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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Weinberg House: 62+ Senior

132 Chestnut Hill AveBrighton, MA 02135
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45 Strathmore Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

45 Strathmore Rd

45 Strathmore RdBrighton, MA 02135
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3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

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11-35 Cummings RdBrighton, MA 02135
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322 Western Ave

CambridgeMA02139

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70 Park St

SomervilleMA02143

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Brighton, MA

Pricing Updated: 06/28/2025

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$23,500$8802147

Cheapest Available Brighton Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
CHR Brookline - Coolidge Corner CommunitiesHampton Court - Studio/1 BathStudio,1BA$1,750
176 Naples RdStudioStudio,1BA$1,775

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brighton, MA

As of June 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Brighton area is the $0.18 price per square foot 22 Shepard St Model at 22 Shepard St, Unit B in the in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Brighton apartment is the 84 Gordon St Model at 84 Gordon St, Unit 101 starting at $1,850 with a $0.19 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 Shepard St, Unit B22 Shepard St1BR,1BA$0.18
84 Gordon St, Unit 10184 Gordon StStudio ,1BA$0.19
61 S Huntington Ave, Unit 361 S Huntington AveStudio ,1BA$0.16
30 Bentley St, Unit 330 Bentley StStudio ,1BA$0.19
1440 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 121440 Commonwealth AveStudio ,1BA$0.19
146 Allston St, Unit 3146 Allston St1BR,1BA$0.18
96 Winthrop St, Unit 196 Winthrop St1BR,1BA$0.18
69 S Huntington Ave, Unit 53-30169 S Huntington AveStudio ,1BA$0.18
69 S Huntington Ave, Unit 53-30169 S Huntington AveStudio ,1BA$0.18
48 Strathmore Rd, Unit #2348 Strathmore RdStudio ,1BA$0.18

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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 a cheap apartment in Brighton?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Brighton is under $1,775.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Brighton?

Cheap apartments in Brighton have an average cost of $185 which is $23,315 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Brighton.

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