
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mattapan Square Neighborhood of Mattapan, MA from $800 (19 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mattapan Square?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mattapan Square Studio Apartments | $2,176 | $1,483 | $2,682 |
| Mattapan Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,593 | $860 | $3,450 |
| Mattapan Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,011 | $1,800 | $4,500 |
| Mattapan Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,428 | $2,495 | $7,666 |
| Mattapan Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,575 | $1,000 | $5,250 |
| Mattapan Square 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,331 | $4,000 | $8,450 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mattapan Square Neighborhood of Mattapan, MA.
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Cheapest Available Mattapan Square Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mattapan Square area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at The Pryde – 62+ SENIOR priced from $1,483. 430 River has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,100. Here are the most affordable Mattapan Square apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pryde – 62+ SENIOR | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,483 |
| 430 River | Beautiful 1 Bedrooms in Mattapan Square! | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Fairlawn Estates at the T | S2 - Workforce Housing 80% - Income Restrictions | Studio,1BA | $2,219 |
| The Rozzie | A1C | 1BR,1BA | $2,333 |
| 70 Tennis | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $2,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mattapan Square, MA
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mattapan Square area is the $0.26 price per square foot 617 Hyde Park Ave Model at 617 Hyde Park Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Mount Hope neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Mattapan Square apartment is the 16 Victory Rd Model at 16 Victory Rd, Unit 1 starting at $2,200 with a $0.22 price per square foot in the South Dorchester neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mattapan Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 617 Hyde Park Ave, Unit 1 | 617 Hyde Park Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.26 |
| 16 Victory Rd, Unit 1 | 16 Victory Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.22 |
| 26 Babson St, Unit 1 | 26 Babson St | 3BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 187 Glenway St, Unit 3 Bedroom | 187 Glenway St | 3BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| 36 Lexington Ave, Unit 1 | 36 Lexington Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| 17 Hiawatha Rd, Unit Unit 2 | 17 Hiawatha Rd | 3BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| 196 Reservation Rd, Unit 2 | 196 Reservation Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| 2187 Dorchester Ave, Unit 2187 Dorchester Ave, Apt 1 | 2187 Dorchester Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| 20 Sutton St, Unit #2 | 20 Sutton St | 4BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 32 Stellman Rd, Unit 2 | 32 Stellman Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mattapan Square Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Mattapan Square?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mattapan Square is under $2,385.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mattapan Square?
The cheapest apartment in Mattapan Square is The Pryde – 62+ SENIOR which is listed at $1,621, while the average apartment in Mattapan Square costs $5,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mattapan Square?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 5 regular apartments in Mattapan Square that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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