
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Dedham, MA from $1,175 (27 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown area of Dedham.


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17 Arbor Ln, Unit 17

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21 Arbor Ln, Unit 1

116 Spring St

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Ridgecrest Village

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91 Johnson St, Unit #2
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1459-1461 VFW Pky

116 Spring St, Unit C8

1 Tobin Rd

15 Stimson St, Unit 5

1 Tobin Rd, Unit 0

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5 Cass St, Unit 1
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Rockingham Glen

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9 Stearns Rd

4907 Washington St, Unit 1R

4907 Washington St, Unit 3R

145 Lagrange St

5050 Washington St, Unit 214
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5050 Washington St, Unit 553

93 Cass St

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Linden Apartments

Georgetowne Homes

Willets Landing

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9 Carol Cir

3 Weston St

15 Cass St
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 | $1,995 | $1,500 | $2,500 |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,601 | $1,175 | $3,335 |
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,405 | $2,350 | $4,350 |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,871 | $3,000 | $4,919 |
| Downtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,675 | $3,000 | $4,500 |
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There are currently 27 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 Ridgecrest Village priced from $1,650. 1459-1461 VFW Pky has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,100. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ridgecrest Village | Studio/1 Bath with Full Kitchen | Studio, 1BA | $1,650 |
| 1459-1461 VFW Pky | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2,100 |
| Rockingham Glen | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2,245 |
| Linden Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2,500 |
| 11 Schubert St | 2 bed | 2BR, 1BA | $2,650 |
| Parkway Apartments | A03 | 1BR, 1BA | $2,663 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, MA
As of September 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $0.33 price per square foot 28 Maplewood St Model at 28 Maplewood St, Unit 2 in the East Dedham neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the 115 Cowing St Model at 115 Cowing St, Unit #2 in the East Dedham neighborhood starting at $3,600 with a $0.36 price per square foot. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Maplewood St, Unit 2 | 28 Maplewood St | 3BR, 1BA | $0.33 |
| 115 Cowing St, Unit #2 | 115 Cowing St | 4BR, 1.5BA | $0.36 |
| 80 Gardner St, Unit 1 | 80 Gardner St | 2BR, 2BA | $0.44 |
| Marshview Place | 2 bed | 2BR, 2BA | $2.46 |
| 28 Maplewood St, Unit 1 | 28 Maplewood St | 3BR, 1.5BA | $3.00 |
| Linden Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR, 2BA | $3.20 |
| 247 Bussey St | 247 Bussey St | 1BR, 1BA | $2.67 |
| 2329 Centre St, Unit 2329 Centre Street | 2329 Centre St | 2BR, 1BA | $3.00 |
| 1459-1461 VFW Pky | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2.73 |
| Rockingham Glen | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $3.12 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment is $2,100 at 1459-1461 VFW Pky.
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 $2,350 at 1459-1461 VFW Pky.
What is the most affordable Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Avens at Dedham Station and starts from $4,919.
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