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14 Marion St, Unit 3
14 Marion StBoston, MA 02128
14 Marion St, Unit 3
14 Marion St
BostonMA02128
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10 Marion St, Unit 1
10 Marion StBoston, MA 02128
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273 Maverick St, Unit 2
273 Maverick StBoston, MA 02128
25 Division St, Unit 2
25 Division St
ChelseaMA02150
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25 Division St, Unit 2
25 Division StChelsea, MA 02150
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298 Meridian St, Unit 298 - 1
298 Meridian StBoston, MA 02128
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38 Williams St, Unit D
38 Williams StChelsea, MA 02150
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13 William C Kelly Sq
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70 Bennington St
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321 Meridian St
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10 Henchman St, Unit 2M
10 Henchman St
BostonMA02113
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6 Pembroke St, Unit 3
6 Pembroke StChelsea, MA 02150
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145 Meridian St
BostonMA02128
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49 Everett St, Unit 2
49 Everett StBoston, MA 02128
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137 Havre St
BostonMA02128
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234 Lexington St, Unit 3
234 Lexington StBoston, MA 02128
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77 Division St
ChelseaMA02150
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130 Congress Ave, Unit 1
130 Congress AveChelsea, MA 02150
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75 Division St
ChelseaMA02150
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145 Princeton St, Unit 3
145 Princeton St
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Central Square, Boston, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Central Square?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Square 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,311 | $2,325 | $10,000+ |
| Central Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,459 | $1,160 | $10,000+ |
| Central Square 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,971 | $1,530 | $6,700 |
| Central Square 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,800 | $5,800 | $5,800 |
| Central Square 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,360 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central Square Neighborhood of Boston, MA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Square, MA
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Square area is the $0.03 price per square foot 64 Prince St Model at 64 Prince St, Unit 2 in the in the Financial District neighborhood starting from $3,450. The second greatest value Central Square apartment is the 22 Sheafe St Model at 22 Sheafe St, Unit 2 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 64 Prince St, Unit 2 | 64 Prince St | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.03 |
| 22 Sheafe St, Unit 2 | 22 Sheafe St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 39 Charter St | 39 Charter St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 33 Princeton St, Unit 1 | 33 Princeton St | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 4 Garden Ct, Unit 4C | 4 Garden Ct | 1BR,1BA | $0.27 |
| 75 Division St, Unit 1 | 75 Division St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 15 Sheafe St, Unit 2 | 15 Sheafe St | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 95 Cottage St, Unit #2 | 95 Cottage St | 1BR,1BA | $0.25 |
| 13 Cooper St, Unit 4G | 13 Cooper St | 1BR,1BA | $0.28 |
| 80 Havre St, Unit 2 | 80 Havre St | 1BR,1BA | $0.22 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Square
What type of rentals are currently available in Central Square?
There are currently 706 Apartments for Rent in Central Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $900 to $9,585. There are also 346 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Square ranging from $1,160 to $99,999.
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 $1,160 to $99,999 with an average monthly rent of $4,290.
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 $900 to $7,968, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,160 to $16,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,530 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $900.
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