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property at 1680 Commonwealth Ave

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4 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1680 Commonwealth Ave

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property at 110 Lanark Rd

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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110 Lanark Rd

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property at 110 Lanark Rd

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4 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jan 1, 2026

110 Lanark Rd, Unit A

110 Lanark Rd
BostonMA02135

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Brighton, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Brighton, MA

Pricing Updated: 12/28/2025

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$9,450$3752457

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brighton, MA and Nearby

As of December 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Brighton area is the $0.18 price per square foot 15 Higgins St Model at 15 Higgins St, Unit A in the in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Brighton apartment is the 31 Seattle St Model at 31 Seattle St, Unit B starting at $1,775 with a $0.18 price per square foot in the Harvard Square 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.
15 Higgins St, Unit A15 Higgins St1BR,1BA$0.18
31 Seattle St, Unit B31 Seattle St1BR,1BA$0.18
1120 Commonwealth Ave, Unit A1120 Commonwealth AveStudio ,1BA$0.19
1440 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 121440 Commonwealth AveStudio ,1BA$0.19
90 Brainerd Rd, Unit 690 Brainerd RdStudio ,1BA$0.19
1114 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 21114 Commonwealth AveStudio ,1BA$0.19
2018 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 332018 Commonwealth AvenueStudio ,1BA$0.20
2016 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 22016 Commonwealth AveStudio ,1BA$0.20
28 Quint Ave, Unit 5528 Quint AveStudio ,1BA$0.20
5 Walbridge St, Unit 45 Walbridge StStudio ,1BA$0.20

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

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Top Neighborhoods Near Boston Colleges and Universities

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Frequently Asked Questions about Brighton

What type of rentals are currently available in Brighton?

There are currently 6475 Apartments for Rent in Brighton, MA with pricing that ranges from $375 to $21,050. There are also 4818 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Brighton ranging from $725 to $38,000.

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 $725 to $38,000 with an average monthly rent of $8,141.

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 $900 to $12,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $925 to $22,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $725 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,200.

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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

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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!