
Apartments for Rent in the Central Square Neighborhood of Boston, MA Under $2,000 (20 Rentals)


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20 Cooper St

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28 Orleans St

Furnished Private Bedroom in East Boston

14 Marion St, Unit 3

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298 Meridian St, Unit 298 - 1
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273 Maverick St, Unit 2

10 Marion St, Unit 1

14 Cottage St

Furnished Private Bedroom in East Boston

522 Saratoga St

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38 Williams St, Unit D

25 Division St, Unit 2

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Square?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Square Studio Apartments | $2,819 | $1,900 | $3,749 |
| Central Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,074 | $1,275 | $8,003 |
| Central Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,569 | $900 | $9,585 |
| Central Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,659 | $900 | $7,968 |
| Central Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,392 | $900 | $8,800 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral Square, Boston, MA
Ranked #36
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Central Square, Boston, MA
Hugh Roe O'Donnell Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Square
How much are Studio apartments in Central Square?
There are currently 165 Studio Apartments in Central Square with rent ranges from $1,900 to $3,749 with an average price of $2,819.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Central Square Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Central Square ranges from $1,275 to $8,003 with an average monthly rent of $3,074.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Square cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Central Square range from $900 to $9,585. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,569.
How expensive are Central Square Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 138 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Central Square on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $900 to $7,968 - averaging $3,659 for the location.
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