
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Dedham, MA from $1,200 (58 Rentals)
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338 Whiting Ave

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43 Woodlawn St, Unit 1, Unit 1

43 Woodlawn St

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479 High St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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48 Oak St, Unit #2, Unit #2

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247 Bussey St

918 Providence Hwy

Residence at the Dior

40 High St
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48 Oak St

Ridgecrest Village

1459-1461 VFW Pky

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11 Schubert St

97 Spring St

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91 Spring St

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91 Spring St, Unit 3, Unit 3

1 Tobin Rd, Unit 0, Unit 0

126 Edgemere Rd, Unit 7

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126 Edgemere Rd
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8 Summer St

165 Grove B2 Grv

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Linden Apartments

14 Heron St, Unit 208

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Parkway Apartments

30 Alaric St

199 Gardner St, Unit 205

93 Cass St

199 Gardner St, Unit 310

4945 Washington St, Unit 104
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202 Baker St, Unit 1

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50 Gardner St

199 Gardner St, Unit 313

199 Gardner St, Unit 218

Rockingham Glen

24 Ridgecrest Terrace, Unit 12

130 Edgemere Rd, Unit 1

199 Gardner St, Unit 406

199 Gardner St, Unit 201

199 Gardner St, Unit 410
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199 Gardner St, Unit 308

199 Gardner St, Unit 204

199 Gardner St, Unit 304

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

199 Gardner St, Unit 213

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80 Gardner St, Unit 24, Unit 24

199 Gardner St, Unit 217

199 Gardner St, Unit 418

35 Carrolton Rd, Unit 2

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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 | $1,954 | $1,725 | $2,595 |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,657 | $1,950 | $3,337 |
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,262 | $2,450 | $4,589 |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,985 | $2,625 | $5,190 |
| Downtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,818 | $3,500 | $4,175 |
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There are currently 58 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 1 Bed unit found at 11 Schubert St priced from $1,950. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Schubert St | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Ridgecrest Village | 1 Bed/1 Bath with Dining Area | 1BR,1BA | $2,120 |
| Linden Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Parkway Apartments | A03 | 1BR,1BA | $2,665 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, MA
As of May 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $0.45 price per square foot 9 Stearns Rd Model at 9 Stearns Rd, Unit 15-4 in the in the East Dedham neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the 115 Cowing St Model at 115 Cowing St, Unit #2 starting at $3,600 with a $0.36 price per square foot in the East Dedham 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Stearns Rd, Unit 15-4 | 9 Stearns Rd | 3BR,1BA | $0.45 |
| 115 Cowing St, Unit #2 | 115 Cowing St | 4BR,1.5BA | $0.36 |
| 28 Maplewood St, Unit #1 | 28 Maplewood St | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.34 |
| The Avens at Dedham Station | B1 1307 | 2 Bed | 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.09 |
| Marshview Place | 2 bed | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
| 4843 Washington St, Unit #1 | 4843 Washington St | 2BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| 247 Bussey St | 247 Bussey St | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| 479 High St, Unit 2 | 479 High St | 2BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| 50 Gardner St, Unit #10 | 50 Gardner St | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| 48 Oak St, Unit #2 | 48 Oak St | 3BR,1BA | $2.84 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown is 11 Schubert St which is listed at $1,950, while the average apartment in Downtown costs $4,700.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 7 regular apartments in Downtown that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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