
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Lower Allston Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $850 (126 Rentals)
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30 Glenville Ave

46 Park Vale Ave, Unit 2

34 Coolidge Rd

59 Brighton Ave, Unit 1

59 Brighton Ave, Unit 1

59 Brighton Ave, Unit 1

59 Brighton Ave

Room in Shared 6 bed/1.5 bath home in Brighton, Unit E

36 Linden St
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Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home in Allston, Unit D

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Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home in Brighton, Unit E

Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home in Allston, Unit E

Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home in Allston, Unit B

22 Highgate St, Unit 22

22 Highgate St, Unit 22

Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home in Allston, Unit G

Room in Shared 6 bed/1.5 bath home in Brighton, Unit C

6 Glenville Ave
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Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home in Allston, Unit G

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home in Allston, Unit C

Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home in Allston, Unit D

Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home in Allston, Unit F

Room in Shared 6 bed/1.5 bath home in Brighton, Unit F

22 Highgate St, Unit 22

Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home in Brighton, Unit A

8 St Lukes Rd

Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home in Allston, Unit E
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Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home in Allston, Unit E

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Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home in Allston, Unit C

Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home in Brighton, Unit B

Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home in Brighton, Unit F

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home in Allston, Unit D

Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home in Allston, Unit A

Room in Shared 5 bed/1 bath home in Harvard Square (Cambridge), Unit E

Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home in Brighton, Unit G

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in Allston, Unit D
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Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home in Allston, Unit D

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in Allston, Unit C

Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home in Allston, Unit G

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home in Allston, Unit B

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home in Allston, Unit B

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in Allston, Unit B

Room in Shared 4 bed/1.5 bath home in Allston, Unit B

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Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home in Allston, Unit E

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Lower Allston, Boston, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Lower Allston?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Allston 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,295 | $1,500 | $7,195 |
| Lower Allston 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,084 | $1,225 | $10,000+ |
| Lower Allston 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,530 | $850 | $8,000 |
| Lower Allston 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,017 | $1,230 | $9,000 |
| Lower Allston 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,535 | $980 | $10,000+ |
| Lower Allston 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,852 | $1,060 | $7,000 |
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There are currently 126 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Lower Allston Neighborhood of Boston, MA.
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Cheapest Available Lower Allston Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Saint Lukes Rd | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Allston, MA
As of September 13, 2026 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 64 Murdock St Model at 64 Murdock St, Unit 1 starting at $2,350 with a $0.24 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42 Long Ave, Unit 2 | 42 Long Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 64 Murdock St, Unit 1 | 64 Murdock St | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 25 North Beacon St, Unit 1 | 25 North Beacon St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 64 Murdock St, Unit 1 | 64 Murdock St | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 11 Farrington Ave, Unit #1-5 | 11 Farrington Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.25 |
| 8 Sawyer Ter, Unit 1 | 8 Sawyer Ter | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
| 472 Western Ave, Unit 1 | 472 Western Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
| 1161 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 3 | 1161 Commonwealth Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 1166 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 3 | 1166 Commonwealth Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 7 Barrows St, Unit C1 | 7 Barrows St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Lower Allston?
There are currently 856 Apartments for Rent in Lower Allston, MA with pricing that ranges from $950 to $14,114. There are also 1384 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lower Allston ranging from $850 to $13,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lower Allston?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lower Allston ranges from $850 to $13,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,655.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Lower Allston?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Lower Allston range from $1,100 to $9,325, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,225 to $11,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,300.
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