Cheap Homes for Rent in Central Square Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $900 (50 Rentals)

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property at 157 Winnisimmet St

157 Winnisimmet St, Unit 157 Winnisimmet Street

157 Winnisimmet St
ChelseaMA02150
property at 158 Cottage St

158 Cottage St

BostonMA02128

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property at 1 Powers Ct

1 Powers Ct

BostonMA02109
property at 10 Prince St

10 Prince St

BostonMA02113
property at 148 Saratoga St

148 Saratoga St

BostonMA02128
property at 92 N Margin St

92 N Margin St

BostonMA02113

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property at 163 Bennington St

163 Bennington St

BostonMA02128
property at 35 Chelsea St

35 Chelsea St, Unit 31-1R

35 Chelsea St
BostonMA02128
property at 65 Everett St

65 Everett St, Unit 1

65 Everett St
BostonMA02134
property at 10 Bartlett Pl

10 Bartlett Pl

BostonMA02113
property at 147 Princeton St

147 Princeton St, Unit 3

147 Princeton St
BostonMA02128
property at 149 Meridian St

149 Meridian St, Unit 4

149 Meridian St
BostonMA02128

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property at 151 Princeton St

151 Princeton St, Unit 2

151 Princeton St
BostonMA02128
property at 48 Brooks St

48 Brooks St, Unit 2

48 Brooks St
BostonMA02128
property at 19 Charter St

19 Charter St, Unit 1

19 Charter St
BostonMA02113
property at 10 Bartlett Pl

10 Bartlett Pl, Unit 2

10 Bartlett Pl
BostonMA02113
property at 17 Pembroke St

17 Pembroke St, Unit 2

17 Pembroke St
ChelseaMA02150
property at 251 Bennington St

251 Bennington St, Unit 1

251 Bennington St
BostonMA02128
property at 46 Lewis St

46 Lewis St

BostonMA02113
property at 5 Charter St

5 Charter St, Unit 1R

5 Charter St
BostonMA02113
property at 175 Cottage St

175 Cottage St

ChelseaMA02150

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Central Square, Boston, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central Square Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Square area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at The Anchorage priced from $1,800. Axis Admiral's Hill Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,180. Here are the most affordable Central Square apartments for rent in Boston, MA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The AnchorageStudio SpecialStudio,1BA$1,800
Axis Admiral's Hill ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$2,180
DUOSTUDIOStudio,1BA$2,180

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Square, MA

As of October 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Square area is the $0.24 price per square foot 95 N Margin St Model at 95 N Margin St, Unit 3 in the in the Financial District neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Central Square apartment is the 44 Princeton St Model at 44 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.
95 N Margin St, Unit 395 N Margin St1BR,1BA$0.24
44 Princeton St, Unit 144 Princeton St1BR,1BA$0.24
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
23 Snow Hill St, Unit 1023 Snow Hill St1BR,1BA$0.24
97 Cottage St, Unit #297 Cottage St1BR,1BA$0.23
23 Snow Hill St, Unit 1023 Snow Hill St1BR,1BA$0.24

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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

Get the local scoop! ApartmentHomeLiving's Boston Expert reveals the best neighborhoods to rent for employees of UMass Boston, Mass General Hospital, State Street, and more.

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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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Top Neighborhoods Near Boston Colleges and Universities

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central Square, Boston, MA

Ranked #52

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Square

What type of rentals are currently available in Central Square?

There are currently 705 Apartments for Rent in Central Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,175 to $7,995. There are also 425 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Square ranging from $900 to $10,100.

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 $900 to $10,100 with an average monthly rent of $3,929.

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 $2,700 to $5,342, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,160 to $6,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,410 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,500.

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

Boston is known for its exciting combination of early American history and modern high-tech universities and employers.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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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

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