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47 Orlando St, Unit 47 0rlando st Room 3
47 Orlando StBoston, MA 02126
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9 Landor Rd, Unit 9 Landor
9 Landor RdBoston, MA 02126
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20 Sutton St, Unit #2
20 Sutton StBoston, MA 02126
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175 River St
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64 Stockton StBoston, MA 02124
74 Stanton St
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700 Cummins Hwy
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now85 Tennis
85 Tennis RdBoston, MA 02126
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837 River StBoston, MA 02136
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1222 Blue Hill Ave, Unit B
1222 Blue Hill AveBoston, MA 02126
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1222 Blue Hill Ave, Unit 4
1222 Blue Hill AveBoston, MA 02126
47 Cedar St
BostonMA02126
7 Oakcrest Rd
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25 Weybosset StBoston, MA 02136
6 Violante St
BostonMA02126
82 Blake St
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17 Hiawatha Rd, Unit 2
17 Hiawatha RdBoston, MA 02126
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648 Cummins Hwy, Unit 648
648 Cummins HwyBoston, MA 02126
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499 Cummins Hwy
499 Cummins HwyBoston, MA 02131
62 Westmore Rd
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54 Greendale Rd
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25 Hosmer St
BostonMA02126
572 Cummins Hwy
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95 Willowwood St, Unit 3
95 Willowwood StBoston, MA 02124
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27 Hosmer St
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25 Sutton St
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64 Capen St
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770 Cummins Hwy
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Fairlawn Estates at the T
15 Bismarck StMattapan, MA 02126
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The Rozzie
289 Walk Hill StRoslindale, MA 02131
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775 Morton StMattapan, MA 02126
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1222 bluhille
1222 bluhilleMattapan, MA 02126
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10-20 Thorn StMattapan, MA 02126
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The Foley Senior Residences (62 and Older)
249 River StMattapan, MA 02126
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58 Greendale Rd
58 Greendale RdMattapan, MA 02126
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498 Norfolk
498 Norfolk StMattapan, MA 02126
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731 River StMattapan, MA 02126
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430 River
430 River StMattapan, MA 02126
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760 Cummins Highway
760 Cummins HwyMattapan, MA 02126
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480 Norfolk
480-498 Norfolk StMattapan, MA 02126
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1 Rosa StHyde Park, MA 02136
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720 River
720 River StMattapan, MA 02126
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70 Tennis
70 Tennis RdMattapan, MA 02126
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Southern Mattapan, Boston, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southern Mattapan?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Mattapan Studio Apartments | $2,153 | $1,800 | $2,433 |
| Southern Mattapan 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,742 | $1,999 | $3,238 |
| Southern Mattapan 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,959 | $1,800 | $4,500 |
| Southern Mattapan 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,195 | $1,100 | $4,425 |
| Southern Mattapan 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,049 | $1,000 | $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 430 River priced from $2,100. Fairlawn Estates at the T has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,219. Here are the most affordable Southern Mattapan apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| 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 |
| The Rozzie | A1C | 1BR,1BA | $2,333 |
| 85 Tennis | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| 480 Norfolk | Commuter's Dream! Discover our 2 bedroom apartm... | 2BR,1BA | $2,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southern Mattapan, MA
As of July 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southern Mattapan area is the $1.65 price per square foot 26 Babson St Model at 26 Babson St, Unit 1 in the in the Columbine Cliffs neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Southern Mattapan apartment is the 17 Hiawatha Rd Model at 17 Hiawatha Rd, Unit Unit 2 starting at $2,500 with a $1.92 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. |
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| 26 Babson St, Unit 1 | 26 Babson St | 3BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 17 Hiawatha Rd, Unit Unit 2 | 17 Hiawatha Rd | 3BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| 9 Landor Rd, Unit 9 Landor | 9 Landor Rd | 3BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| 72 Stanton St, Unit #2A | 72 Stanton St | 3BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| 20 Sutton St, Unit #2 | 20 Sutton St | 4BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 1222 Blue Hill Ave, Unit 4 | 1222 Blue Hill Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| 85 Tennis | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| 480 Norfolk | Commuter's Dream! Discover our 2 bedroom apartm... | 2BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| 430 River | Beautiful 1 Bedrooms in Mattapan Square! | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| 47 Orlando St, Unit 47 0rlando st Room 3 | 47 Orlando St | 4BR,1BA | $2.56 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southern Mattapan Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southern Mattapan?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southern Mattapan is under $2,550.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southern Mattapan?
The cheapest apartment in Southern Mattapan is 430 River which is listed at $2,100, while the average apartment in Southern Mattapan costs $4,950.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southern Mattapan?
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 4 regular apartments in Southern Mattapan that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Southern Mattapan?
Cheap apartments in Southern Mattapan have an average cost of $677 which is $4,273 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southern Mattapan.
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