Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lower Roxbury Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $900 (56 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
to
Note: Properties with the Total Monthly Price badge include all required fees. Hover over the badge for details.
Lifestyle Matching SearchDone
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Lower Roxbury area of Boston.

property at 11 Langdon St
$750

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$750

Total Monthly Price$750
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Oct 1
Affordability

11 Langdon St, Unit 1

11 Langdon St
BostonMA02119
  • Smoke Free
close
View Me
89 Cedar St, Unit 3
$900

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$900

Total Monthly Price$900
12 Month Lease Term
6 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

89 Cedar St, Unit 3

89 Cedar StBoston, MA 02119
Cost Per Sq.Ft.
close
View Me
40 Forest St
$1,150 - $1,350

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,150 - $1,350

Total Monthly Price$1,150 - $1,350
12 Month Lease Term
4 to 5 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

40 Forest St

40 Forest StBoston, MA 02119
Furnished
  • Smoke Free
close
View Me
35 @ EightSixty
$1,737 - $2,026

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,737 - $2,026

Total Monthly Price$1,737 - $2,026
Studio Apartments Available Now

35 @ EightSixty

860 Harrison AveBoston, MA 02118
Transit Friendly
  • Verified
  • Customer Reviewed
  • Utilities Included

Moving to Boston Without Losing Your Mind: A Renter’s Guide to a Smooth Move

Moving to Boston? Discover how to handle unique rental rules, avoid common moving day pitfalls, and prepare for your first winter in the city

close
View Me
1127 Harrison Ave, Unit 201
$2,150

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,150

Total Monthly Price$2,150
12 Month Lease Term
Studio Apartment Available Now

1127 Harrison Ave, Unit 201

1127 Harrison AveBoston, MA 02119
Affordability
property at 853 Harrison Ave
$2,150

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,150

Total Monthly Price$2,150
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now
Affordability

853 Harrison Ave

BostonMA02118
property at 853 Harrison Ave
$2,150

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,150

Total Monthly Price$2,150
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Sep 15
Affordability

853 Harrison Ave, Unit 4

853 Harrison Ave
BostonMA02118
  • Smoke Free
property at 702 Massachusetts Ave
$2,200

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,200

Total Monthly Price$2,200
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now
Cost Per Sq.Ft.

702 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 8

702 Massachusetts Ave
BostonMA02118
close
View Me
96 Winthrop St, Unit 2
$2,200

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,200

Total Monthly Price$2,200
12 Month Lease Term
2 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

96 Winthrop St, Unit 2

96 Winthrop StBoston, MA 02119
Cost Per Sq.Ft.
close
View Me
126 Warren St
$2,300 - $2,950

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,300 - $2,950

Total Monthly Price$2,300 - $2,950
12 Month Lease Term
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

126 Warren St

126 Warren StBoston, MA 02135
Cost Per Sq.Ft.
close
View Me
126 Warren St
$2,300 - $2,800

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,300 - $2,800

Total Monthly Price$2,300 - $2,800
12 Month Lease Term
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

126 Warren St

126 Warren StBoston, MA 02135
Cost Per Sq.Ft.

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Find income-restricted rentals and housing subsidies. Explore government programs designed to help low-income families secure stable, affordable housing.

property at 23 Fort Ave
$2,400

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,400

Total Monthly Price$2,400
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now

23 Fort Ave

BostonMA02119
property at 12 Mt Pleasant Ave
$2,400

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,400

Total Monthly Price$2,400
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now
Affordability

12 Mt Pleasant Ave

BostonMA02119
property at 20 Rockville Park
$2,400 - $2,600

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,400

Total Monthly Price$2,400
1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals
Available Now
Cost Per Sq.Ft.

20 Rockville Park

BostonMA02119

What It Really Costs to Live in Boston: A Local Renter’s Guide

Thinking of moving to Boston? Discover the real cost of living in the city. Our local expert guide breaks down rent, hidden utility costs, transportation tips, and neighborhood tradeoffs to help you budget smarter.

property at 1 Newcomb St
$2,500

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,500

Total Monthly Price$2,500
12 Month Lease Term
Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now
Affordability

1 Newcomb St, Unit 1

1 Newcomb St
BostonMA02118
property at 93 Zeigler St
$2,500

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,500

Total Monthly Price$2,500
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now
Affordability

93 Zeigler St

BostonMA02119
property at 44 E Springfield St
$2,500

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,500

Total Monthly Price$2,500
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Sep 15
Affordability

44 E Springfield St, Unit 1

44 E Springfield St
BostonMA02118
  • Smoke Free
close
View Me
45 Thornton St, Unit 1
$2,545

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,545

Total Monthly Price$2,545
11 Month Lease Term
2 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

45 Thornton St, Unit 1

45 Thornton StBoston, MA 02119

Close to Boston, Easier to Rent: Your Guide to 5 Key Neighboring Cities

Find your perfect apartment outside Boston. We review Quincy, Braintree, Malden, Somerville, and Lynn, covering local hotspots, commute options, and available rental types.

property at 15 Ruggles St
$2,600 - $3,000

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,600 - $3,000

Total Monthly Price$2,600 - $3,000
12 Month Lease Term
2 To 3 Bedroom Condos for Rent
Available Now
Cost Per Sq.Ft.

15 Ruggles St

BostonMA02119
property at 91 Burrell St
$2,600

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,600

Total Monthly Price$2,600
12 Month Lease Term
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now
Affordability

91 Burrell St, Unit 91 Burrell St 1

91 Burrell St
BostonMA02119
close
View Me
Terra on Lenox
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Terra on Lenox

11 E Lenox StBoston, MA 02118
Student Housing
close
View Me
25-27 Linwood St
1 to 6 Bedroom Apartments

25-27 Linwood St

25-27 Linwood StBoston, MA 02119
property at 14 Pompeii St
$2,200

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,200

Total Monthly Price$2,200
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now
Affordability

14 Pompeii St

BostonMA02119
property at 40 Winthrop St
$2,400

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,400

Total Monthly Price$2,400
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now
Affordability

40 Winthrop St

BostonMA02119
property at 94 Mt Pleasant Ave
$2,500

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,500

Total Monthly Price$2,500
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Now
Affordability

94 Mt Pleasant Ave

BostonMA02119
property at 14 John Eliot Sq
$2,500

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,500

Total Monthly Price$2,500
12 Month Lease Term
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now
Affordability

14 John Eliot Sq, Unit 4E

14 John Eliot Sq
BostonMA02119

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

Lower Roxbury, Boston, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lower Roxbury Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
35 @ EightSixtyStudio - Income-BasedStudio,1BA$1,737
125 WARREN1x11BR,1BA$1,900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Roxbury, MA

As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lower Roxbury area is the $0.20 price per square foot 126 Warren St Model at 126 Warren St, Unit G3 in the in the Roxbury neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Lower Roxbury apartment is the 126 Warren St Model at 126 Warren St, Unit 11 starting at $2,300 with a $0.23 price per square foot in the Roxbury neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lower Roxbury apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
126 Warren St, Unit G3126 Warren StStudio ,1BA$0.20
126 Warren St, Unit 11126 Warren St1BR,1BA$0.23
16 Baker Ct, Unit 416 Baker Ct2BR,2BA$0.32
96 Winthrop St, Unit 296 Winthrop St2BR,1BA$0.22
126 Warren St126 Warren St2BR,1BA$0.30
11 Newcomb St, Unit 1511 Newcomb St2BR,1BA$0.27
126 Warren St126 Warren St2BR,1BA$0.28
7 Greenville St, Unit 67 Greenville St2BR,1BA$0.28
42 Warwick St42 Warwick St5BR,3.5BA$0.14
89 Cedar St, Unit 389 Cedar St6BR,3BA$0.09

Boston Neighborhood Guide: Living Near UMass, MGH, and State Street

Get the local scoop! ApartmentHomeLiving's Boston Expert reveals the best neighborhoods to rent for employees of UMass Boston, Mass General Hospital, State Street, and more.

Read Article
Decorative image

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

Read Article
Decorative image

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

Read Article

Top Neighborhoods Near Boston Colleges and Universities

Learn About the Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near College Campuses in Boston, MA | Find Boston Off-Campus Student Housing at ApartmentHomeLiving.com

Read Article
Decorative image

Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

Read Article
Decorative image

Quick Rent Budget Calculator

How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

decorative image of people with a giant lease agreement

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Lower Roxbury, Boston, MA

Ranked #77

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

decorative image of woman handing cat to small boy

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lower Roxbury Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lower Roxbury?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lower Roxbury is at 35 @ EightSixty listed at $1,737.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lower Roxbury Apartment is $1,900 at 125 WARREN.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lower Roxbury is starting from $2,890 at Parmelee Court.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

decorative image for Moving to Boston Without Losing Your Mind: A Renter’s Guide to a Smooth Move article

Moving to Boston Without Losing Your Mind: A Renter’s Guide to a Smooth Move

Written by: Amelia Ramstead

Hello! I’m Amelia, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Boston.

decorative image for What It Really Costs to Live in Boston: A Local Renter's Guide article

What It Really Costs to Live in Boston: A Local Renter's Guide

Written by: Amelia Ramstead

Hello! I’m Amelia, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Boston.

decorative image for Close to Boston, Easier to Rent: Your Guide to 5 Key Neighboring Cities article

Close to Boston, Easier to Rent: Your Guide to 5 Key Neighboring Cities

Written by: Amelia Ramstead

Hello! I’m Amelia, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com expert for Boston!

decorative image for Top Short-Term Rental Neighborhoods in Boston: Tips from a Local Expert   article

Top Short-Term Rental Neighborhoods in Boston: Tips from a Local Expert

Written by: Amelia Ramstead

Hi! I’m Amelia, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com expert for Boston, and I’m excited to help you find your next home!

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

decorative image for Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals   article

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

decorative image for Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My! article

Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

Written by: Robin Stewart

Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

decorative image for Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags   article

Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

decorative image for First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently article

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.