Cheap Homes for Rent in Central Square Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $1,300 (63 Rentals)

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property at 151 Princeton St

$2,150 - $2,195

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151 Princeton St

BostonMA02128
property at 251 Bennington St

$2,200

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251 Bennington St, Unit 1, Unit 1

251 Bennington St
BostonMA02128
property at 17 Pembroke St

$2,200

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$2,200
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17 Pembroke St, Unit 2, Unit 2

17 Pembroke St
ChelseaMA02150
property at 138 Chestnut St

$2,250

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$2,250
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138 Chestnut St

ChelseaMA02150
property at 11 Charter St

$2,300

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11 Charter St, Unit 3R, Unit 3R

11 Charter St
BostonMA02113
property at 372 North St

$2,300

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372 North St, Unit 1, Unit 1

372 North St
BostonMA02113

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Central Square, Boston, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central Square Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Axis Admiral's Hill ApartmentsS3Studio,1BA$2,286

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Square, MA

As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Square area is the $0.24 price per square foot 22 Sheafe St Model at 22 Sheafe St, Unit 2 in the in the Financial District neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Central Square apartment is the 33 Princeton St Model at 33 Princeton St, Unit 1 starting at $2,400 with a $0.24 price per square foot in the Waterfront 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.
22 Sheafe St, Unit 222 Sheafe St1BR,1BA$0.24
33 Princeton St, Unit 133 Princeton St2BR,1BA$0.24
171 Lexington St, Unit B171 Lexington St1BR,1BA$0.24
75 Division St, Unit 175 Division St1BR,1BA$0.24
115 Salem St115 Salem St2BR,1BA$0.26
11 Bartlett Pl11 Bartlett Pl2BR,1BA$0.28
153 Salem St, Unit #2153 Salem St1BR,1BA$0.26
289 Chelsea St, Unit 2289 Chelsea St2BR,1BA$0.23
345 Meridian St, Unit 3345 Meridian St2BR,1BA$0.25
296 Meridian St, Unit 2296 Meridian St1BR,1BA$0.21

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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

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

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Top Neighborhoods Near Boston Colleges and Universities

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central Square, Boston, MA

Ranked #30

Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Square

What type of rentals are currently available in Central Square?

There are currently 763 Apartments for Rent in Central Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $870 to $15,229. There are also 441 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Square ranging from $1,300 to $11,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central Square?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Square ranges from $1,300 to $11,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,138.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Central Square?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Central Square range from $1,120 to $15,229, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $6,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,510 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $870.

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