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Central Square, Boston, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central Square Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The AnchorageStudio SpecialStudio,1BA$1,800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Square, MA

As of June 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Square area is the $0.20 price per square foot 75 Division St Model at 75 Division St, Unit #1 in the in the Chelsea Square neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Central Square apartment is the 75 Division St Model at 75 Division St, Unit 1 starting at $2,000 with a $0.20 price per square foot in the Chelsea Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Square apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
75 Division St, Unit #175 Division St1BR,1BA$0.20
75 Division St, Unit 175 Division St1BR,1BA$0.20
3 Pembroke St, Unit D3 Pembroke St1BR,1BA$0.20
101 Prince St, Unit 10101 Prince StStudio ,1BA$0.21
247 Bennington St, Unit 1247 Bennington St1BR,1BA$0.22
247 Bennington St, Unit 1247 Bennington St1BR,1BA$0.22
235 Lexington St, Unit #3235 Lexington St2BR,1BA$0.22
236 Lexington St, Unit #3236 Lexington St2BR,1BA$0.22
17 Pembroke St, Unit 217 Pembroke St1BR,1BA$0.22
96 Cottage St, Unit #296 Cottage St1BR,1BA$0.22

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central Square, Boston, MA

Ranked #60

Among neighborhoods in Boston, MA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Best Local Schools in
Central Square, Boston, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Square Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Square?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Square is at The Anchorage listed at $1,800.

What is the most affordable Central Square Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Central Square Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Anchors Weigh and starts from $3,585.

Expert Rental Resources

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