Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Brighton, MA from $1,000 (67 Rentals)

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1450 Commonwealth Ave
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1450 Commonwealth Ave

1450 Commonwealth AveBrighton, MA 02135
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112 Newtonville Ave
$1,250
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$1,250
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112 Newtonville Ave

112 Newtonville AveNewton, MA 02458
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923 Beacon St
$1,299 - $6,400
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$1,299 - $6,400
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923 Beacon St

923 Beacon StBoston, MA 02215
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175 River St, Unit 2, Unit 2
$1,299
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$1,299
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175 River St, Unit 2, Unit 2

175 River StCambridge, MA 02139
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Cambridge Ivy Inn
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$1,600 - $2,550
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$1,600 - $2,550
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$1,600 - $2,550
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Cambridge Ivy Inn

50-52 Irving StCambridge, MA 02138
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property at 76 Euston Rd

$1,775

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$1,775
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76 Euston Rd

BostonMA02135

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146 Allston St
$1,800
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$1,800
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146 Allston St

146 Allston StCambridge, MA 02139
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17 Price Rd
$1,800
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$1,800 - $2,800
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$1,800 - $2,800
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17 Price Rd

17 Price RdBoston, MA 02134
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17 Quincy St, Unit 2, Unit 2
$1,850
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$1,850
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$1,850
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17 Quincy St, Unit 2, Unit 2

17 Quincy StSomerville, MA 02143
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$2,000

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$2,000
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1 Dana Terrace

WatertownMA02472
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25 Duval St
$2,000
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$2,000
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25 Duval St

25 Duval StBoston, MA 02135
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24 Park Ave
$2,000
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$2,000 - $3,600
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$2,000 - $3,600
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24 Park Ave

24 Park AveSomerville, MA 02144
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Finch Cambridge
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Finch Cambridge

671-675 Concord AveCambridge, MA 02138
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80 Gardner St
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80 Gardner St

80 Gardner StAllston, MA 02134
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Haywood House
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Haywood House

106 Kennedy CirNewton, MA 02458
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46-82 S Huntington Ave
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46-82 S Huntington Ave

46-82 S Huntington AveBoston, MA 02130
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10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

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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

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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

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Top Neighborhoods Near Boston Colleges and Universities

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.