8 Eliot Ave
BrooklineMA02467
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14 Wallingford Rd, Unit 1
14 Wallingford RdBoston, MA 02135
Room in Shared 5 bed/1.5 bath home, Unit A
490 Washington St
BostonMA02135
Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home, Unit C
34 Coolidge Rd
BostonMA02134
132 Chiswick Rd
BostonMA02135
16 Glenville Ave
BostonMA02134
Room in Shared 6 bed/1.5 bath home, Unit A
26 Charnwood Rd
SomervilleMA02144
Room in Shared 5 bed/1 bath home, Unit D
292 Lincoln St
BostonMA02134
Room in Shared 5 bed/1.5 bath home, Unit E
490 Washington St
BostonMA02135
Room in Shared 5 bed/1 bath home, Unit B
292 Lincoln St
BostonMA02134
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Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home, Unit A
36 Newcastle Rd
BostonMA02135
Room in Shared 6 bed/1.5 bath home, Unit E
4 Sparhawk St
BostonMA02135
Room in Shared 6 bed/1.5 bath home, Unit B
26 Charnwood Rd
SomervilleMA02144
Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home, Unit D
4 Haskell St
BostonMA02134
Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home, Unit D
2 Sparhawk St
BostonMA02135
Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home, Unit D
34 Coolidge Rd
BostonMA02134
7 Timon Ave, Unit 2
7 Timon Ave
Chestnut HillMA02467
Room in Shared 5 bed/1.5 bath home, Unit C
490 Washington St
BostonMA02135
Room in Shared 6 bed/1.5 bath home, Unit F
26 Charnwood Rd
BostonMA02144
Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home, Unit B
11 A Islington St
BostonMA02134
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Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit A
14 Bacon St
NewtonMA02458
Room in Shared 6 bed/4 bath home, Unit C
104 Academy Hill Rd
BostonMA02135
Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home, Unit A
34 Coolidge Rd
BostonMA02134
Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit D
20 Alcott St
BostonMA02134
33 Egremont Rd
BostonMA02135
Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit C
5 Linden St
BostonMA02134
Room in Shared 6 bed/1.5 bath home, Unit D
4 Sparhawk St
BostonMA02135
Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home, Unit E
11 A Islington St
BostonMA02134
Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit D
21 Highgate St
BostonMA02134
Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home, Unit 2B
132 Chiswick Rd
BostonMA02135
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Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home, Unit A
30 Royal St
BostonMA02134
Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home, Unit G
45 Montcalm Ave
BostonMA02135
Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home, Unit A
45 Montcalm Ave
BostonMA02135
Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit C
76 Easton St
BostonMA02134
Room in Shared 5 bed/1 bath home, Unit C
292 Lincoln St
BostonMA02134
Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home, Unit F
6 Haskell St
BostonMA02134
10 Hubbard Ave
CambridgeMA02140
Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit A
28 Charnwood Rd
BostonMA02144
Room in Shared 4 bed/1.5 bath home, Unit A
33 Adamson St
BostonMA02134
Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home, Unit E
6 Haskell St
BostonMA02134
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Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit D
14 Bacon St
NewtonMA02458
Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home, Unit B
6 Haskell St
BostonMA02134
Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home, Unit B
45 Montcalm Ave
BostonMA02135
Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home, Unit D
6 Haskell St
BostonMA02134
Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit D
5 Linden St
BostonMA02134
Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home, Unit C
6 Haskell St
BostonMA02134
Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home, Unit G
11 Islington St
BostonMA02134
Room in Shared 4 bed/1.5 bath home, Unit C
19 Highgate St
BostonMA02134
Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit A
5 Linden St
BostonMA02134
Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home, Unit E
2 Sparhawk St
BostonMA02135
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Brighton, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Brighton?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,384 | $1,350 | $7,350 |
| Brighton 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,263 | $1,280 | $10,000+ |
| Brighton 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,915 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| Brighton 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,698 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Brighton 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,906 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
| Brighton 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,398 | $1,060 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Brighton, MA
Pricing Updated: 06/30/2026Current 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:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Elizabeths | $14,300 | $1,000 | 908 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brighton, MA and Nearby
As of June 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brighton area is the $0.03 price per square foot 28 Linden St Model at 28 Linden St, Unit a in the in the Harvard Square neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Brighton apartment is the 720 Massachusetts Ave Model at 720 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 2 starting at $2,050 with a $0.21 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brighton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Linden St, Unit a | 28 Linden St | 4BR,2BA | $0.03 |
| 720 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 2 | 720 Massachusetts Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 5 Walbridge St, Unit 4 | 5 Walbridge St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 317 Allston St | 317 Allston St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 18 Saint Lukes Rd | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.18 |
| 15 Higgins St | 15 Higgins St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
| 193 Strathmore Rd, Unit 10 | 193 Strathmore Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
| 1460 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 3 | 1460 Commonwealth Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.17 |
| 2 Chestnut Hill Ave, Unit 4 | 2 Chestnut Hill Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 22 Highgate St, Unit 1 | 22 Highgate St | Studio ,2BA | $0.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Brighton
What type of rentals are currently available in Brighton?
There are currently 5349 Apartments for Rent in Brighton, MA with pricing that ranges from $950 to $16,836. There are also 5753 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Brighton ranging from $950 to $22,500.
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 $950 to $22,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,820.
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 $1,175 to $16,836, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,280 to $22,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,250.
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