1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Brighton, MA Under $3,000 (925 Rentals)

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Vera
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$2,850 - $3,600
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$2,410 - $3,850

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$2,410 - $3,850
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Vera

38 Hichborn StBrighton, MA 02135
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Vinal Street Apartments
$2,100 - $2,150
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$2,100 - $2,150

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$2,100 - $2,150
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Vinal Street Apartments

10-16 Vinal StBrighton, MA 02135
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Radius
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$2,588 - $4,040
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$2,386 - $4,885

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$2,386 - $4,885
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Radius

530 Western AveBrighton, MA 02135
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286 & 288 Chestnut Hill Avenue
Rent Specials
$2,500
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$2,100 - $3,100

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$2,100 - $3,100
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286 & 288 Chestnut Hill Avenue

286-288 Chestnut Hill AveBrighton, MA 02135
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1 Washington St, Unit 410
$2,916
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$2,916

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$2,916
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1 Washington St, Unit 410

1 Washington StBrighton, MA 02135

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60 Woodstock Ave
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60 Woodstock Ave

60 Woodstock AveBrighton, MA 02135
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Brighton

81-89 Strathmore RdBrighton, MA 02135
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386-388 Market StBrighton, MA 02135
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421-425 Market St
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421-425 Market St

421-425 Market StBrighton, MA 02135
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Luxe at Alewife
Rent Specials
$2,857 - $3,393
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$2,704 - $13,108

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$2,704 - $13,108
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Luxe at Alewife

80 Cambridgepark DrCambridge, MA 02140
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Urbane at Alewife
Rent Specials
$2,923 - $3,317
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$2,801 - $9,904

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$2,801 - $9,904
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Urbane at Alewife

50 Cambridgepark DrCambridge, MA 02140
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The Bradford
$2,696 - $10,015
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$2,480 - $11,972

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$2,480 - $11,972
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The Bradford

525 Common StBelmont, MA 02478
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E3 Apartments
Rent Specials
$2,752 - $3,607
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$2,603 - $21,436

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$2,603 - $21,436
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E3 Apartments

65 Brainerd RdAllston, MA 02134
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Cambridge Park Apartments
Rent Specials
$2,844 - $2,873
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$2,704 - $6,525

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$2,704 - $6,525
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 6, 2026

Cambridge Park Apartments

30 Cambridge Park DrCambridge, MA 02140
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166 Main
Rent Specials
$2,750 - $3,200
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$2,750 - $3,700

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$2,750 - $3,700
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166 Main

166 Main StWatertown, MA 02472
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Gables Arsenal Street
$2,539 - $3,276
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$2,539 - $9,282

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$2,539 - $9,282
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Gables Arsenal Street

204 Arsenal StWatertown, MA 02472
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The Laurent
Rent Specials
$2,927 - $4,437
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$2,417 - $9,369

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$2,417 - $9,369
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The Laurent

55 Wheeler StCambridge, MA 02138
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Market Central
Rent Specials
$2,980 - $4,476
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$2,553 - $6,610

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$2,553 - $6,610
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Market Central

425 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02139
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1550 on the Charles
Rent Specials
$2,604 - $3,144
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$2,554 - $5,867

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$2,554 - $5,867
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1550 on the Charles

1550 Soldiers Field RdBoston, MA 02135
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Fuse
Rent Specials
$2,892 - $3,185
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$2,892 - $5,756

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$2,892 - $5,756
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Fuse

165 Cambridgepark DrCambridge, MA 02140
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929 Mass
$2,760 - $3,351
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$2,375 - $3,895
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$2,410 - $3,930
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 14, 2026

929 Mass

929 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02139
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Brighton Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Brighton with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Brighton is at Cambridge Ivy Inn listed at $1,600.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Brighton Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Brighton is $2,879.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Brighton Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Brighton is a square feet unit at .

What is the average size for Brighton 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Brighton is currently 2,839 sq ft.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.