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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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2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

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11-35 Cummings RdBrighton, MA 02135
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property at 106 Addington Rd

106 Addington Rd

BrooklineMA02445

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property at 28 Tip Top St

28 Tip Top St

BostonMA02135

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72 Leicester St
$1,150
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$1,150
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6 Bedroom Apartment Available Dec 1

72 Leicester St

72 Leicester StBoston, MA 02135
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26 Tip Top St

BostonMA02135
property at 7 Harvard Ter

7 Harvard Ter

BostonMA02134
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848 Huntington Ave, Unit 3
$1,300
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3 Bedroom Apartment Available Jan 1, 2026

848 Huntington Ave, Unit 3

848 Huntington AveBoston, MA 02115
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Boston Major Employer Neighborhood Guide: Living Near UMass, MGH, & State Street

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Brighton, MA

Pricing Updated: 10/24/2025

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$9,750$8002077

Cheapest Available Brighton Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
CHR Brookline - Coolidge Corner CommunitiesHampton Court - Studio/1 BathStudio,1BA$1,750
886-896 Huntington AvenueOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brighton, MA

As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Brighton area is the $0.19 price per square foot 592 Cambridge St Model at 592 Cambridge St, Unit 11 in the in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value Brighton apartment is the 64 Woodstock Ave Model at 64 Woodstock Ave, Unit 4 starting at $1,975 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.
592 Cambridge St, Unit 11592 Cambridge StStudio ,1BA$0.19
64 Woodstock Ave, Unit 464 Woodstock AveStudio ,1BA$0.20
22 Chiswick Rd, Unit 1122 Chiswick RdStudio ,1BA$0.20
193 Strathmore Rd, Unit 10193 Strathmore Rd1BR,1BA$0.20
380 Riverway, Unit 9380 RiverwayStudio ,1BA$0.20
5 Walbridge St, Unit 45 Walbridge StStudio ,1BA$0.20
15 Higgins St, Unit A15 Higgins St1BR,1BA$0.18
900 Huntington Ave, Unit 883 HUNTINGTON AVE 2900 Huntington Ave2BR,1BA$0.20
880 Huntington Ave, Unit 2880 Huntington Ave1BR,1BA$0.20
19 Woodstock Ave, Unit 419 Woodstock AveStudio ,1BA$0.20

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Boston Neighborhood Guide: Living Near UMass, MGH, and State Street

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Top Neighborhoods Near Boston Colleges and Universities

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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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Getting Around Brighton, MA

Walk Score®

85 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

77 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

64 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 $1,750.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Brighton Apartment is $1,795 at 886-896 Huntington Avenue.

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 $2,233 at Village At Brookline.

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