
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chestnut Hill, MA from $900 (218 Rentals)
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The Chestnut Hill

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18 Glenville Ave

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7 Carolina Ave, Unit 3

1729 Commonwealth Ave

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124 Sutherland Rd, Unit 1

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43 Parkton Rd

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3 Winship Pl, Unit 1

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675 Washington St, Unit 2C

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59 Strathmore Rd

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736 Washington St

10 Bigelow St, Unit 1

10 Bigelow St

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541 Washington St, Unit Top Floor Apartment

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22 Highgate St, Unit 1

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12 Homer St, Unit 1

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1050 Commonwealth Ave

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Vinal Street Apartments

76 Stonley Rd
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1460 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 3

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91 Johnson St, Unit #2

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13 Morse St, Unit 13 Morse street

1459-1461 VFW Pky

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15 Higgins St

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30 Bothwell Rd, Unit A

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23 Arbor Ln

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67 Brighton Ave, Unit 3

CHR Coolidge Corner Communities

Parkway 1208
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18 Saint Lukes Rd

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566 Washington St, Unit 14

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142 North Beacon St

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140 North Beacon St

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91 Spring St

28 Academy Hill Rd

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141 Englewood Ave, Unit 2

89 Englewood Ave

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99 Brainerd Rd, Unit 9

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107 Gordon St, Unit 12
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22 Chiswick Rd

107 Gordon St, Unit 7

313 Allston St, Unit 5

44 Orkney Rd

27 Saint Lukes Rd

35 Orkney Rd

69 Harvard Ave, Unit 1

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28 Austin St, Unit SI FL2-ID976

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1423 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 204

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220 - 236 Kelton St
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Chestnut Hill, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chestnut Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Chestnut Hill Studio Apartments | $2,377 | $1,350 | $9,544 |
| Cheap Chestnut Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,840 | $1,200 | $7,399 |
| Cheap Chestnut Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,556 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Chestnut Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,908 | $1,495 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Chestnut Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,463 | $1,350 | $9,995 |
| Chestnut Hill 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,637 | $3,195 | $10,000+ |
| Chestnut Hill 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,747 | $4,700 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Chestnut Hill Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| 1459-1461 VFW Pky | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
| CHR Coolidge Corner Communities | Studio/1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,780 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chestnut Hill, MA
As of August 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chestnut Hill 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 Chestnut Hill 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 Chestnut Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 145 Winthrop Rd, Unit 6 | 145 Winthrop Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.19 |
| 108 Washington St, Unit 1 | 108 Washington St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 317 Allston St | 317 Allston St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 18 Saint Lukes Rd | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.18 |
| 15 Higgins St | 15 Higgins St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
| 193 Strathmore Rd, Unit 10 | 193 Strathmore Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
| 1460 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 3 | 1460 Commonwealth Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.17 |
| 2 Chestnut Hill Ave, Unit 4 | 2 Chestnut Hill Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 22 Highgate St, Unit 1 | 22 Highgate St | Studio ,2BA | $0.15 |
| 77 Chiswick Rd, Unit 2 | 77 Chiswick Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chestnut Hill Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Chestnut Hill?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Chestnut Hill is at 1459-1461 VFW Pky listed at $1,725.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chestnut Hill Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chestnut Hill Apartment is $1,790 at Parkway 1208.
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