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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 |
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| Lower Allston 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,312 | $1,230 | $10,000+ |
| Lower Allston 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,166 | $1,150 | $9,000 |
| Lower Allston 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,819 | $980 | $7,500 |
| Lower Allston 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,274 | $975 | $9,200 |
| Lower Allston 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,240 | $975 | $10,000+ |
| Lower Allston 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,163 | $950 | $1,580 |
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Cheapest Available Lower Allston Apartments for Rent
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Cambridge Ivy Inn | Room Lodging Style | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Allston, MA
As of January 26, 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 66 Empire St Model at 66 Empire St, Unit 1-A starting at $2,050 with a $0.21 price per square foot in the Harvard Square 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. |
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| 42 Long Ave, Unit 2 | 42 Long Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 66 Empire St, Unit 1-A | 66 Empire St | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 70 Empire St, Unit 1T | 70 Empire St | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 40 Gardner St, Unit 3 | 40 Gardner St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 180 North Beacon St, Unit 3 | 180 North Beacon St | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 1169 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 1156-28 | 1169 Commonwealth Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 1114 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 606 | 1114 Commonwealth Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 15 Higgins St, Unit A | 15 Higgins St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
| 1114 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 1 | 1114 Commonwealth Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 2 Appian Way, Unit 1 | 2 Appian Way | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Lower Allston?
There are currently 1860 Apartments for Rent in Lower Allston, MA with pricing that ranges from $950 to $13,000. There are also 1864 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lower Allston ranging from $950 to $38,000.
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 $950 to $38,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,527.
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 $950 to $11,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,150 to $9,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $980 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,550.
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