Cheap Homes for Rent in Chinatown Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $1,400 (41 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Chinatown area of Boston.

property at 97 Broadway

$2,200

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$2,200

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$2,200

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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97 Broadway

BostonMA02116
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120 Kingston St
$2,245
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$1,870
Required Monthly Fees
$375

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$2,245
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120 Kingston St

120 Kingston StBoston, MA 02111
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99 Kneeland St
$2,295
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$1,920
Required Monthly Fees
$375

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$2,295
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99 Kneeland St

99 Kneeland StBoston, MA 02111
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99 Kneeland St
$2,305
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$1,930
Required Monthly Fees
$375

Total Monthly Price
$2,305
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99 Kneeland St

99 Kneeland StBoston, MA 02111
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40 Boylston St
$2,710
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$2,270
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$440

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$2,710
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40 Boylston St

40 Boylston StBoston, MA 02116
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property at 95 Kneeland St

$2,800

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$2,800

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$2,800

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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95 Kneeland St, Unit 1610

95 Kneeland St
BostonMA02111

Cheapest Available Chinatown Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Liberty Tree Lofts by FiDiStudioStudio,1BA$2,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chinatown, MA

As of January 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chinatown area is the $0.23 price per square foot 25 Fayette St Model at 25 Fayette St, Unit 1 in the in the Financial District neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Chinatown apartment is the 20 Fayette St Model at 20 Fayette St starting at $2,300 with a $0.23 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
25 Fayette St, Unit 125 Fayette St1BR,1BA$0.23
20 Fayette St20 Fayette St1BR,1BA$0.23
83 Essex St, Unit 7583 Essex St1BR,1BA$0.24
83 Essex St83 Essex St1BR,1BA$0.24
26 Fayette St, Unit 226 Fayette St1BR,1BA$0.34
26 Fayette St, Unit 226 Fayette St1BR,1BA$0.34
24 Fayette St, Unit #26 - 124 Fayette St1BR,1BA$0.35
31 Essex St, Unit #40431 Essex St1BR,1BA$2.80
26 Fayette St, Unit 326 Fayette St1BR,1BA$2.80
14 Tyler St, Unit #314 Tyler St2BR,1BA$3.00

Frequently Asked Questions about Chinatown

What type of rentals are currently available in Chinatown?

There are currently 125 Apartments for Rent in Chinatown, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,700 to $21,989. There are also 138 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chinatown ranging from $1,410 to $9,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Chinatown?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Chinatown ranges from $1,410 to $9,500 with an average monthly rent of $5,954.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Chinatown?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Chinatown range from $4,000 to $7,750, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,700 to $7,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $8,500.

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