Cheap Homes for Rent in West Fens Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $1,000 (71 Rentals)

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property at 29 Wait St

$1,600 - $2,400

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$1,600 - $2,400
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29 Wait St

BostonMA02120

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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property at 360 Newbury St

$1,775

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$1,775
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Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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360 Newbury St, Unit RL

360 Newbury St
BostonMA02115
property at 70 Fenway

$1,775 - $4,550

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Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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70 Fenway

BostonMA02115
property at 74 Fenway

$1,775 - $6,900

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Studio To 5 Bedroom Rentals

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74 Fenway

BostonMA02115

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West Fens, Boston, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Fens Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Fens area of Boston, MA is a 2 Beds unit found at 15-25 Hemenway St priced from $1,900. Flats on Westland has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,050. Here are the most affordable West Fens apartments for rent in Boston, MA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
15-25 Hemenway StTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,900
Flats on WestlandStudioStudio,1BA$2,050
65 Saint Marys StStudio 1 bathStudio,1BA$2,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Fens, MA

As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Fens area is the $0.22 price per square foot 15 Worthington St Model at 15 Worthington St, Unit 4 in the in the West Fens neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value West Fens apartment is the 105 Jersey St Model at 105 Jersey St, Unit 5 starting at $1,950 with a $0.20 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Fens apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
15 Worthington St, Unit 415 Worthington StStudio ,1BA$0.22
105 Jersey St, Unit 5105 Jersey StStudio ,1BA$0.20
1067 Beacon St, Unit 31067 Beacon StStudio ,1BA$0.22
271 Newbury St, Unit 2271 Newbury StStudio ,1BA$0.21
81 Saint Botolph St, Unit 181 Saint Botolph StStudio ,1BA$0.21
1050 Beacon St, Unit 31050 Beacon StStudio ,1BA$0.22
30 Peterborough St, Unit D30 Peterborough StStudio ,1BA$0.21
35 Queensberry St, Unit 535 Queensberry StStudio ,1BA$0.22
382 Riverway, Unit 26382 Riverway1BR,1BA$0.22
90 New Whitney St, Unit 1690 New Whitney St1BR,1BA$0.22

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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Top Neighborhoods Near Boston Colleges and Universities

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Fens

What type of rentals are currently available in West Fens?

There are currently 2107 Apartments for Rent in West Fens, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,350 to $16,490. There are also 1982 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Fens ranging from $1,025 to $20,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Fens?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Fens ranges from $1,025 to $20,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,174.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West Fens?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Fens range from $1,477 to $16,490, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,325 to $15,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,025 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,950.

Expert Rental Resources

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