
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oak Square Neighborhood of Brighton, MA from $700 (203 Rentals)
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34 Arlington St

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7 Portina Rd, Unit 01, Unit 01

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3 Winship Pl, Unit 1, Unit 1

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26 Lake Shore Ter, Unit 2, Unit 2

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24 Highgate St, Unit 203, Unit 203

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99 Warren St

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15 Higgins St
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4 Price Rd, Unit 14

153 Brighton Ave, Unit 15

76 Euston Rd

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17 Price Rd

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593 Cambridge St

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582 Cambridge St

1152 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 33

35 Orkney Rd

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75 Euston Rd, Unit 4, Unit 4

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1120 Commonwealth Ave, Unit A, Unit A
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69 Harvard Ave, Unit 1

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153 Kelton St

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1116 Commonwealth Ave

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592 Cambridge St

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95 Gordon St

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166 Kelton St

219 Kelton St, Unit 1

313 Allston St, Unit 5

26 Chiswick Rd, Unit 12

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1440 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 12, Unit 12
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57 Oak Square Ave

71 Harvard Ave, Unit B1

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15 Walbridge St, Unit 4, Unit 4

1124 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 1

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2018 Commonwealth Avenue

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22 Chiswick Rd, Unit 11, Unit 11

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193 Strathmore Rd

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63 Gordon St, Unit 15, Unit 15

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91 Gordon St

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90 Brainerd Rd
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83 Gordon St

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1114 Commonwealth Ave

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1114 Commonwealth Ave

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32 Gordon St

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60 Brighton Ave

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59 Gordon St, Unit 9, Unit 9

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1620 Commonwealth Ave

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2016 Commonwealth Ave

1110 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 709

18 Saint Lukes Rd
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Oak Square, Boston, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oak Square?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Square Studio Apartments | $2,465 | $1,600 | $8,923 |
| Oak Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,870 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Oak Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,527 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Oak Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,066 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Oak Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,879 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Oak Square 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,132 | $3,800 | $10,000+ |
| Oak Square 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,247 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 203 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Oak Square Neighborhood of Brighton, MA.
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Cheapest Available Oak Square Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oak Square area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at Vinal Street Apartments priced from $1,550. 1140 Commonwealth Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,745. Here are the most affordable Oak Square apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinal Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| 1140 Commonwealth Ave | E | Studio,1BA | $1,745 |
| Commonwealth Apartments | Studio-Small | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oak Square, MA
As of May 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oak Square area is the $0.19 price per square foot 1120 Commonwealth Ave Model at 1120 Commonwealth Ave, Unit A in the in the Harvard Square neighborhood starting from $1,875. The second greatest value Oak Square apartment is the 1114 Commonwealth Ave Model at 1114 Commonwealth Ave starting at $1,995 with a $0.20 price per square foot in the Harvard Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oak Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 1120 Commonwealth Ave, Unit A | 1120 Commonwealth Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
| 1114 Commonwealth Ave | 1114 Commonwealth Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 90 Brainerd Rd | 90 Brainerd Rd | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 5 Walbridge St, Unit 4 | 5 Walbridge St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 27 Woodstock Ave, Unit 6 | 27 Woodstock Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 15 Higgins St | 15 Higgins St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
| 67 Gordon St | 67 Gordon St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 28 Sidlaw Rd, Unit 6 | 28 Sidlaw Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
| 193 Strathmore Rd, Unit 10 | 193 Strathmore Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
| 166 Kelton St | 166 Kelton St | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOak Square, Brighton, MA
Ranked #106
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oak Square Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Oak Square?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Oak Square is at Vinal Street Apartments listed at $1,550.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oak Square Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oak Square Apartment is $1,900 at Commonwealth Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Oak Square Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Oak Square is starting from $2,350 at River Park Lofts.
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