
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Poet's Corner Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $1,600 (19 Rentals)
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21 Highland Terrace

2366 Commonwealth Ave

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282 Grove St, Unit 9
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8 Mechanic St

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53 Wyman St

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286 Grove St, Unit 3

25 Westfield Rd, Unit 1

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16 Lafayette Rd

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1024 Chestnut St, Unit 2A
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1595 Commonwealth Ave

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The Nines

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25 Westfield Rd, Unit STU W. Newton

77 Wyman St

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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 | $2,593 | $2,471 | $2,776 |
| Poet's Corner 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,992 | $1,975 | $3,741 |
| Poet's Corner 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,992 | $2,500 | $5,411 |
| Poet's Corner 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,791 | $3,000 | $8,049 |
| Poet's Corner 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,216 | $4,250 | $5,750 |
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Cheapest Available Poet's Corner Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Poet's Corner area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at The Nines priced from $2,471. New Falls Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,776. Here are the most affordable Poet's Corner apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Nines | A | Studio,1BA | $2,471 |
| New Falls Apartments | 2 Bedroom Garden | 2BR,1BA | $2,776 |
| Woodland Station Apartments | The Riverside | 1BR,1BA | $3,494 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Poet's Corner, MA
As of March 11, 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 |
| 19 Cottage St, Unit 1 | 19 Cottage St | 3BR,3.5BA | $2.48 |
| 2044 Beacon St, Unit 2 | 2044 Beacon St | 4BR,4BA | $2.75 |
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Poet's Corner Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Poet's Corner?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Poet's Corner is at The Nines listed at $2,471.
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 $2,996 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 $7,199.
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