
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the McIntire Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $900 (36 Rentals)
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40R Highland Ave

10 Howard St, Unit 1

10 Howard St, Unit 2

10 Howard St, Unit 3

Salem Heights

150 Federal St, Unit FOR RENT UTILITIES WIFI PARKING

Salem Highlands

1 Harbor
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40 Winthrop St, Unit Room in a house

8 Hersey St

257 Washington St, Unit 11

257 Washington St, Unit 3

257 Washington St, Unit 3

Princeton Crossing

8 Hancock St, Unit 1L

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30 Gardner St, Unit 2

257 Washington St, Unit 16
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257 Washington St, Unit 16

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84 Hathorne St, Unit 1 rear

257 Washington St, Unit 14

233 Lafayette St

5 Pearl St

123 Highland Ave, Unit 3

256 Washington

Fairweather Apartments (Age 62+ Community)

116 Lafayette St
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The Residences at St. James

The Lighthouses

Fairfax

122 Boston

Park Towers

278 Lafayette St

15 Lynde St

University Square North

River Rock Residences
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McIntire, Boston, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in McIntire?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| McIntire Studio Apartments | $1,737 | $1,100 | $2,300 |
| McIntire 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,277 | $900 | $2,900 |
| McIntire 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,782 | $1,700 | $3,900 |
| McIntire 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,938 | $2,600 | $3,850 |
| McIntire 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,028 | $3,600 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available McIntire Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the McIntire area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at Salem Highlands priced from $1,700. Hawthorne Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,449. Here are the most affordable McIntire apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem Highlands | Studio, non-renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Hawthorne Commons | The Dickens | 1BR,1BA | $2,449 |
| Halstead Salem Station | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,660 |
| University Square South | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2,675 |
| River Properties | 2 Bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,800 |
| 231 Washington Residences | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath - C1 | 2BR,2BA | $2,975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in McIntire, MA
As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the McIntire area is the $2.40 price per square foot 6 March St Model at 6 March St, Unit 6 March St in the in the Centerville neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value McIntire apartment is the 23 Gardner St Model at 23 Gardner St starting at $2,600 with a $1.86 price per square foot in the South Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for McIntire apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 March St, Unit 6 March St | 6 March St | 4BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| 23 Gardner St | 23 Gardner St | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| 13 Becket St, Unit 2 | 13 Becket St | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| 14 Glover St, Unit 2 | 14 Glover St | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| 231 Washington Residences | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath - C1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.83 |
| River Properties | 2 Bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| University Square South | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.68 |
| 23 Herbert St, Unit 2 | 23 Herbert St | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| 14 Porter St, Unit 1F | 14 Porter St | 3BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| Hawthorne Commons | The Hamilton | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMcintire, Boston, MA
Ranked #18
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap McIntire Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in McIntire?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in McIntire is at Salem Highlands listed at $1,700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom McIntire Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom McIntire Apartment is $1,975 at Salem Highlands.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom McIntire Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in McIntire is starting from $2,400 at Salem Highlands.
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