Cheap Homes for Rent in Ashmont Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $2,300 (45 Rentals)

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Ashmont, Boston, MA Local Guide

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 $2,200. The Frances at Ashmont Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here are the most affordable Ashmont apartments for rent in Boston, MA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1943 DOT AveStudioStudio,1BA$2,200
The Frances at Ashmont Flats12Studio,1BA$2,200
ImprintS1Studio,1BA$2,274
Neponset LandingA11BR,1BA$2,357
Harbor Point1 Bedroom Garden1BR,1BA$2,425
Dot BlockDN_A-1Studio,1BA$2,615
One NewportOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,700
Peninsula ApartmentsCurrent1BR,1BA$2,729

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ashmont, MA

As of June 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ashmont area is the $0.29 price per square foot 62 Carruth St Model at 62 Carruth St, Unit #2 in the in the South Dorchester neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Ashmont apartment is the 876 Adams St Model at 876 Adams St, Unit #1 starting at $3,400 with a $0.34 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
62 Carruth St, Unit #262 Carruth St3BR,1BA$0.29
876 Adams St, Unit #1876 Adams St3BR,1.5BA$0.34
62 Carruth St, Unit 262 Carruth St3BR,1BA$0.29
62 Carruth St, Unit #262 Carruth St3BR,1BA$0.29
876 Adams St876 Adams St3BR,1.5BA$0.34
876 Adams St, Unit 1876 Adams St3BR,1.5BA$0.34
876 Adams St, Unit 1876 Adams St3BR,1.5BA$0.34
876 Adams St, Unit 1876 Adams St3BR,1.5BA$0.34
876 Adams St, Unit 3876 Adams St3BR,1BA$0.34
12 Becket St, Unit 312 Becket St3BR,1BA$2.15

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ashmont

What type of rentals are currently available in Ashmont?

There are currently 121 Apartments for Rent in Ashmont, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,300 to $9,649. There are also 85 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ashmont ranging from $2,300 to $5,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Ashmont?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Ashmont ranges from $2,300 to $5,800 with an average monthly rent of $3,574.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Ashmont?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Ashmont range from $1,300 to $5,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,800 to $3,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,600.

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