Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Square Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $800 (63 Rentals)

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property at 15 Snow Hill St

Furnished Private Bedroom in North End

15 Snow Hill St
BostonMA02113

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property at 17 Sheafe St

17 Sheafe St

BostonMA02113
property at 237 Lexington St

237 Lexington St

BostonMA02128
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65 Everett St, Unit 1
$2,100
Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$2,100
Total Monthly Price
$2,100
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

65 Everett St, Unit 1

65 Everett StBoston, MA 02134
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property at 147 Meridian St

147 Meridian St

BostonMA02128
property at 20 Bartlett Pl

20 Bartlett Pl

BostonMA02113
property at 185 Marion St

185 Marion St

BostonMA02128
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10 New St
$2,210
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$1,850
Required Monthly Fees
$360
Total Monthly Price
$2,210
Studio Apartments Available Nov 4

10 New St

10 New StBoston, MA 02128
Furnished

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property at 65 Brooks St

65 Brooks St

BostonMA02128
property at 608 Saratoga St

608 Saratoga St

BostonMA02128
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72 Trenton St, Unit Basement
$2,300
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$2,300
Total Monthly Price
$2,300
2 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

72 Trenton St, Unit Basement

72 Trenton StBoston, MA 02128
property at 25 Sheafe St

25 Sheafe St

BostonMA02113
property at 67 Marion St

67 Marion St

BostonMA02128
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Barnes School Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Barnes School Apartments

127 Marion StBoston, MA 02128
Senior Living
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91 Prince St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

91 Prince St

91 Prince StBoston, MA 02113
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60-62 Chelsea
1 Bedroom Apartments

60-62 Chelsea

62 Chelsea StBoston, MA 02128
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10 Wiget St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

10 Wiget St

10 Wiget StBoston, MA 02113
property at 104 Beacon St

104 Beacon St

ChelseaMA02150
property at 102 Beacon St

102 Beacon St

ChelseaMA02150
property at 105 Shurtleff St

105 Shurtleff St

ChelseaMA02150
property at 101 Shurtleff St

101 Shurtleff St

ChelseaMA02150
property at 103 Shurtleff St

103 Shurtleff St

ChelseaMA02150
property at 33 Medford St

33 Medford St

ChelseaMA02150

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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
DUOSTUDIOStudio,1BA$2,180

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Square, MA

As of November 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Square area is the $0.19 price per square foot 18 Parmenter St Model at 18 Parmenter St, Unit 1 in the in the Financial District neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Central Square apartment is the 95 N Margin St Model at 95 N Margin St, Unit 3 starting at $2,400 with a $0.24 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
18 Parmenter St, Unit 118 Parmenter St1BR,1BA$0.19
95 N Margin St, Unit 395 N Margin St1BR,1BA$0.24
44 Princeton St, Unit 144 Princeton St1BR,1BA$0.22
75 Division St, Unit 175 Division St1BR,1BA$0.20
3 Pembroke St, Unit D3 Pembroke St1BR,1BA$0.20
15 Sheafe St, Unit 215 Sheafe St1BR,1BA$0.23
17 Pembroke St, Unit 217 Pembroke St1BR,1BA$0.22
95 Cottage St, Unit 195 Cottage St1BR,1BA$0.22
97 Cottage St, Unit #297 Cottage St1BR,1BA$0.23
5 Falcon St, Unit 15 Falcon St2BR,1BA$0.22

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Boston Neighborhood Guide: Living Near UMass, MGH, and State Street

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Moving is tough, especially long-distance. Learn how to minimize stress & expenses with proven strategies from a real estate pro, covering everything from logistics to finances.

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Top Neighborhoods Near Boston Colleges and Universities

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central Square, Boston, MA

Ranked #49

Among cities in Massachusetts 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.

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.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA

Written by: Amelia Ramstead

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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.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.