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Cushing Square, Belmont, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Cushing Square Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
805 Mount Auburn StStudioStudio,1BA$1,850
Blair Pond EstatesRenovated StudioStudio,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4 Farrington Ave, Unit 14 Farrington AveStudio ,1BA$0.22
196 Sherman St, Unit 2196 Sherman StStudio ,1BA$0.22
38 Gardner St, Unit 738 Gardner St1BR,1BA$0.22
168 North Beacon St, Unit 3A168 North Beacon St1BR,1BA$0.22
180 North Beacon St, Unit 3180 North Beacon St1BR,1BA$0.21
79 Washington St, Unit 1279 Washington StStudio ,1BA$0.21
87 Washington St, Unit 687 Washington StStudio ,1BA$0.21
23 Gardner St, Unit 1F23 Gardner StStudio ,1BA$0.22
68 Waterhouse St, Unit 268 Waterhouse StStudio ,1BA$0.22
195 Mount Auburn St, Unit 1195 Mount Auburn St2BR,1BA$0.22

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Cushing Square, Belmont, MA

Ranked #6

Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cushing Square

What type of rentals are currently available in Cushing Square?

There are currently 1169 Apartments for Rent in Cushing Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $950 to $12,000. There are also 921 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cushing Square ranging from $725 to $19,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Cushing Square?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cushing Square ranges from $725 to $19,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,519.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Cushing Square?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Cushing Square range from $950 to $7,141, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,260 to $9,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $725 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,800.

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