
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chestnut Hill Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $1,400 (108 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Chestnut Hill area of Boston.


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141 Englewood, Unit 2

2001 Commonwealth Ave

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22 Chiswick Rd

35 Orkney Rd

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193 Strathmore Rd

2018 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 7

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26 Chiswick Rd

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2018 Commonwealth Avenue

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28 Sidlaw Rd, Unit #14
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70 Strathmore Rd, Unit 11A

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2018 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 23

1949 Commonwealth Ave

2018 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 8

2018 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 32

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193 Strathmore Rd, Unit 10

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2 Chestnut Hill Ave, Unit 4

199 Strathmore Rd, Unit 9

42 Strathmore Rd, Unit 34A

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77 Chiswick Rd, Unit 2
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199 Strathmore Rd, Unit 6

6 Orkney Rd, Unit 25

5 Braemore Rd

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1997 Commonwealth Ave

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132 Sutherland Rd, Unit A

1945 Commonwealth Ave

10 Lothian Rd, Unit 14

66 Chiswick Rd, Unit 10

10 Lothian Rd, Unit 16

1961 Commonwealth Ave, Unit B1
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100 Lanark Rd

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120 Lanark Rd

10 Lothian Rd, Unit 10

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126 Englewood Ave

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2018 Commonwealth Ave

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258 Chestnut Hill Ave, Unit 1

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7 Lothian Rd, Unit 3

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61 Selkirk Rd, Unit 10

66 Chiswick Rd, Unit 6

5 Lothian Rd, Unit 43
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3 Lothian Rd, Unit 21

5 Lothian Rd, Unit 41

5 Lothian Rd, Unit 33

10 Lothian Rd, Unit 12

1810 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 28

1810 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 24

10 Lothian Rd, Unit 5

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24 Orkney Rd

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198 Strathmore Rd, Unit 3

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1945 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 1P
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Chestnut Hill, Boston, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chestnut Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chestnut Hill Studio Apartments | $2,226 | $1,775 | $4,950 |
| Chestnut Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,630 | $1,900 | $7,299 |
| Chestnut Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,307 | $2,350 | $6,706 |
| Chestnut Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,052 | $2,800 | $7,000 |
| Chestnut Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,687 | $1,400 | $6,500 |
| Chestnut Hill 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,382 | $4,300 | $7,795 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 108 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Chestnut Hill Neighborhood of Boston, MA.
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Cheapest Available Chestnut Hill Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 286 & 288 Chestnut Hill Avenue | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chestnut Hill, MA
As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chestnut Hill area is the $0.24 price per square foot 61 Selkirk Rd Model at 61 Selkirk Rd, Unit 10 in the in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Chestnut Hill apartment is the 132 Sutherland Rd Model at 132 Sutherland Rd, Unit A starting at $2,100 with a $0.21 price per square foot in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chestnut Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 61 Selkirk Rd, Unit 10 | 61 Selkirk Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 132 Sutherland Rd, Unit A | 132 Sutherland Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 629 Chestnut Hill Ave, Unit 1 | 629 Chestnut Hill Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 7 Lothian Rd, Unit 3 | 7 Lothian Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.22 |
| 198 Strathmore Rd, Unit 3 | 198 Strathmore Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 258 Chestnut Hill Ave, Unit 1 | 258 Chestnut Hill Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 193 Strathmore Rd, Unit 10 | 193 Strathmore Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
| 126 Englewood Ave | 126 Englewood Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.25 |
| 2 Chestnut Hill Ave, Unit 4 | 2 Chestnut Hill Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 77 Chiswick Rd, Unit 2 | 77 Chiswick Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chestnut Hill Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Chestnut Hill?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Chestnut Hill is at 286 & 288 Chestnut Hill Avenue listed at $2,100.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chestnut Hill Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chestnut Hill Apartment is $2,250 at 286 & 288 Chestnut Hill Avenue.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Chestnut Hill Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Chestnut Hill is starting from $2,600 at Reservoir Court.
What is the most affordable Chestnut Hill Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Chestnut Hill Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 35 Orkney Rd and starts from $3,000.
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