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43 Paulina St
SomervilleMA02144
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48 Allston St, Unit 2

48 Allston St
BostonMA02134
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Brighton, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Brighton, MA

Pricing Updated: 09/10/2025

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$6,800$3754443

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brighton, MA and Nearby

As of September 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Brighton area is the $0.15 price per square foot 32 Highgate St Model at 32 Highgate St in the in the Harvard Square neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Brighton apartment is the 38 Linden St Model at 38 Linden St starting at $1,700 with a $0.17 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.
32 Highgate St32 Highgate St1BR,1BA$0.15
38 Linden St38 Linden StStudio ,1BA$0.17
99 Warren St, Unit 1699 Warren StStudio ,1BA$0.17
15 Higgins St, Unit A15 Higgins St1BR,1BA$0.18
1061 Beacon St, Unit 14A1061 Beacon StStudio ,1BA$0.18
1120 Commonwealth Ave, Unit A1120 Commonwealth AveStudio ,1BA$0.19
7 Barrows St, Unit 7B7 Barrows StStudio ,1BA$0.19
592 Cambridge St, Unit 11592 Cambridge StStudio ,1BA$0.19
64 Woodstock Ave, Unit 464 Woodstock AveStudio ,1BA$0.19
166 Kelton St, Unit 36166 Kelton StStudio ,1BA$0.19

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Frequently Asked Questions about Brighton

What type of rentals are currently available in Brighton?

There are currently 9397 Apartments for Rent in Brighton, MA with pricing that ranges from $375 to $29,690. There are also 6403 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Brighton ranging from $880 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 $880 to $40,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,192.

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 $999 to $15,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,125 to $12,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $995.

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 Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.