Apartments for Rent in the Lower Allston Neighborhood of Boston, MA (4,109 Rentals)

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Boston's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Lower Allston, Boston, MA Local Guide

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Lower Allston, Boston, MA

Ranked #96

Among neighborhoods in Boston, MA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Northwest Boston. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Family-Friendly Rating

A family-friendly apartment community may be just the ticket if you have a son or daughter (or both!) when you rent. Amongst all of the neighborhoods in Boston, this submarket has established a name for itself as one of the best-regarded submarkets for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly neighborhoods have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. These features include things like green spaces, trails and recreation, and access to the best-rated school districts for the kids to attend.

Outdoors Rating

We think living with parks, paths, and trails is something that is important for them. This neighborhood is providing fantastic access to the great outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This part of town has now become known as one of the A-list luxury neighborhoods in town, with a score of 2.5 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like shared social spaces, lounges, pools, concierge services, park views, easy access to green space, and amenities like granite countertops, range hoods, and high-end appliances. Other luxury items often include tile, hardwood, and fine carpeting, tennis courts, and a full-time security staff or doorman.

Pet Friendly Rating

Dog or cat owners, listen up! this area of Boston ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Getting Around the Lower Allston Neighborhood in Boston, MA

Walk Score®

83 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

96 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

59 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

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 Lower Allston

How much are Studio apartments in Lower Allston?

There are currently 222 Studio Apartments in Lower Allston with rent ranges from $1,600 to $4,967 with an average price of $2,593.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Lower Allston Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Lower Allston ranges from $1,525 to $6,827 with an average monthly rent of $2,955.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Lower Allston cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Lower Allston range from $1,350 to $7,775. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,603.

How expensive are Lower Allston Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 881 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Lower Allston on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,150 to $15,000 - averaging $4,185 for the location.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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

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

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

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