
Cheap Homes for Rent in Burlington, MA from $1,000 (19 Rentals)
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7 Pontos Ave

2 Lord Terrace

74 Beach St, Unit 5-1

74 Beach St

35 Prospect St, Unit 311
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33 Montvale Ave

186 Bedford St, Unit S

12 Totman Dr, Unit 9

10 Westgate Dr, Unit 3T

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12 Westgate Dr, Unit 6T
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982 Main St

5 Totman Dr, Unit 7

379 Main St, Unit 1

1433 Massachusetts Ave

7 Totman Dr, Unit 1

16 Westgate Dr, Unit 5T
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186 Bedford St, Unit 1
Burlington, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Burlington?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,149 | $1,000 | $4,100 |
| Burlington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,421 | $3,000 | $7,000 |
| Burlington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,996 | $3,450 | $6,800 |
| Burlington 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,675 | $4,500 | $10,000+ |
| Burlington 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,433 | $9,800 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Burlington, MA
Pricing Updated: 09/09/2026Current apartment rentals in the Burlington, MA area range in price from $1,295 to $4,700 with an overall median price of $2,883. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Burlington Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mill Pond | $2,883 | $1,295 | 54 |
Cheapest Available Burlington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Burlington, MA is a Studio unit found at Lord Baron Apartments in the Turning Mill neighborhood priced from $1,715. 2-15 Winn Park in the Walnut Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Burlington apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lord Baron Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,715 |
| 2-15 Winn Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| Halstead Burlington | Studio - S1 AFF Income Restricted | Studio,1BA | $1,975 |
| 55+ Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Kimball Court | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,089 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Burlington, MA
As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Burlington area is the $2.36 price per square foot 286 Main St Model at 286 Main St, Unit 3 in the in the Walnut Hill neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Burlington apartment is the Grant Model at Beacon Village starting at $2,890 with a $2.51 price per square foot in the Turning Mill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Burlington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 286 Main St, Unit 3 | 286 Main St | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
| Beacon Village | Grant | 2BR,2BA | $2.51 |
| Lume | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $2.64 |
| Battle Green Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.72 |
| 25 Arlington Rd, Unit Apt #3 6 | 25 Arlington Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| 1011 Main St, Unit 1011 Main St Unit 8 | 1011 Main St | 2BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| 79 Montvale Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Kimball Court | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
| 1628 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 1628 | 1628 Massachusetts Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Lord Baron Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Burlington
What type of rentals are currently available in Burlington?
There are currently 121 Apartments for Rent in Burlington, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,295 to $5,492. There are also 92 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Burlington ranging from $1,000 to $18,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Burlington?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Burlington ranges from $1,000 to $18,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,757.
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