
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the McIntire Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $900 (9 Rentals)
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The Residences at St. James

Salem Highlands

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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 | $1,851 | $1,610 | $2,000 |
| McIntire 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,106 | $1,450 | $2,710 |
| McIntire 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,685 | $1,600 | $3,865 |
| McIntire 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,893 | $2,400 | $4,000 |
| McIntire 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,525 | $3,350 | $3,700 |
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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 The Residences at St. James priced from $1,610. 260 Washington Apartments – Modern Living in the Heart of Salem has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here are the most affordable McIntire apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Residences at St. James | Studio 60% | Studio,1BA | $1,610 |
| 260 Washington Apartments – Modern Living in the Heart of Salem | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Residences at Lafayette LLC- 176 Lafayette | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in McIntire, MA
As of January 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the McIntire area is the $1.83 price per square foot 8 Randall St Model at 8 Randall St, Unit 2 in the in the North Salem neighborhood starting from $3,350. The second greatest value McIntire apartment is the 127 Canal St Model at 127 Canal St, Unit 3 starting at $3,700 with a $2.18 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Randall St, Unit 2 | 8 Randall St | 4BR,1.5BA | $1.83 |
| 127 Canal St, Unit 3 | 127 Canal St | 4BR,2BA | $2.18 |
| 23 Gardner St | 23 Gardner St | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| 37 Endicott St, Unit 3 | 37 Endicott St | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| River Properties | 2 Bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| Olde Salem Jail | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.79 |
| 9 Proctor St, Unit 2 | 9 Proctor St | 3BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| University Square North | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| Sofi At Salem Station | McIntire | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| Park Towers | 1 Bedroom Apt | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
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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 The Residences at St. James listed at $1,610.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom McIntire Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom McIntire Apartment is $1,725 at The Residences at St. James.
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 $2,395 at University Square North.
What is the most affordable McIntire Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap McIntire Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Park Towers and starts from $3,500.
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