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property at 13 Essex St

13 Essex St, Unit 1

13 Essex St
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property at 6 Andrew St

6 Andrew St, Unit 3

6 Andrew St
SalemMA01970

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McIntire, Boston, MA Local Guide

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. University Square North 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Residences at St. JamesStudio 60%Studio,1BA$1,610
University Square North0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,800
University Square South0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,900
Princeton CrossingDog Friendly One Bedroom Standard1BR,1BA$1,999
Hawthorne CommonsThe McIntire1BR,1BA$2,210

Best Value Apartments for Rent in McIntire, MA

As of October 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the McIntire area is the $1.86 price per square foot 23 Gardner St Model at 23 Gardner St in the in the South Salem neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value McIntire apartment is the B8 Model at Halstead Salem Station starting at $3,195 with a $2.94 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
23 Gardner St23 Gardner St2BR,1BA$1.86
Halstead Salem StationB82BR,2BA$2.94
38 Salem St, Unit 1038 Salem St4BR,1BA$2.84
6 Arthur St, Unit 36 Arthur St2BR,1BA$2.60
19 Nichols St, Unit 19 Nichols ST unit #319 Nichols St2BR,1BA$2.78
52 Roslyn St, Unit 252 Roslyn St2BR,1BA$2.33
239 Lafayette St, Unit 1239 Lafayette St2BR,1BA$3.10
Hawthorne CommonsThe McIntire1BR,1BA$2.78
Princeton CrossingOne BR Deluxe1BR,1BA$3.38
The Residences at St. JamesStudio 60%Studio ,1BA$3.58

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mcintire, Boston, MA

Ranked #12

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about McIntire

What type of rentals are currently available in McIntire?

There are currently 227 Apartments for Rent in McIntire, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,350 to $4,705. There are also 26 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in McIntire ranging from $1,250 to $4,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in McIntire?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in McIntire ranges from $1,250 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,598.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA

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Boston is known for its exciting combination of early American history and modern high-tech universities and employers.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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