
Cheap Homes for Rent in Braintree, MA from $1,700 (32 Rentals)
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65 Webster St, Unit 201

64 Endicott St, Unit 2nd Floor

12 Mechanic St, Unit 1

89 Broadway, Unit 3

50 Webster St, Unit 408

195 Independence Ave

25 Greentree Ln, Unit 34
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318 Granite St

648 Washington St, Unit 2A

685 Main St

7 Woodcrest Ct

24 South St

18 Bigelow St

141 Willard St

4 Eva Cir
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128 Arnold St, Unit 1

139 Willard St

211 West St

575 Broad St

205 Independence Ave

123 Elm St, Unit A-11

1500 Hancock St, Unit 420

215 Winter St
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153 Commercial St

141 Commercial St

25 Greentree Ln

160 Burkhall St

215 Winter St

26 Harrison St

166 Kendrick Ave, Unit 166 Kendrick 2

40 Fountain Ln, Unit 6
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Braintree, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Braintree?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Braintree 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,642 | $2,050 | $3,800 |
| Braintree 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,449 | $2,600 | $4,500 |
| Braintree 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,200 | $4,300 | $8,300 |
| Braintree 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,200 | $4,500 | $5,900 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Braintree, MA
Pricing Updated: 05/31/2026Current apartment rentals in the Braintree, MA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Braintree Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Braintree | $3,600 | $1,825 | 12 |
Cheapest Available Braintree Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Braintree, MA is a Studio unit found at Weymouth Commons in the Weymouth Landing neighborhood priced from $1,742. 99 Granite Street in the Quincy Center neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Braintree apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weymouth Commons | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,742 |
| 99 Granite Street | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Avana Weymouth | Studio (364 SF) | Studio,1BA | $1,778 |
| J.E. Furnished Apartments of Quincy | Furnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
| Hancock House | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Highland House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
| Reed Street Apartments | Renovated 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Clipper | 1BR-ST | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Braintree, MA
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Braintree area is the $2.53 price per square foot 30 Town Hill St Model at 30 Town Hill St in the in the South Quincy neighborhood starting from $3,800. The second greatest value Braintree apartment is the Plan F (B2A) Model at Ridge at Blue Hills starting at $3,272 with a $2.45 price per square foot in the North Randolph neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Braintree apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Town Hill St | 30 Town Hill St | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.53 |
| Ridge at Blue Hills | Plan F (B2A) | 2BR,2BA | $2.45 |
| 1 Larry Pl, Unit 204 | 1 Larry Pl | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
| 62 Cranch St | 62 Cranch St | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| 23 Franklin St, Unit 1 | 23 Franklin St | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| 98 Franklin St, Unit 3 | 98 Franklin St | 3BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| 200 Cove Way | 200 Cove Way | 2BR,2BA | $2.43 |
| Quarry Edge 445 | 1 Bedroom + Den | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| 75 Sterling St, Unit A | 75 Sterling St | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| 99 Granite Street | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Braintree
What type of rentals are currently available in Braintree?
There are currently 547 Apartments for Rent in Braintree, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,120 to $8,194. There are also 104 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Braintree ranging from $1,700 to $8,300.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Braintree?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Braintree ranges from $1,700 to $8,300 with an average monthly rent of $3,433.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Braintree?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Braintree range from $2,350 to $4,406, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,600 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,795.
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