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Southern Mattapan, Boston, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southern Mattapan Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southern Mattapan area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at The Frances at Ashmont Flats priced from $2,200. Imprint has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,249. Here are the most affordable Southern Mattapan apartments for rent in Boston, MA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Frances at Ashmont Flats12Studio,1BA$2,200
ImprintS1Studio,1BA$2,249
Morton Village1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,325
Neponset LandingA11BR,1BA$2,366
Velo Forest Hills ApartmentsS5 - S7Studio,1BA$2,455

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southern Mattapan, MA

As of May 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southern Mattapan area is the $2.43 price per square foot 82 Ballou Ave Model at 82 Ballou Ave in the in the South Dorchester neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Southern Mattapan apartment is the 82 Ballou Ave Model at 82 Ballou Ave, Unit 1 starting at $3,400 with a $2.43 price per square foot in the South Dorchester neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southern Mattapan apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
82 Ballou Ave82 Ballou Ave3BR,1BA$2.43
82 Ballou Ave, Unit 182 Ballou Ave3BR,2BA$2.43
175 Callender St, Unit 1175 Callender St4BR,1BA$2.95
63 Stanton St, Unit 263 Stanton St3BR,1BA$2.60
46 Wildwood St, Unit 146 Wildwood St3BR,1BA$2.83
98 Thetford Ave, Unit 198 Thetford Ave4BR,1BA$3.00
156 Callender St, Unit 1156 Callender St3BR,1BA$2.23
106 Brook road, Unit 2106 Brook road3BR,1BA$2.83
Morton Village1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.30
714 Cummins Hwy714 Cummins Hwy2BR,1BA$2.70

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southern Mattapan

What type of rentals are currently available in Southern Mattapan?

There are currently 176 Apartments for Rent in Southern Mattapan, MA with pricing that ranges from $900 to $9,603. There are also 63 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southern Mattapan ranging from $1,350 to $4,300.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southern Mattapan?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southern Mattapan ranges from $1,350 to $4,300 with an average monthly rent of $2,905.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Southern Mattapan?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Southern Mattapan range from $2,450 to $5,400, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,800 to $3,650. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $900.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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