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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 70 Strathmore Rd

70 Strathmore Rd

BostonMA02135

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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property at 6 Chiswick Rd

6 Chiswick Rd

BostonMA02135

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Boston's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Chestnut Hill, Boston, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Chestnut Hill Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
35 Orkney Rdstudios, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chestnut Hill, MA

As of June 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chestnut Hill area is the $0.25 price per square foot 2018 Commonwealth Avenue Model at 2018 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 45 in the in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Chestnut Hill apartment is the 24 Orkney Rd Model at 24 Orkney Rd, Unit C starting at $2,275 with a $0.23 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2018 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 452018 Commonwealth Avenue1BR,1BA$0.25
24 Orkney Rd, Unit C24 Orkney Rd1BR,1BA$0.23
132 Sutherland Rd, Unit A132 Sutherland Rd1BR,1BA$0.24
90 Kilsyth Rd, Unit 2490 Kilsyth Rd1BR,1BA$0.23
21 Orkney Rd, Unit 521 Orkney Rd1BR,1BA$0.23
2 Sutherland Rd, Unit 22 Sutherland Rd2BR,1BA$0.24
183 Strathmore Rd, Unit 2183 Strathmore Rd2BR,1BA$0.23
77 Chiswick Rd, Unit 277 Chiswick Rd1BR,1BA$0.21
4 Chiswick Rd, Unit 354 Chiswick Rd1BR,1BA$0.24
1959 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 71959 Commonwealth AveStudio ,1BA$0.24

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Frequently Asked Questions about Chestnut Hill

What type of rentals are currently available in Chestnut Hill?

There are currently 763 Apartments for Rent in Chestnut Hill, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,025 to $14,000. There are also 718 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chestnut Hill ranging from $1,785 to $40,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Chestnut Hill?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Chestnut Hill ranges from $1,785 to $40,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,985.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Chestnut Hill?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Chestnut Hill range from $1,200 to $6,900, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,800 to $9,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,175.

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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.