
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chestnut Hill Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $1,100 (87 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Chestnut Hill area of Boston.


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109 Strathmore Rd

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2 Lothian Rd

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109 Strathmore Rd

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48 Strathmore Rd, Unit #23

35 Orkney Rd

2018 Commonwealth Ave

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193 Strathmore Rd

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2018 Commonwealth Avenue

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22 Chiswick Rd, Unit 11
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22 Chiswick Rd

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3 Lothian Rd

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2016 Commonwealth Ave

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2018 Commonwealth Ave

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42 Strathmore Rd, Unit 1

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258 Chestnut Hill Ave, Unit 1

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126 Englewood Ave

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193 Strathmore Rd, Unit 10

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123 Sutherland Rd

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152 Strathmore Rd, Unit 1
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28 Sidlaw Rd, Unit 6

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4 Chiswick Rd, Unit 24

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22 Chiswick Rd

6 Orkney Rd

70 Strathmore Rd

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132 Sutherland Rd, Unit A

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110 Strathmore Rd

42 Strathmore Rd

4 Ayr Rd

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52 Strathmore Rd
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21 Sutherland Rd

10 Lothian Rd

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21 Kinross Rd, Unit 1

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7 Lothian Rd, Unit 3

95 Sutherland Rd

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52 Strathmore Rd, Unit 25

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10 Kinross Rd, Unit #1

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21 Kinross Rd, Unit 1

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21 Kinross Rd, Unit 1

10 Lothian Rd
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10 Lothian Rd

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24 Orkney Rd

10 Lothian Rd

1880 Commonwealth Ave

22 Chiswick Rd

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1875 Commonwealth Ave

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1959 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 2

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61 Selkirk Rd, Unit 10

10 Lothian Rd

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43 Selkirk Rd
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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 |
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| Chestnut Hill Studio Apartments | $2,269 | $1,775 | $4,950 |
| Chestnut Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,634 | $1,150 | $6,770 |
| Chestnut Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,281 | $1,535 | $5,440 |
| Chestnut Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,244 | $2,500 | $8,841 |
| Chestnut Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,301 | $3,600 | $9,300 |
| Chestnut Hill 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,535 | $5,000 | $10,000+ |
| Chestnut Hill 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,345 | $6,500 | $9,800 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 87 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Chestnut Hill Neighborhood of Boston, MA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chestnut Hill, MA
As of April 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chestnut Hill area is the $0.22 price per square foot 2016 Commonwealth Ave Model at 2016 Commonwealth Ave in the in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Chestnut Hill apartment is the 131 Sutherland Rd Model at 131 Sutherland Rd, Unit #123 - M starting at $2,645 with a $0.26 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. |
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| 2016 Commonwealth Ave | 2016 Commonwealth Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.22 |
| 131 Sutherland Rd, Unit #123 - M | 131 Sutherland Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.26 |
| 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 | $0.24 |
| 28 Sidlaw Rd, Unit 6 | 28 Sidlaw Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
| 249 Chestnut Hill Ave, Unit 32 | 249 Chestnut Hill Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 193 Strathmore Rd, Unit 10 | 193 Strathmore Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
| 48 Strathmore Rd, Unit #23 | 48 Strathmore Rd | Studio ,1BA | $0.18 |
| 152 Strathmore Rd, Unit 1 | 152 Strathmore Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
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.
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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