
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Route 1 North Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $800 (137 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Route 1 North area of Boston.


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388 Meridian St, Unit #2

Furnished Private Bedroom in East Boston

Furnished Private Bedroom in East Boston

Furnished Private Bedroom in East Boston

Furnished Private Bedroom in East Boston

Furnished Private Bedroom in East Boston

Furnished Private Bedroom in East Boston

Furnished Private Bedroom in East Boston

Furnished Private Bedroom in East Boston
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Furnished Private Bedroom in East Boston

Furnished Bedroom with Private Ensuite Bath in East Boston!

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101 Orleans St

Furnished Private Bedroom in East Boston

Furnished Private Bedroom in East Boston

Furnished Private Bedroom with Private Bath in East Boston!

Furnished Bedroom with Private Bath in East Boston

Furnished Bedroom with Private Bath in East Boston

Furnished Bedroom with Private Bath in East Boston

Furnished Bedroom with Private Bath in East Boston
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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

Furnished Bedroom with Private Bath in East Boston

Furnished Private Bedroom with Private Bath in East Boston!

Furnished Private Bedroom with Private Bath in East Boston!

Furnished Bedroom with Private Bath in East Boston

Furnished Bedroom with Private Bath in East Boston

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720 Bennington St, Unit 207

11 Boardman St, Unit B

10 Marion St, Unit R

720 Bennington St

522 Saratoga St
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11 Boardman St, Unit B

55 White St

Barnes School Apartments

Chapman House Apartments

890 Broadway

40R Highland Ave

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42 Irwin St

376 Washington St

1061 Saratoga St

124 Winnisiment St
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21 5th St

38 Estes St, Unit 4

BayView Apartments

32 Chestnut St, Unit 8

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48 Harvard St, Unit 3

Carlyle House Apartments

90 Winthrop Shore Dr, Unit 8

Salem Highlands

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2 Johnsons Ter

2 Kingsley Terrace, Unit 9
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Route 1 North, Boston, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Route 1 North?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Route 1 North Studio Apartments | $2,675 | $1,100 | $8,102 |
| Route 1 North 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,889 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Route 1 North 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,639 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Route 1 North 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,909 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Route 1 North 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,386 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Route 1 North 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,274 | $1,100 | $7,995 |
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There are currently 137 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Route 1 North Neighborhood of Boston, MA.
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Cheapest Available Route 1 North Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Route 1 North area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at 16 5th priced from $1,525. 10 Yeamans St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,625. Here are the most affordable Route 1 North apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 5th | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
| 10 Yeamans St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,625 |
| BayView Apartments | 66 Basset St Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| Salem Highlands | Studio, non-renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Carlyle House Apartments | Studio, non-renovated (Exeter) | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| 87-90 Win | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Altitude Apartments | Studio - Premium | Studio,1BA | $1,783 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Route 1 North, MA
As of June 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Route 1 North area is the $0.02 price per square foot 28 Yeamans St Model at 28 Yeamans St, Unit 2 in the in the West Revere neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Route 1 North apartment is the 39 Charter St Model at 39 Charter St starting at $2,500 with a $0.25 price per square foot in the Financial District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Route 1 North apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Yeamans St, Unit 2 | 28 Yeamans St | 1BR,1BA | $0.02 |
| 39 Charter St | 39 Charter St | 1BR,1BA | $0.25 |
| 33 Princeton St, Unit 1 | 33 Princeton St | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 1096 N Shore Rd | 1096 N Shore Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 48 Harvard St, Unit 3 | 48 Harvard St | 1BR,1BA | $0.17 |
| 75 Division St, Unit 1 | 75 Division St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 720 Bennington St, Unit 207 | 720 Bennington St | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
| 15 Sheafe St, Unit 2 | 15 Sheafe St | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 80 Havre St, Unit 2 | 80 Havre St | 1BR,1BA | $0.22 |
| 22 Sheafe St, Unit 2 | 22 Sheafe St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Route 1 North Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Route 1 North?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Route 1 North is under $1,783.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Route 1 North?
The cheapest apartment in Route 1 North is Mosaic which is listed at $1,795, while the average apartment in Route 1 North costs $5,250.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Route 1 North?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 65 regular apartments in Route 1 North that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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