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West Fens, Boston, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Fens Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
886-896 Huntington AvenueBasement StudioStudio,1BA$1,895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Fens, MA

As of June 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Fens area is the $0.21 price per square foot 307 Beacon St Model at 307 Beacon St, Unit 8 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,050. The second greatest value West Fens apartment is the 909 Beacon St Model at 909 Beacon St, Unit A starting at $2,000 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.
307 Beacon St, Unit 8307 Beacon StStudio ,1BA$0.21
909 Beacon St, Unit A909 Beacon StStudio ,1BA$0.20
111 Jersey St, Unit 7111 Jersey StStudio ,1BA$0.20
380 Riverway, Unit 9380 RiverwayStudio ,1BA$0.20
1154 Boylston St, Unit 401154 Boylston StStudio ,1BA$0.20
271 Newbury St, Unit 2271 Newbury StStudio ,1BA$0.21
146 Allston St, Unit 3146 Allston St1BR,1BA$0.18
2 Lansdowne St, Unit 342 Lansdowne StStudio ,1BA$0.20
69 S Huntington Ave, Unit 53-30169 S Huntington AveStudio ,1BA$0.18
69 S Huntington Ave, Unit 53-30169 S Huntington AveStudio ,1BA$0.18

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Fens

What type of rentals are currently available in West Fens?

There are currently 4186 Apartments for Rent in West Fens, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,175 to $29,678. There are also 3014 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Fens ranging from $1,450 to $100,000.

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 $1,450 to $100,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,572.

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 $1,200 to $18,900, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,000 to $16,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,200.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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