
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chinatown Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $1,500 (69 Rentals)
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Chinatown, Boston, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chinatown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Chinatown Studio Apartments | $2,675 | $1,995 | $4,940 |
Chinatown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,416 | $2,300 | $6,095 |
Chinatown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,660 | $1,625 | $7,925 |
Chinatown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,751 | $2,600 | $8,517 |
Chinatown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,839 | $4,200 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 69 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Chinatown Neighborhood of Boston, MA.
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Cheapest Available Chinatown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Chinatown area of Boston, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Boylston St, 40 priced from $1,517. 62 on the Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,400. Here are the most affordable Chinatown apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Boylston St, 40 | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,517 |
62 on the Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,400 |
Essex Apartments, 81 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chinatown, MA
As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chinatown area is the $0.33 price per square foot 26 Fayette St Model at 26 Fayette St, Unit 1 in the in the Financial District neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Chinatown apartment is the 26 Fayette St Model at 26 Fayette St, Unit B starting at $3,500 with a $0.35 price per square foot in the Financial District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chinatown apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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26 Fayette St, Unit 1 | 26 Fayette St | 1BR,1BA | $0.33 |
26 Fayette St, Unit B | 26 Fayette St | 1BR,1BA | $0.35 |
215 Harrison Ave, Unit #1 | 215 Harrison Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.26 |
24 Fayette St, Unit 2 | 24 Fayette St | 1BR,1BA | $0.34 |
26 Fayette St, Unit B | 26 Fayette St | 1BR,1BA | $0.35 |
26 Fayette St, Unit B | 26 Fayette St | 1BR,1BA | $0.35 |
24 Fayette St, Unit #26 - 1 | 24 Fayette St | 1BR,1BA | $0.35 |
72 Kneeland St, Unit 601 | 72 Kneeland St | 2BR,1BA | $0.33 |
83 Essex St | 83 Essex St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
222 Tremont St, Unit 5 | 222 Tremont St | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
Getting Around the Chinatown Neighborhood in Boston, MA
Walk Score®
99 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
76 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
100 / 100
Rider’s Paradise
World-class public transportation
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chinatown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Chinatown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Chinatown is at 62 on the Park listed at $2,400.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chinatown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chinatown Apartment is $2,500 at Essex Apartments, 81.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Chinatown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Chinatown is starting from $3,400 at Essex Apartments, 81.
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