
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Brookline Neighborhood of Chestnut Hill, MA from $300 (36 Rentals)
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33 Poplar St, Unit 1R

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19 Archdale Rd, Unit B

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6 St Mark St, Unit A

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48 Strathmore Rd, Unit #23

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141 Englewood Ave

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1880 Commonwealth Ave, Unit #1

35 Orkney Rd

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216 South St, Unit B
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2016 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 2

2018 Commonwealth Ave

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2018 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 33

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42 Strathmore Rd, Unit 1

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4 Chiswick Rd, Unit 24

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126 Englewood Ave, Unit 12B

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258 Chestnut Hill Ave, Unit 1
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22 Chiswick Rd, Unit 11

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99 Manthorne Rd, Unit 3

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2018 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 42

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123 Belgrade Ave, Unit three

53 Archdale Rd

106 Addington Rd

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23 Aspinwall Ave, Unit 2

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12 Homer St, Unit 1
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252 Cypress St

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1700 Beacon St

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58 Bryon Rd, Unit 1
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Brookline?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Brookline Studio Apartments | $2,377 | $1,100 | $4,595 |
| South Brookline 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,855 | $1,200 | $4,500 |
| South Brookline 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,657 | $375 | $10,000+ |
| South Brookline 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,539 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| South Brookline 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,483 | $2,975 | $10,000+ |
| South Brookline 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,305 | $3,600 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Brookline Neighborhood of Chestnut Hill, MA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Brookline, MA
As of December 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Brookline area is the $0.20 price per square foot 2018 Commonwealth Avenue Model at 2018 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 33 in the in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value South Brookline apartment is the 61 Selkirk Rd Model at 61 Selkirk Rd, Unit 10 starting at $2,300 with a $0.23 price per square foot in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Brookline apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 2018 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 33 | 2018 Commonwealth Avenue | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 61 Selkirk Rd, Unit 10 | 61 Selkirk Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 61 Selkirk Rd, Unit 10 | 61 Selkirk Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 22 Chiswick Rd, Unit 11 | 22 Chiswick Rd | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 2016 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 2 | 2016 Commonwealth Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 24 Orkney Rd, Unit C | 24 Orkney Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 43 Selkirk Rd, Unit 1 | 43 Selkirk Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 126 Englewood Ave, Unit 12B | 126 Englewood Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 258 Chestnut Hill Ave, Unit 1 | 258 Chestnut Hill Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 48 Strathmore Rd, Unit #23 | 48 Strathmore Rd | Studio ,1BA | $0.18 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Brookline, Chestnut Hill, MA
Ranked #92
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the South Brookline Neighborhood in Chestnut Hill, MA
Walk Score®
45 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
39 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
34 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Brookline Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Brookline Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Brookline is starting from $2,600 at Reservoir Court.
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