Apartments for Rent in Brighton, MA Under $5,500 (4,985 Rentals)

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26 Hichborn
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$4,300
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$4,300
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3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 1, 2026

26 Hichborn

26 Hichborn StBrighton, MA 02135
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The Jordan
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$3,600 - $4,800
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$3,600 - $4,800
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$3,600 - $4,800
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Jordan

249 Corey RdBrighton, MA 02135
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19 Bostonia Ave, Unit 4
$3,250
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$3,250
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$3,250
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19 Bostonia Ave, Unit 4

19 Bostonia AveBrighton, MA 02135
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Avalon Brighton
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$3,090 - $5,580
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$3,025 - $5,515
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$65
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$3,090 - $5,580
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Avalon Brighton

139 Washington StBrighton, MA 02135
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31-35 South Street
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$3,000 - $3,600
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$3,000 - $3,600
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$3,000 - $3,600
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31-35 South Street

31 South StBrighton, 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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The Brookliner
$2,855 - $7,430
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$2,855 - $7,430
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$2,855 - $7,430
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The Brookliner

5 Washington StBrighton, MA 02135
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Overlook at St. Gabriels
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$2,700 - $6,682
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$2,700 - $6,682
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$2,700 - $6,682
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Overlook at St. Gabriels

175 Washington StBrighton, MA 02135
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Vera
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$2,410 - $3,850
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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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Radius
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$2,386 - $4,885
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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
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$2,100 - $3,100
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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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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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651 Washington St
3 Bedroom Apartments

651 Washington St

651 Washington StBrighton, MA 02135
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375 Market St
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

375 Market St

375 Market StBrighton, MA 02135
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Proximity Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Proximity Place

386-388 Market StBrighton, MA 02135
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421-425 Market St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

421-425 Market St

421-425 Market StBrighton, MA 02135
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CHR Brighton Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

CHR Brighton Apartments

100 Kilsyth RdBrighton, MA 02135
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Teel Realty
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Teel Realty

1955 Commonwealth AveBrighton, MA 02135
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Cummings Loc
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Cummings Loc

11-35 Cummings RdBrighton, 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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60 Woodstock Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

60 Woodstock Ave

60 Woodstock AveBrighton, MA 02135
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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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49 Alton Pl, Unit 2
$5,500
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$5,500
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$5,500
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49 Alton Pl, Unit 2

49 Alton PlBrookline, MA 02446

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11 Elko St
$5,500
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$5,500
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$5,500
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11 Elko St

11 Elko StBoston, MA 02135
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79 Brighton Ave, Unit 1
$5,500
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$5,500
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$5,500
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79 Brighton Ave, Unit 1

79 Brighton AveBoston, MA 02134

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Frequently Asked Questions about Brighton

How much are Studio apartments in Brighton?

There are currently 979 Studio Apartments in Brighton with rent ranges from $1,550 to $5,650 with an average price of $2,549.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Brighton Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Brighton ranges from $950 to $6,298 with an average monthly rent of $2,876.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Brighton cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Brighton range from $375 to $21,050. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,507.

How expensive are Brighton Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 1,521 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Brighton on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $900 to $12,500 - averaging $4,137 for the location.

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

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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!