
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Dedham, MA from $1,200 (51 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown area of Dedham.


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184 Colburn St, Unit 184

4 Fort Ln

25 Bayard St

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479 High St, Unit 2

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247 Bussey St

Ridgecrest Village

1459-1461 VFW Pky

116 Spring St, Unit C8

5114 Washington St
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91 Spring St

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91 Spring St, Unit 3

97 Spring St

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9 Stearns Rd

15 Stimson St, Unit 5

1 Tobin Rd, Unit 0

21 Weymouth Ave, Unit 1

30 Rockingham Ave, Unit 4302

Rockingham Glen

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Linden Apartments
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4907 Washington St

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Parkway Apartments

30 Rockingham Ave, Unit 414

199 Gardner St, Unit 209

30 Alaric St

199 Gardner St, Unit 205

199 Gardner St, Unit 114

93 Cass St

199 Gardner St, Unit 310

7 Weymouth Ave
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199 Gardner St, Unit 218

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11 Schubert St

199 Gardner St, Unit 213

4945 Washington St, Unit 104

199 Gardner St, Unit 418

199 Gardner St, Unit 406

199 Gardner St, Unit 410

199 Gardner St, Unit 405

54 Desoto Rd

198 Gardner St, Unit 3-2
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199 Gardner St, Unit 217

35 Carrolton Rd, Unit 2

131 Gardner St, Unit 408

Georgetowne Homes

Willets Landing

Washington Grove Apartments

9 Carol Cir

1208 Greendale Ave

1216 VFW Parkway

85 Gardner St
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Downtown, Dedham, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Studio Apartments | $2,076 | $1,725 | $2,500 |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,709 | $2,000 | $3,388 |
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,322 | $2,350 | $4,604 |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,083 | $3,000 | $5,357 |
| Downtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,087 | $4,000 | $4,175 |
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There are currently 51 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Neighborhood of Dedham, MA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at 1459-1461 VFW Pky priced from $1,725. Ridgecrest Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,120. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1459-1461 VFW Pky | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
| Ridgecrest Village | 1 Bed/1 Bath with Dining Area | 1BR,1BA | $2,120 |
| Rockingham Glen | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| Linden Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, MA
As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $0.40 price per square foot 80 Gardner St Model at 80 Gardner St, Unit 1 in the in the Oak Hill neighborhood starting from $4,000. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the 60 Landseer St Model at 60 Landseer St, Unit 1 starting at $2,900 with a $2.42 price per square foot in the Oak Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80 Gardner St, Unit 1 | 80 Gardner St | 2BR,2BA | $0.40 |
| 60 Landseer St, Unit 1 | 60 Landseer St | 2BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| 28 Maplewood St, Unit 1 | 28 Maplewood St | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.00 |
| Marshview Place | 2 bed | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
| 247 Bussey St | 247 Bussey St | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| 479 High St, Unit 2 | 479 High St | 2BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| 9 Stearns Rd | 9 Stearns Rd | Studio ,1BA | $2.50 |
| 17 Church St, Unit 17 Church St | 17 Church St | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Ridgecrest Village | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| 1459-1461 VFW Pky | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.08 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown is at 1459-1461 VFW Pky listed at $1,725.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment is $2,120 at Ridgecrest Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown is starting from $2,440 at Ridgecrest Village.
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