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property at 184 Walnut Ave

184 Walnut Ave

BostonMA02119

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property at 48 Dudley St

48 Dudley St

BostonMA02119
property at 4 Glenway St

4 Glenway St

BostonMA02121

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property at 173 Magnolia St

173 Magnolia St

BostonMA02125
property at 173 Magnolia St

173 Magnolia St, Unit 4

173 Magnolia St
BostonMA02125
property at 27 Dixwell St

27 Dixwell St

BostonMA02119
property at 8 Chestnut Ave

8 Chestnut Ave

BostonMA02130
property at 20 Perrin St

20 Perrin St

BostonMA02119

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Roxbury, Boston, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Roxbury Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Roxbury area of Boston, MA is a 2 Beds unit found at Jackson Commons II priced from $1,301. 125 WARREN has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,900. Here are the most affordable Roxbury apartments for rent in Boston, MA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Jackson Commons II2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,301
125 WARREN1x11BR,1BA$1,900
The CaraStudiosStudio,1BA$1,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Roxbury, MA

As of November 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Roxbury area is the $0.20 price per square foot 126 Warren St Model at 126 Warren St, Unit G3 in the in the Roxbury neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Roxbury apartment is the 126 Warren St Model at 126 Warren St, Unit G3 starting at $2,300 with a $0.23 price per square foot in the Roxbury neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Roxbury apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
126 Warren St, Unit G3126 Warren StStudio ,1BA$0.20
126 Warren St, Unit G3126 Warren St1BR,1BA$0.23
126 Warren St, Unit A32126 Warren St2BR,1BA$0.28
126 Warren St, Unit 24126 Warren St1BR,1BA$0.23
126 Warren St, Unit 9126 Warren St1BR,1BA$0.21
15 Park Dr, Unit D15 Park DrStudio ,1BA$0.23
22 School St, Unit 122 School St2BR,1BA$0.28
135 Washington St, Unit 4135 Washington StStudio ,1BA$0.21
93 George St, Unit 193 George St2BR,1BA$0.26
137 Centre St, Unit 1137 Centre St2BR,1BA$0.26

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Boston Neighborhood Guide: Living Near UMass, MGH, and State Street

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Roxbury, Boston, MA

Ranked #84

Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Roxbury

What type of rentals are currently available in Roxbury?

There are currently 855 Apartments for Rent in Roxbury, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,093 to $9,100. There are also 384 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Roxbury ranging from $825 to $10,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Roxbury?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Roxbury ranges from $825 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,279.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Roxbury?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Roxbury range from $1,100 to $5,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $975 to $5,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $825 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA

Written by: Amelia Ramstead

Boston is known for its exciting combination of early American history and modern high-tech universities and employers.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.