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21 Elm St, Unit A1
21 Elm StMalden, MA 02148
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52 Washington Ave
ChelseaMA02150
52 Washington St
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220 Winthrop St
WinthropMA02152
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Quincy Commons
1 Canton RdQuincy, MA 02171
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Studio Apartments Available NowOld Colony Apartments
1-17 Old Colony LnArlington, MA 02476
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Studio Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityMalom Trust Apartments
200 MountainMalden, MA 02148
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Studio Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityNewton Gardens
129-151 North StNewtonville, MA 02460
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Towne House Apartments
151 Sea StQuincy, MA 02169
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33 Furnace AveQuincy, MA 02169
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Studio Apartments Available NowCarlyle House Apartments
135 Ward StRevere, MA 02151
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67 Washington St, Unit 102
67 Washington StMalden, MA 02148
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217 Fuller St, Unit 3
217 Fuller StBrookline, MA 02446
35 Rindge Ave
LexingtonMA02420
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44 Winslow Rd, Unit 8
44 Winslow RdBrookline, MA 02446
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98 Winthrop Shore DrWinthrop, MA 02152
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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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Boston, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Boston?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Studio Apartments | $2,626 | $1,100 | $9,800 |
| Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,940 | $800 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,562 | $375 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,182 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,116 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,458 | $1,020 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,325 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
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Getting Around Boston, MA
Walk Score®
91 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
78 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
86 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
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 Boston Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Boston?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Boston is under $950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Boston?
The cheapest apartment in Boston is Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term which is listed at $1,175, while the average apartment in Boston costs $5,880.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Boston?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 16,264 regular apartments in Boston that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Boston?
Cheap apartments in Boston have an average cost of $547 which is $5,333 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Boston.
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.
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.
Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.
Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.
How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!