Cheap Apartments for Rent in Brighton, MA from $300 (120 Rentals)

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Weinberg House: 62+ Senior
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Weinberg House: 62+ Senior

132 Chestnut Hill AveBrighton, MA 02135
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60 Woodstock Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

60 Woodstock Ave

60 Woodstock AveBrighton, MA 02135
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45 Strathmore Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

45 Strathmore Rd

45 Strathmore RdBrighton, MA 02135
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75 Allston St, Unit PARKING
$100
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$100

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$100
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75 Allston St, Unit PARKING

75 Allston StBoston, MA 02134
property at 106 Addington Rd

$375

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$375

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$375

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106 Addington Rd

BrooklineMA02445
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7 Linden St, Unit room
$950
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$950

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$950
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7 Linden St, Unit room

7 Linden StBoston, MA 02134
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2 Lothian Rd
$1,150
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$1,150

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$1,150
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2 Lothian Rd

2 Lothian RdBoston, MA 02135
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166 Kelton St, Unit 4
$1,175
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$1,175

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$1,175
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166 Kelton St, Unit 4

166 Kelton StBoston, MA 02134
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923 Beacon St, Unit 2
$1,250
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$1,250

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$1,250
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923 Beacon St, Unit 2

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

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175 River St, Unit 2

175 River StCambridge, MA 02139
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848 Huntington Ave, Unit 2A
$1,300
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$1,300

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$1,300
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848 Huntington Ave, Unit 2A

848 Huntington AveBoston, MA 02115
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16 Highgate St, Unit 203
$1,395
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$1,395

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$1,395
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16 Highgate St, Unit 203

16 Highgate StBoston, MA 02134
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property at 3 Haskell St

$1,500

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3 Haskell St

BostonMA02134
property at 49 S Huntington Ave

$1,550

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$1,550

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49 S Huntington Ave

BostonMA02130
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252 Cypress St
$1,600
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$1,600

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252 Cypress St

252 Cypress StBrookline, MA 02445
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Brighton, MA

Pricing Updated: 01/23/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Brighton, 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 Brighton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
St Elizabeths$11,825$3752581

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brighton, MA

As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brighton area is the $0.20 price per square foot 22 Chiswick Rd Model at 22 Chiswick Rd, Unit 11 in the in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Brighton apartment is the 5 Walbridge St Model at 5 Walbridge St, Unit 4 starting at $1,995 with a $0.20 price per square foot in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brighton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
22 Chiswick Rd, Unit 1122 Chiswick RdStudio ,1BA$0.20
5 Walbridge St, Unit 45 Walbridge StStudio ,1BA$0.20
34 Brainerd Rd, Unit 634 Brainerd RdStudio ,1BA$0.18
15 Higgins St, Unit A15 Higgins St1BR,1BA$0.18
108 Washington St, Unit 1108 Washington StStudio ,1BA$0.20
158 Kelton St, Unit 36158 Kelton StStudio ,1BA$0.20
1669 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 331669 Commonwealth AveStudio ,1BA$0.20
68 Woodstock Ave, Unit 468 Woodstock AveStudio ,1BA$0.20
7 Beals St, Unit B77 Beals StStudio ,1BA$0.18
40 Gardner St, Unit 340 Gardner StStudio ,1BA$0.20

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Brighton Overview

The area surrounding Boston is one of the most historic in the country. The heartbeat of the American Revolution, there are numerous neighborhoods within Boston itself, each of which has its own characteristics. That is exactly the case with Brighton, which is a former town and significant neighborhood in Boston Massachusetts. If you are looking for apartments in Brighton, you have come to the right place. We would love to help you find your next Brighton apartment!á

Why live in Brighton, MA?

There are a lot of reasons why people choose to live in Brighton. First, it is close to the heart of the action. Boston is one of the biggest cities in the country. Write in his right in the middle of it. Next, Brighton is also a great place for people of all ages. Whether this means young professionals, young families, or retired individuals, Brighton is welcoming to everyone. Finally, even though the traffic can be heavy, it is relatively easy to get around Brighton. There are numerous mass transit options, including train stops and bus stations. Therefore, living in Brighton makes the rest of the city much more navigable.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Brighton Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Brighton?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Brighton is at CHR Brookline - Coolidge Corner Communities listed at $1,755.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Brighton Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Brighton Apartment is $1,600 at Cambridge Ivy Inn.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Brighton Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Brighton is starting from $2,300 at Hamilton Union.

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