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1411 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 504
$1,950
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1411 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 504

1411 Commonwealth AveBoston, MA 02135
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Lower Allston, Boston, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Allston, MA

As of October 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lower Allston area is the $0.21 price per square foot 42 Long Ave Model at 42 Long Ave, Unit 2 in the in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Lower Allston apartment is the 592 Cambridge St Model at 592 Cambridge St, Unit 11 starting at $1,895 with a $0.19 price per square foot in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lower Allston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
42 Long Ave, Unit 242 Long Ave1BR,1BA$0.21
592 Cambridge St, Unit 11592 Cambridge StStudio ,1BA$0.19
1152 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 2A1152 Commonwealth Ave1BR,1BA$0.22
28 Quint Ave, Unit 1628 Quint AveStudio ,1BA$0.19
7 Barrows St, Unit 7B7 Barrows StStudio ,1BA$0.19
40 Gardner St, Unit A40 Gardner StStudio ,1BA$0.20
1169 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 1156-281169 Commonwealth AveStudio ,1BA$0.21
15 Higgins St, Unit A15 Higgins St1BR,1BA$0.18
1161 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 31161 Commonwealth AveStudio ,1BA$0.20
1166 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 31166 Commonwealth AveStudio ,1BA$0.20

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Lower Allston, Boston, MA

Ranked #98

Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Best Local Schools in
Lower Allston, Boston, MA

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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 Cheap Lower Allston Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lower Allston?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lower Allston is at Armington Street Apartments listed at $1,950.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lower Allston Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lower Allston Apartment is $2,000 at Flats on Comm.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lower Allston Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lower Allston is starting from $2,350 at Gardner St, 75-90.

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