
Homes for Rent in Brookline, MA Under $4,000 (5,471 Rentals)


369 Tappan St

185 Freeman St

30 Addington Rd, Unit 3

12 Dean Rd

20 Alton Pl

26 Holly Ln, Unit 2

6 Beals St, Unit 2

125 Pleasant St, Unit 106

235 Freeman St
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46 Cameron St

33 Pond Ave

48 Cameron St, Unit 2

10 Juniper St, Unit 35

369 Tappan St, Unit 6

125 Pleasant St, Unit #125

183 High St

201 High St, Unit 1

1141 Beacon St, Unit 3

185 Freeman St
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175 Freeman St

175 Freeman St

185 Freeman St

203 High St

75 Longwood Ave

185 Freeman St

1253 Beacon St

1253 Beacon St

1253 Beacon St

50 Longwood Ave, Unit 3
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12 Dean Rd, Unit 3

108 Saint Paul St, Unit 3F

20 Cameron St, Unit 304

216 Freeman St

212 Freeman St

20 John St, Unit 20A

76 Egmont St, Unit B

319 Tappan St, Unit 1

100 Marion St

41 Winslow Rd
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235 Freeman St, Unit 1

98 Westbourne Ter, Unit 2

809 Washington St

50 Longwood Ave, Unit 211

214 Freeman St

76 Egmont St

185 Freeman St

185 Freeman St

214 Freeman St

185 Freeman St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Brookline?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookline 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,564 | $1,260 | $10,000+ |
| Brookline 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,313 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
| Brookline 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,116 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Brookline 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,054 | $925 | $10,000+ |
| Brookline 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,000 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Brookline 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,150 | $980 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Brookline
What type of rentals are currently available in Brookline?
There are currently 9752 Apartments for Rent in Brookline, MA with pricing that ranges from $890 to $19,743. There are also 8557 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Brookline ranging from $900 to $38,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Brookline?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Brookline ranges from $900 to $38,000 with an average monthly rent of $8,659.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Brookline?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Brookline range from $890 to $19,743, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,025 to $30,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,295.
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