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71 Fairbanks St

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Brighton, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Brighton, MA

Pricing Updated: 07/25/2025

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$3752062

Cheapest Available Brighton Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 
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 and Nearby

As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Brighton area is the $0.17 price per square foot 69 S Huntington Ave Model at 69 S Huntington Ave, Unit 53-301 in the in the West Fens neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Brighton apartment is the 69 S Huntington Ave Model at 69 S Huntington Ave, Unit 53-301 starting at $1,695 with a $0.17 price per square foot in the West Fens 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.
69 S Huntington Ave, Unit 53-30169 S Huntington AveStudio ,1BA$0.17
69 S Huntington Ave, Unit 53-30169 S Huntington AveStudio ,1BA$0.17
22 Shepard St, Unit B22 Shepard St1BR,1BA$0.18
146 Allston St, Unit 3146 Allston St1BR,1BA$0.18
96 Winthrop St, Unit 196 Winthrop St1BR,1BA$0.18
84 Gordon St, Unit 10184 Gordon StStudio ,1BA$0.19
592 Cambridge St, Unit 11592 Cambridge StStudio ,1BA$0.19
30 Bentley St, Unit 330 Bentley StStudio ,1BA$0.19
1669 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 221669 Commonwealth AveStudio ,1BA$0.20
317 Allston St, Unit 15317 Allston StStudio ,1BA$0.20

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Frequently Asked Questions about Brighton

What type of rentals are currently available in Brighton?

There are currently 13213 Apartments for Rent in Brighton, MA with pricing that ranges from $375 to $29,690. There are also 9305 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Brighton ranging from $800 to $40,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Brighton?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Brighton ranges from $800 to $40,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,283.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Brighton?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Brighton range from $1,100 to $15,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,150 to $12,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $850.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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