Unit room

20 Highgate St

20 Highgate St

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120 Holton St, Unit 120 Holton
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22 Highgate St

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24 Highgate St, Unit 203

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16 Highgate St, Unit 203

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7 Denby Rd, Unit G

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7 Denby Rd, Unit 1

305 Rindge Ave

805 Mount Auburn St

71 Harvard Ave

71 Harvard Ave

1 Hilltop Rd
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Briston Arms Apartments

81 Trapelo Rd

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25 Gardner St, Unit 3

85 Trapelo Rd

109 Trapelo Rd

Blair Pond Estates

13 N Park St

54 Prentiss St
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168 N Beacon St

Hamilton Place

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25 Duval St

20 Stephenson Aman Street

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96 Nichols Ave, Unit B

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14 Garrison Ave, Unit 4

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Tempo Cambridge

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7 Harvard Ter, Unit 12
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2 Harvard Ave, Unit 6

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180 North Beacon St, Unit 3

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79 Washington St, Unit 12

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179 Brighton Ave, Unit #1

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46 Gardner St, Unit 2

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87 Washington St, Unit 6

River Park Lofts
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Cushing Square, Belmont, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cushing Square?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cushing Square Studio Apartments | $2,751 | $1,850 | $4,032 |
| Cushing Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,881 | $950 | $6,573 |
| Cushing Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,464 | $2,000 | $8,008 |
| Cushing Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,844 | $950 | $7,141 |
| Cushing Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,654 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
| Cushing Square 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,328 | $1,020 | $9,300 |
| Cushing Square 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,040 | $4,400 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 89 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Cushing Square Neighborhood of Belmont, MA.
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Cheapest Available Cushing Square Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 805 Mount Auburn St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| Blair Pond Estates | Renovated Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cushing Square, MA
As of December 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cushing Square area is the $0.22 price per square foot 4 Farrington Ave Model at 4 Farrington Ave, Unit 1 in the in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Cushing Square apartment is the 196 Sherman St Model at 196 Sherman St, Unit 2 starting at $2,200 with a $0.22 price per square foot in the Harvard Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cushing Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Farrington Ave, Unit 1 | 4 Farrington Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 196 Sherman St, Unit 2 | 196 Sherman St | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 38 Gardner St, Unit 7 | 38 Gardner St | 1BR,1BA | $0.22 |
| 168 North Beacon St, Unit 3A | 168 North Beacon St | 1BR,1BA | $0.22 |
| 180 North Beacon St, Unit 3 | 180 North Beacon St | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 79 Washington St, Unit 12 | 79 Washington St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 87 Washington St, Unit 6 | 87 Washington St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 23 Gardner St, Unit 1F | 23 Gardner St | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 68 Waterhouse St, Unit 2 | 68 Waterhouse St | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 195 Mount Auburn St, Unit 1 | 195 Mount Auburn St | 2BR,1BA | $0.22 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCushing Square, Belmont, MA
Ranked #6
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Cushing Square Neighborhood in Belmont, MA
Walk Score®
84 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
68 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
41 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cushing Square Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cushing Square?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cushing Square is at 805 Mount Auburn St listed at $1,850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cushing Square Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cushing Square Apartment is $2,050 at Mass Ave 333-Allen Street Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cushing Square Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cushing Square is starting from $2,350 at River Park Lofts.
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