Cheap Apartments for Rent in Brookline, MA from $900 (293 Rentals)

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176 Naples Rd
Studio to 6 Bedroom Apartments

176 Naples Rd

176 Naples RdBrookline, MA 02446
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37-47 St Marys St
1 Bedroom Apartments

37-47 St Marys St

37-47 St Marys StBrookline, MA 02446
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14-16 Netherlands Road
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

14-16 Netherlands Road

16 Netherlands RdBrookline, MA 02445
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Vernon Towers
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Vernon Towers

35 Vernon StBrookline, MA 02446
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11 Glade Ave
$900 - $3,600
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$900 - $3,600
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1 to 4 Bedroom Apartment Available Sep 1

11 Glade Ave

11 Glade AveBoston, MA 02130
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Jackson Commons II
$1,093 - $1,495
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$1,093 - $1,495
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$1,093 - $1,495
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Jackson Commons II

1542 Columbus AveRoxbury, MA 02119
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43 Parkton Rd
$1,220 - $4,800
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$1,220 - $4,800
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1 to 4 Bedroom Apartment Available Sep 1

43 Parkton Rd

43 Parkton RdBoston, MA 02130
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12 Oswald St
$1,300 - $5,000
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4 Bedroom Apartment Available Sep 1

12 Oswald St

12 Oswald StBoston, MA 02120
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135 Hillside St
$1,300 - $5,400
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$1,300 - $5,400
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4 Bedroom Apartment Available Sep 1

135 Hillside St

135 Hillside StBoston, MA 02120
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148 Hillside St
$1,300 - $6,500
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$1,300 - $6,500
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5 Bedroom Apartment Available Sep 1

148 Hillside St

148 Hillside StBoston, MA 02120
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19 Hunting St, Unit 1
$1,300
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19 Hunting St, Unit 1

19 Hunting StCambridge, MA 02141
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3 Winship Pl, Unit 1
$1,350
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3 Winship Pl, Unit 1

3 Winship PlBoston, MA 02135
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18 Sunset St
$1,350 - $4,650
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18 Sunset St

18 Sunset StBoston, MA 02120
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Brookline, MA Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Brookline Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Brookline, MA is a 2 Beds unit found at Jackson Commons II in the Roxbury neighborhood priced from $1,301. Roxbury Apartments in the Jamaica Central neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,510. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Brookline apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Jackson Commons II2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,301
Roxbury Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,510
New Castle CourtNewcastleStudio,1BA$1,662

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brookline, MA

As of August 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brookline area is the $0.19 price per square foot 145 Winthrop Rd Model at 145 Winthrop Rd, Unit 6 in the in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Brookline apartment is the 108 Washington St Model at 108 Washington St, Unit 1 starting at $2,000 with a $0.20 price per square foot in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brookline apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
145 Winthrop Rd, Unit 6145 Winthrop Rd1BR,1BA$0.19
108 Washington St, Unit 1108 Washington StStudio ,1BA$0.20
105 Jersey St, Unit 5105 Jersey StStudio ,1BA$0.20
317 Allston St317 Allston StStudio ,1BA$0.20
18 Saint Lukes RdStudioStudio ,1BA$0.18
15 Higgins St15 Higgins St1BR,1BA$0.18
193 Strathmore Rd, Unit 10193 Strathmore Rd1BR,1BA$0.20
1460 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 31460 Commonwealth Ave1BR,1BA$0.17
2 Chestnut Hill Ave, Unit 42 Chestnut Hill AveStudio ,1BA$0.20
22 Highgate St, Unit 122 Highgate StStudio ,2BA$0.15

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Brookline Overview

Recently ranked the best suburb in the nation, Brookline is a suburb of Boston, Massachusetts that clearly has a stellar reputation. Brookline features seven protected historic districts that are simply stunning to look at. Brookline offers a rich mix of lifestyle options, ranging from condos, apartments, single-family homes, attached homes, and even senior homes. 

Why live in Brookline, MA?

The birthplace of John F. Kennedy and Barbara Walters, Conan O'Brien also calls Brookline his home. What is so great about Brookline? Turns out a lot. This upscale community features 25 distinct neighborhoods with classic homes and buildings. Prospective students get to choose from nine different prestigious college campuses such as Newbury College and Pine Manor College. The main appeal about Brookline is that people that live here, quite frankly are passionate about living here, and it shows. 

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Brookline Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Brookline?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Brookline is at New Castle Court listed at $1,662.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Brookline Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Brookline Apartment is $1,790 at Parkway 1208.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Brookline Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Brookline is starting from $1,301 at Jackson Commons II.

What is the most affordable Brookline Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Brookline Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 51 Park Dr and starts from $2,250.

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