
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Charlestown, MA from $700 with Laundry Facility and Washer/Dryer (19 Rentals)
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153 Trenton St

662 Saratoga St

155 Trenton St
Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs
Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

153 Trenton St

155 Trenton St

162 Cottage St

162 Cottage St
Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

662 Saratoga St

211 Princeton St

162 Cottage St

162 Cottage St
Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Read our practical guide to landlord and tenant rights. Understand protected classes, reasonable accommodations, and legal exceptions to prevent housing discrimination.

Boylston St, 40

15 Snow Hill St

Cambridge Ivy Inn

11-13 Plymouth St
Boston's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
Learn about Boston and the best places to live around the area with original content written by our Boston, MA Local Expert Amelia Ramstead

11-13 Plymouth St

Parkwood Apartments

Furnished Bedroom with Private Bath in Cha
Charlestown, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Charlestown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Charlestown Studio Apartments | $2,867 | $1,450 | $10,000+ |
Charlestown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,452 | $800 | $10,000+ |
Charlestown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,031 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
Charlestown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,324 | $1,075 | $10,000+ |
Charlestown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,721 | $925 | $10,000+ |
Charlestown 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,070 | $875 | $9,600 |
Charlestown 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,266 | $1,050 | $8,985 |
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Getting Around Charlestown, MA
Walk Score®
83 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
77 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
69 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Charlestown Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Charlestown?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Charlestown is under $1,800.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Charlestown?
The cheapest apartment in Charlestown is Boylston St, 40 which is listed at $1,517, while the average apartment in Charlestown costs $6,500.
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.

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA
Written by: Amelia Ramstead
Boston is known for its exciting combination of early American history and modern high-tech universities and employers.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.