
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the McIntire Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $996 (41 Rentals)
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40R Highland Ave

Salem Heights

12 Dow St

Salem Highlands

256 Washington

6 School St

260 Washington St, Unit 22
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15 Hancock St, Unit 3

6 Northey St

19 Leavitt St

Princeton Crossing

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296-300 Washington St
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10 Pratt St

36 Barstow St

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116 Lafayette St

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143 Canal St

10 Summer Street

Fairfax

122 Boston

University Square North

278 Lafayette St

Historic 1 Harbor St
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Park Towers

18 Japonica St

233 Lafayette St

102 Bridge St

14 New Derby

10 Beaver St

River Rock Residences

Boston/Federal Street
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131 Essex St
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 | $1,952 | $1,100 | $2,200 |
| McIntire 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,422 | $1,550 | $2,895 |
| McIntire 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,612 | $1,700 | $3,350 |
| McIntire 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,770 | $2,500 | $3,450 |
| McIntire 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,800 | $2,800 | $2,800 |
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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. 10 Summer Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,800. 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 |
| 10 Summer Street | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| 256 Washington | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| University Square North | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| 296-300 Washington St | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $2,199 |
| Boston/Federal Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Hawthorne Commons | The Chestnut | 1BR,1BA | $2,422 |
| Princeton Crossing | Dog Friendly Two Bedroom Standard | 2BR,1BA | $2,490 |
| Grove Street Landing | 1E | 1BR,1BA | $2,525 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in McIntire, MA
As of September 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the McIntire area is the $2.20 price per square foot 39 Salem St Model at 39 Salem St, Unit 1 in the in the South Salem neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value McIntire apartment is the 2 Bed 1 bath 70 Boston Street Model at River Properties starting at $2,925 with a $2.81 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39 Salem St, Unit 1 | 39 Salem St | 3BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| River Properties | 2 Bed 1 bath 70 Boston Street | 2BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| 15 Hancock St, Unit 3 | 15 Hancock St | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 5R Buffum St, Unit Rear | 5R Buffum St | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Pickering Wharf Complex, LLC | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.54 |
| Hawthorne Commons | The Hamilton | 1BR,1BA | $3.32 |
| University Square North | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| Boston/Federal Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Princeton Crossing | Dog Friendly Two Bedroom Standard | 2BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| 296-300 Washington St | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $3.14 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMcintire, Boston, MA
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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 $1,850 at 256 Washington.
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 $2,199 at 296-300 Washington St.
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