Cheap Homes for Rent in the McIntire Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $1,200 (10 Rentals)

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property at 116 Lafayette St

$1,250

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$1,250

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$1,250

1 Bedroom, 5 Bath Home for Rent

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116 Lafayette St

SalemMA01970
property at 15 Lynde St

$2,000

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$2,000

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$2,000

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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15 Lynde St

SalemMA01970

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property at 8 Walbridge St

$2,015

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$2,015

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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Sep 1

8 Walbridge St

BostonMA02135

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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 Salem Highlands priced from $1,700. 278 Lafayette St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,900. Here are the most affordable McIntire apartments for rent in Boston, MA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Salem HighlandsStudio, non-renovatedStudio,1BA$1,700
278 Lafayette St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,900
14 New Derby1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,975

Best Value Apartments for Rent in McIntire, MA

As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the McIntire area is the $1.91 price per square foot 13 Becket St Model at 13 Becket St, Unit 2 in the in the South Salem neighborhood starting from $2,675. The second greatest value McIntire apartment is the 13 Becket St Model at 13 Becket St, Unit 2 starting at $2,675 with a $1.91 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.
13 Becket St, Unit 213 Becket St2BR,1BA$1.91
13 Becket St, Unit 213 Becket St2BR,1BA$1.91
8 Allen St, Unit 28 Allen St3BR,1BA$2.08
32 Prince St, Unit 132 Prince St4BR,1BA$2.75
8 Arthur St, Unit 18 Arthur St3BR,1BA$2.19
36 Beaver St, Unit Beaver St36 Beaver St2BR,1BA$2.38
98 Leach St, Unit 398 Leach St2BR,1BA$2.40
University Square South2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.68
University Square North1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.69
14 New Derby1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.74

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Mcintire, Boston, MA

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about McIntire

What type of rentals are currently available in McIntire?

There are currently 239 Apartments for Rent in McIntire, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $3,950. There are also 30 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in McIntire ranging from $1,250 to $4,400.

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 $4,400 with an average monthly rent of $2,702.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in McIntire?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in McIntire range from $2,500 to $3,450, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,350 to $4,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,800.

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