Cheap Apartments for Rent in Boston, MA from $700 (493 Rentals)

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28 Orleans St
$870 - $1,120
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2 to 4 Bedroom Apartment Available May 31

28 Orleans St

28 Orleans StBoston, MA 02128
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property at 34 Arlington St

$1,000

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4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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34 Arlington St

BostonMA02135

Top Short-Term Rental Neighborhoods in Boston: Tips from a Local Expert

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property at 136 Homestead St

$1,200

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$1,200
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136 Homestead St

BostonMA02121

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923 Beacon St
$1,299 - $6,400
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923 Beacon St

923 Beacon StBoston, MA 02215
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848 Huntington Ave
$1,300 - $4,000
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848 Huntington Ave

848 Huntington AveBoston, MA 02115
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101 Orleans St
$1,300 - $1,400
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101 Orleans St

101 Orleans StBoston, MA 02128
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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property at 108 Wilmington Ave

$1,300

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$1,300
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108 Wilmington Ave

BostonMA02124

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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3 Winship Pl, Unit 1, Unit 1
$1,350
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3 Winship Pl, Unit 1, Unit 1

3 Winship PlBoston, MA 02135
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Boston, MA

Pricing Updated: 05/16/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Boston, MA area range in price from $800 to $35,666 with an overall median price of $6,700. The three Boston neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Clover Hill at $1,750, The Avenues at $1,200, and Downtown Haverhill at $1,200. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Boston Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Clover Hill$2,450$1,75013
The Avenues$2,500$1,20047
Downtown Haverhill$2,550$1,200125
Hilldale$2,550$1,20038
North Broadway$2,550$1,200112
Washington Street Shoe District$2,550$1,200104
Industrial Park$2,650$1,40078
Arlington$2,650$1,75083
General Donovan$2,650$1,75084
Park Street$2,650$1,75083

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Boston, MA

As of May 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Boston area is the $0.19 price per square foot 167 Elm St Model at 167 Elm St, Unit 1 in the in the Ferryway neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Boston apartment is the 125 Trapelo Rd Model at 125 Trapelo Rd, Unit 12 starting at $1,900 with a $0.19 price per square foot in the Rock Meadow neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Boston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
167 Elm St, Unit 1167 Elm St1BR,1BA$0.19
125 Trapelo Rd, Unit 12125 Trapelo Rd1BR,1BA$0.19
1120 Commonwealth Ave, Unit A1120 Commonwealth AveStudio ,1BA$0.19
48 Harvard St, Unit 348 Harvard St1BR,1BA$0.17
720 Bennington St, Unit 207720 Bennington StStudio ,1BA$0.19
15 Higgins St15 Higgins St1BR,1BA$0.18
767 Broadway, Unit #4767 Broadway1BR,1BA$0.19
75 Pinkert St, Unit 275 Pinkert St3BR,2BA$0.10
452 Main St, Unit 4452 Main St1BR,1BA$0.19
166 Kelton St166 Kelton StStudio ,1BA$0.19

Boston Neighborhood Guide: Living Near UMass, MGH, and State Street

Get the local scoop! ApartmentHomeLiving's Boston Expert reveals the best neighborhoods to rent for employees of UMass Boston, Mass General Hospital, State Street, and more.

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

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Top Neighborhoods Near Boston Colleges and Universities

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Boston Overview

When people think Massachusetts they instantly think Boston. Home of the Red Sox, Dropkick Murphys and that oh-so-famous tea party, Boston is a New England destination that far surpasses most visitor's expectations with ease. Covering almost fifty square miles and boasting an extended population of almost five million people (all of them Sox fans!), Boston is one of the nation's premier east coast cities and finding your new home in one of the many options in Boston apartments and rentals is the best.

Why live in Boston, MA?

From the one-of-a-kind people to the contagious hometown pride that pours from every inch of the city, Boston is truly a destination like no other. Irish-American heritage is omnipresent throughout the Boston area, and its St. Paddy's Day celebrations are truly the stuff of legend.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Boston Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Boston?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Boston is at Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term listed at $1,175.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Boston Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Boston Apartment is $1,350 at 21 Sudan St.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Boston Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Boston is starting from $1,301 at Jackson Commons II.

What is the most affordable Boston Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Boston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 7INK and starts from $1,304.

Expert Rental Resources

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