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28 Orleans St
28 Orleans StBoston, MA 02128
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10 Marion StBoston, MA 02128
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28 Orleans StBoston, MA 02128
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127 Marion StBoston, MA 02128
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61 Eutaw StBoston, MA 02128
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300 Commandants WayChelsea, MA 02150
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121-123 Hawthorne StChelsea, MA 02150
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142 Gove St
142 Gove StEast Boston, MA 02128
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145 Princeton St
145 Princeton StEast Boston, MA 02128
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99 Border StEast Boston, MA 02128
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Central Square, Boston, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Square?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Square Studio Apartments | $2,859 | $1,875 | $5,062 |
| Central Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,933 | $1,225 | $5,560 |
| Central Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,570 | $900 | $7,326 |
| Central Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,934 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Central Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,127 | $900 | $7,575 |
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Cheapest Available Central Square Apartments for Rent
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| DUO | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $2,161 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Square, MA
As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Square area is the $0.03 price per square foot 141 Cottage St Model at 141 Cottage St, Unit 2 in the in the Airport neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Central Square apartment is the 26 Fleet St Model at 26 Fleet St, Unit 7 starting at $3,200 with a $0.32 price per square foot in the Financial District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 141 Cottage St, Unit 2 | 141 Cottage St | 4BR,1BA | $0.03 |
| 26 Fleet St, Unit 7 | 26 Fleet St | 2BR,1BA | $0.32 |
| 187 Webster St, Unit 1 | 187 Webster St | 1BR,1BA | $0.29 |
| 75 Division St, Unit 1 | 75 Division St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 15 Sheafe St, Unit 2 | 15 Sheafe St | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 13 Cooper St, Unit 4G | 13 Cooper St | 1BR,1BA | $0.28 |
| 155 Endicott St, Unit 3 | 155 Endicott St | 2BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 57 Fleet St, Unit 3 | 57 Fleet St | 2BR,1BA | $0.32 |
| 147 Meridian St, Unit 1 | 147 Meridian St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 22 Sheafe St, Unit 2 | 22 Sheafe St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
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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 DUO listed at $2,161.
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The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Square Apartment is $2,434 at DUO.
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