
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ashmont Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $1,800 (16 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Ashmont area of Boston.


Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home

343 Ashmont St

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119 Wrentham St, Unit 3
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722 Adams St

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722 Adams St, Unit 1

The Frances at Ashmont Flats

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722 Adams St, Unit 1

69 Bailey St
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1943 DOT Ave

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Adams Village
Ashmont, Boston, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ashmont?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashmont Studio Apartments | $2,277 | $1,995 | $2,900 |
| Ashmont 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,601 | $1,800 | $3,100 |
| Ashmont 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,047 | $2,450 | $4,283 |
| Ashmont 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,572 | $2,600 | $5,050 |
| Ashmont 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,833 | $3,200 | $4,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Ashmont Neighborhood of Boston, MA.
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Cheapest Available Ashmont Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ashmont area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at 1943 DOT Ave priced from $1,995. Adams Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,125. Here are the most affordable Ashmont apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 DOT Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| Adams Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,125 |
| Viv Boston | A7 | 1BR,1BA | $2,478 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ashmont, MA
As of November 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ashmont area is the $0.25 price per square foot 74 Bailey St Model at 74 Bailey St, Unit #69 - #305 in the in the South Dorchester neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Ashmont apartment is the 452 Gallivan Blvd Model at 452 Gallivan Blvd, Unit 2 starting at $4,500 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the South Dorchester neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ashmont apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 74 Bailey St, Unit #69 - #305 | 74 Bailey St | 1BR,1BA | $0.25 |
| 452 Gallivan Blvd, Unit 2 | 452 Gallivan Blvd | 5BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| 36 Burgoyne St, Unit 36 Burgoyne Street | 36 Burgoyne St | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 703 Washington St, Unit 2 | 703 Washington St | 5BR,2BA | $3.13 |
| 703 Washington St, Unit 1 | 703 Washington St | 4BR,2BA | $3.00 |
| 147 Wrentham St | 147 Wrentham St | 2BR,2BA | $2.20 |
| 34 Alicia Rd, Unit 1 | 34 Alicia Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| 49 Owencroft Rd, Unit 1 | 49 Owencroft Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| 95 Florida St, Unit 1 | 95 Florida St | 2BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| 119 Wrentham St, Unit 3 | 119 Wrentham St | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleAshmont, Boston, MA
Ranked #21
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Ashmont Neighborhood in Boston, MA
Walk Score®
78 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
52 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
81 / 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 Ashmont Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Ashmont?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Ashmont is under $2,478.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ashmont?
The cheapest apartment in Ashmont is Adams Village which is listed at $2,295, while the average apartment in Ashmont costs $10,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ashmont?
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 regular apartments in Ashmont 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 Ashmont?
Cheap apartments in Ashmont have an average cost of $973 which is $9,027 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ashmont.
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