
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Allston Neighborhood of Brighton, MA from $700 (186 Rentals)
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26 Mapleton St

1729 Commonwealth Ave

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15 Radnor Rd

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7 Portina Rd, Unit 01

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124 Sutherland Rd, Unit 1

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923 Beacon St

26 Mapleton St

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3 Winship Pl, Unit 1

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119 Brainerd Rd, Unit 6
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1460 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 3

153 Brighton Ave

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15 Higgins St

76 Euston Rd

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566 Washington St, Unit 14

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164 North Beacon St, Unit 1

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142 North Beacon St

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140 North Beacon St

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593 Cambridge St
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1152 Commonwealth Ave

35 Orkney Rd

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141 Englewood Ave

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120 Warren St, Unit 12

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1880 Commonwealth Ave, Unit #1

69 Harvard Ave

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1116 Commonwealth Ave

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166 Kelton St

219 Kelton St

26 Chiswick Rd
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71 Harvard Ave

392 Washington St

313 Allston St

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15 Walbridge St, Unit 4

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193 Strathmore Rd

1124 Commonwealth Ave

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1 Larose Pl, Unit 15

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1440 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 12

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57 Oak Square Ave

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22 Chiswick Rd, Unit 11
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116 Warren St, Unit 6

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91 Gordon St

1110 Commonwealth Ave

70 Strathmore Rd

1110 Commonwealth Ave

1110 Commonwealth Ave

1110 Commonwealth Ave

1110 Commonwealth Ave

18 Saint Lukes Rd

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111 Jersey St, Unit 7
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North Allston, Boston, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Allston?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Allston Studio Apartments | $2,576 | $1,550 | $5,930 |
| North Allston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,066 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| North Allston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,741 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| North Allston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,278 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| North Allston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,945 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| North Allston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,120 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| North Allston 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,949 | $4,400 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 186 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North Allston Neighborhood of Brighton, MA.
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Cheapest Available North Allston Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinal Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Allston, MA
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Allston area is the $0.17 price per square foot 1460 Commonwealth Ave Model at 1460 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 3 in the in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value North Allston apartment is the 15 Higgins St Model at 15 Higgins St starting at $1,750 with a $0.18 price per square foot in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Allston apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 1460 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 3 | 1460 Commonwealth Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.17 |
| 15 Higgins St | 15 Higgins St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
| 166 Kelton St | 166 Kelton St | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
| 105 Jersey St, Unit 5 | 105 Jersey St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 27 Woodstock Ave, Unit 6 | 27 Woodstock Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 5 Walbridge St, Unit 4 | 5 Walbridge St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 84 Peterborough St, Unit 5 | 84 Peterborough St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 193 Strathmore Rd, Unit 10 | 193 Strathmore Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
| 27 Orkney Rd, Unit 5 | 27 Orkney Rd | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 785 Washington St, Unit 2 | 785 Washington St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
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Best Local Schools in North Allston, Brighton, MA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Allston Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in North Allston?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North Allston is under $1,550.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Allston?
The cheapest apartment in North Allston is Commonwealth Apartments which is listed at $1,900, while the average apartment in North Allston costs $11,475.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in North Allston?
Cheap apartments in North Allston have an average cost of $261 which is $11,214 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Allston.
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