Cheap Apartments for Rent in East Boston, MA from $700 (90 Rentals)

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Bennington Arms
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Bennington Arms

720 Bennington StEast Boston, MA 02128
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Waldemar Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Waldemar Ave

75 Waldemar AveEast Boston, MA 02128
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Coppersmith Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Coppersmith Village

99 Border StEast Boston, MA 02128
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259 North St, Unit 2
$1,250
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$1,250

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$1,250
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259 North St, Unit 2

259 North StBoston, MA 02113
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102 W 3rd St, Unit 2
$1,275
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$1,275

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$1,275
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Oct 1

102 W 3rd St, Unit 2

102 W 3rd StBoston, MA 02127
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259 North St
$1,300
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$1,300

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$1,300
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259 North St

259 North StBoston, MA 02113
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259 North St, Unit 2B
$1,300
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$1,300

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$1,300
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259 North St, Unit 2B

259 North StBoston, MA 02113
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property at 16 5th St

16 5th St

ChelseaMA02150

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172 Bunker Hill St, Unit 1
$1,500
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$1,500

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$1,500
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

172 Bunker Hill St, Unit 1

172 Bunker Hill StBoston, MA 02129
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property at 21 5th St

21 5th St

ChelseaMA02150
property at 104 Beacon St

104 Beacon St

ChelseaMA02150
property at 14 Yeamans St

14 Yeamans St

RevereMA02151
property at 50 Salt St

50 Salt St

RevereMA02151

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23 Endicott Ave, Unit 1R
$1,745
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$1,745

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$1,745
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23 Endicott Ave, Unit 1R

23 Endicott AveRevere, MA 02151
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23 Endicott Ave
$1,745
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$1,745

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$1,745
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23 Endicott Ave

23 Endicott AveRevere, MA 02151
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property at 9 6th St

9 6th St

ChelseaMA02150
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163 Saratoga St, Unit 2
$1,800
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$1,800

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$1,800
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163 Saratoga St, Unit 2

163 Saratoga StBoston, MA 02128
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312 Shirley St
$1,800
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$1,800

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$1,800
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312 Shirley St

312 Shirley StWinthrop, MA 02152
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property at 720 Bennington St

720 Bennington St

BostonMA02128

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property at 36 Hawthorne St

36 Hawthorne St

ChelseaMA02150

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28 Decatur St
$1,900
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$1,900

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$1,900
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28 Decatur St

28 Decatur StBoston, MA 02128
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property at 10 Yeamans St

10 Yeamans St

RevereMA02151
property at 68 Main St

68 Main St

EverettMA02149

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43 Hancock St
$1,995
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$1,995

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1 Bedroom Apartment Available Oct 1

43 Hancock St

43 Hancock StEverett, MA 02149
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East Boston, MA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in East Boston, MA

Pricing Updated: 09/15/2025

Current apartment rentals in the East Boston, MA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for East Boston Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Eagle Hill$4,500$1,800290

Cheapest Available East Boston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in East Boston, MA is a 4 Beds unit found at 7INK in the Financial District neighborhood priced from $1,540. The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+ in the Kendall Square neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable East Boston apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
7INKCambria4BR,2BA$1,540
The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,700
The AnchorageStudio SpecialStudio,1BA$1,800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Boston, MA

As of September 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Boston area is the $0.21 price per square foot 54 S Russell St Model at 54 S Russell St, Unit 6 in the in the Financial District neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value East Boston apartment is the 58 S Russell St Model at 58 S Russell St, Unit 2 starting at $2,000 with a $0.20 price per square foot in the Financial District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Boston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
54 S Russell St, Unit 654 S Russell StStudio ,1BA$0.21
58 S Russell St, Unit 258 S Russell StStudio ,1BA$0.20
8 Curtis St, Unit 68 Curtis St1BR,1BA$0.20
48 Harvard St, Unit 348 Harvard St1BR,1BA$0.17
75 Division St, Unit 175 Division St1BR,1BA$0.20
3 Pembroke St, Unit D3 Pembroke St1BR,1BA$0.20
43 Anderson St, Unit 143 Anderson StStudio ,1BA$0.20
40 Anderson St, Unit 540 Anderson StStudio ,1BA$0.20
58 Anderson St, Unit 258 Anderson StStudio ,1BA$0.20
23 Endicott Ave23 Endicott Ave1BR,1BA$0.17

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East Boston Overview

Known for its picturesque views of both the Boston Harbor and the city skyline, East Boston is home to one of the largest airports in the area and many trendy restaurants and eclectic stores. You can enjoy the views and unique neighborhood in style from your apartment in East Boston.

Why live in East Boston, MA?

Residents of East Boston can enjoy the best of both worlds as the city is a mix of urban and suburban life. The downtown area is filled with an eclectic dining life, world-class shopping, cozy coffee shops, and a wide array of dining options. The public school system is above average in terms of college preparation, test scores, and social opportunities. There are plenty of job opportunities for both white-collar and blue-collar workers.á

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Getting Around East Boston, MA

Walk Score®

86 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

69 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

75 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Boston Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Boston?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Boston is at The Anchorage listed at $1,800.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Boston Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Boston Apartment is $1,700 at The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+.

What is the most affordable East Boston Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap East Boston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 7INK and starts from $1,642.

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