Cheap Homes for Rent in Squantum Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $1,200 (8 Rentals)

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$2,275

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 1

64 Carlisle St

QuincyMA02171
property at 66 Safford St

$2,399

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66 Safford St, Unit #4

66 Safford St
QuincyMA02170
property at 115 W Squantum St

$2,400

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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115 W Squantum St

QuincyMA02171

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Squantum, Boston, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Squantum Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Squantum area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at Quincy Commons priced from $1,974. Gamma North Quincy has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,250. Here are the most affordable Squantum apartments for rent in Boston, MA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Quincy CommonsStudioStudio,1BA$1,974
Gamma North QuincyStudio Apartment1BR,1BA$2,250
ImprintS7Studio,1BA$2,280

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Squantum, MA

As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Squantum area is the $2.86 price per square foot 52 Taylor St Model at 52 Taylor St in the in the Squantum neighborhood starting from $8,000. The second greatest value Squantum apartment is the 131 Grampian Way Model at 131 Grampian Way, Unit 2 starting at $6,000 with a $3.75 price per square foot in the Columbia Point neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Squantum apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
52 Taylor St52 Taylor St5BR,5.5BA$2.86
131 Grampian Way, Unit 2131 Grampian Way4BR,2BA$3.75
3 Evandale Ter, Unit 13 Evandale Ter4BR,2.5BA$3.60
201 Savin Hill Ave, Unit 1201 Savin Hill Ave3BR,2BA$3.00
Metro Marina BayB4 Newbury2BR,2BA$3.10
147 Farrington St, Unit 2nd floor147 Farrington St2BR,1BA$2.64
2 Redfield St2 Redfield St2BR,1BA$2.30
One NewportOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.07
Peninsula ApartmentsNauset Light1BR,1BA$3.98
Quincy CommonsStudioStudio ,1BA$3.86

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Squantum, Boston, MA

Ranked #13

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Squantum

What type of rentals are currently available in Squantum?

There are currently 137 Apartments for Rent in Squantum, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,974 to $8,000. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Squantum ranging from $1,260 to $4,350.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Squantum ranges from $1,260 to $4,350 with an average monthly rent of $3,054.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Squantum range from $3,100 to $5,835, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,800 to $4,350. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,400.

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