
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Poet's Corner Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $1,600 (30 Rentals)
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20 Highland Terrace

270 Grove St, Unit 5

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8 Mechanic St

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282 Grove St, Unit 9, Unit 9

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53 Wyman St
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286 Grove St, Unit 3, Unit 3

25 Westfield Rd, Unit 1, Unit 1

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1595 Commonwealth Ave

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16 Lafayette Rd

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25 Westfield Rd, Unit STU W. Newton, Unit STU W. Newton

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14 Abbott St, Unit 2Rear, Unit 2Rear

22 High St
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268 Grove St, Unit 10, Unit 10

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15 Bemis Rd, Unit Apt #4, Unit Apt #4

264 Grove St, Unit 8

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268 Grove St, Unit 2, Unit 2

288 Grove St

312 Washington St, Unit 3-2

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266 Grove St, Unit 4

Ardemore At Wellesley

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250 Grove St

1932 Washington St

100 Rosemary Way, Unit 210, Unit 210
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210 Hillside Ave

290 Grove St
Poet's Corner, Boston, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Poet's Corner?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poet's Corner Studio Apartments | $3,074 | $2,500 | $3,336 |
| Poet's Corner 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,346 | $2,300 | $4,056 |
| Poet's Corner 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,173 | $2,695 | $6,350 |
| Poet's Corner 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,861 | $3,000 | $9,479 |
| Poet's Corner 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,050 | $4,250 | $5,400 |
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Cheapest Available Poet's Corner Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Falls Apartments | 2 Bedroom Garden | 2BR,1BA | $2,776 |
| The Nines | A | Studio,1BA | $2,935 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Poet's Corner, MA
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Poet's Corner area is the $0.54 price per square foot 2044 Beacon St Model at 2044 Beacon St, Unit 2 in the in the Wellesley Hills neighborhood starting from $5,400. The second greatest value Poet's Corner apartment is the 282 Grove St Model at 282 Grove St, Unit 9 starting at $2,300 with a $0.23 price per square foot in the Wellesley Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Poet's Corner apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2044 Beacon St, Unit 2 | 2044 Beacon St | 4BR,4BA | $0.54 |
| 282 Grove St, Unit 9 | 282 Grove St | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 286 Grove St, Unit 3 | 286 Grove St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 27 Gammons Rd | 27 Gammons Rd | 5BR,4.5BA | $2.00 |
| 829 Chestnut St | 829 Chestnut St | 5BR,4.5BA | $2.36 |
| 23 Thurston Rd, Unit 1 | 23 Thurston Rd | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.40 |
| New Falls Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.24 |
| 27 Oakwood Rd, Unit 2 | 27 Oakwood Rd | 3BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 1935 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 603 | 1935 Commonwealth Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| 268 Grove St, Unit 2 | 268 Grove St | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Poet's Corner Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Poet's Corner Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Poet's Corner Apartment is $3,597 at The Nines.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Poet's Corner Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Poet's Corner is starting from $2,776 at New Falls Apartments.
What is the most affordable Poet's Corner Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Poet's Corner Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Nines and starts from $8,154.
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