
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southern Mattapan Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $1,300 (19 Rentals)
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Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit C

108 Wilmington Ave

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit B

Room in Shared 5 bed/1 bath home, Unit A
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230 Fuller St

6 Violante St, Unit 2

6 Monponset St, Unit Apt B4

466 River St

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21 Radcliffe Rd, Unit 201, Unit 201

770 Cummins Hwy
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Fairlawn Estates at the T

The Foley Senior Residences (62 and Older)

58 Greendale Rd

498 Norfolk

Ledgewood Apartments

430 River
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Rozzie
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southern Mattapan?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Mattapan Studio Apartments | $2,123 | $1,995 | $2,219 |
| Southern Mattapan 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,326 | $1,300 | $2,650 |
| Southern Mattapan 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,780 | $2,200 | $4,100 |
| Southern Mattapan 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,268 | $2,500 | $4,700 |
| Southern Mattapan 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,736 | $3,450 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Available Southern Mattapan Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southern Mattapan area of Boston, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at 498 Norfolk priced from $2,025. 430 River has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,100. Here are the most affordable Southern Mattapan apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 498 Norfolk | Spacious and Sunny 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,025 |
| 430 River | Beautiful 1 Bedrooms in Mattapan Square! | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Fairlawn Estates at the T | S2 - Workforce Housing 80% - Income Restrictions | Studio,1BA | $2,219 |
| Rozzie | A1C | 1BR,1BA | $2,333 |
| 480 Norfolk | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $2,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southern Mattapan, MA
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southern Mattapan area is the $0.26 price per square foot 230 Fuller St Model at 230 Fuller St in the in the South Dorchester neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Southern Mattapan apartment is the 7 Wilmington Ave Model at 7 Wilmington Ave, Unit 7 Wilmington Ave Boston starting at $3,100 with a $1.91 price per square foot in the Columbine Cliffs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southern Mattapan apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 230 Fuller St | 230 Fuller St | 1BR,1BA | $0.26 |
| 7 Wilmington Ave, Unit 7 Wilmington Ave Boston | 7 Wilmington Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| 82 Ballou Ave | 82 Ballou Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| 82 Ballou Ave | 82 Ballou Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.43 |
| 714 Cummins Hwy | 714 Cummins Hwy | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| 480 Norfolk | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| 70 Tennis | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| 85 Tennis | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| 430 River | Beautiful 1 Bedrooms in Mattapan Square! | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| 498 Norfolk | Spacious and Sunny 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southern Mattapan Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southern Mattapan?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southern Mattapan is at Fairlawn Estates at the T listed at $2,219.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southern Mattapan Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southern Mattapan Apartment is $2,025 at 498 Norfolk.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southern Mattapan Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southern Mattapan is starting from $2,400 at 480 Norfolk.
What is the most affordable Southern Mattapan Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southern Mattapan Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rozzie and starts from $4,056.
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