Cheap Apartments for Rent in East Boston, MA from $900 (112 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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The Bennington
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Bennington

917 Bennington StEast Boston, MA 02128
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Broadway250
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$1,393 - $4,017

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Base Rent$1,393 - $4,017

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Broadway250

250 BroadwayRevere, MA 02151
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property at 16 5th St
$1,495 - $1,550

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Base Rent$1,495

Total Monthly Price$1,495
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16 5th St

ChelseaMA02150
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96 Webster Ave
$1,500 - $3,600

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Base Rent$1,500 - $3,600

Total Monthly Price$1,500 - $3,600
12 Month Lease Term
4 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

96 Webster Ave

96 Webster AveChelsea, MA 02150
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property at 21 5th St
$1,495 - $1,550

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Base Rent$1,550

Total Monthly Price$1,550
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21 5th St

ChelseaMA02150

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property at 9 6th St
$1,750 - $1,795

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Base Rent$1,750

Total Monthly Price$1,750
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9 6th St

ChelseaMA02150
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The Abby
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$1,795 - $2,995

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Base Rent$1,795 - $2,995

Total Monthly Price$1,795 - $2,995
12 Month Lease Term
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Abby

91 Veterans RdWinthrop, MA 02152
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property at 43 Gledhill Ave
$1,800

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Base Rent$1,800

Total Monthly Price$1,800
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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43 Gledhill Ave

EverettMA02149
property at 20 Washington Ave
$1,800

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Base Rent$1,800

Total Monthly Price$1,800
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20 Washington Ave

ChelseaMA02150
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30 Mount Vernon St, Unit 2
$1,800

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Base Rent$1,800

Total Monthly Price$1,800
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

30 Mount Vernon St, Unit 2

30 Mount Vernon StBoston, MA 02108
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property at 95 Orange St
$1,825

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Base Rent$1,825

Total Monthly Price$1,825
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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95 Orange St

ChelseaMA02150

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property at 88 Broadway
$1,900

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Base Rent$1,900

Total Monthly Price$1,900
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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88 Broadway

ChelseaMA02150
property at 781 Winthrop Ave
$1,900 - $2,300

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Base Rent$1,900

Total Monthly Price$1,900
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781 Winthrop Ave

RevereMA02151
property at 134 Princeton St
$1,950

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Base Rent$1,950

Total Monthly Price$1,950
Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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134 Princeton St

BostonMA02128
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50 Moore St, Unit 1R
$1,950

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Base Rent$1,950

Total Monthly Price$1,950
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Oct 1

50 Moore St, Unit 1R

50 Moore StWinthrop, MA 02152
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property at 311 Elm St
$1,950 - $2,100

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Base Rent$1,950

Total Monthly Price$1,950
Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals
Available Oct 1
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311 Elm St

EverettMA02149
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333 Washington St, Unit 1
$1,995

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Base Rent$1,995

Total Monthly Price$1,995
12 Month Lease Term
2 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

333 Washington St, Unit 1

333 Washington StBoston, MA 02108
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property at 23 Division St
$1,995

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Base Rent$1,995

Total Monthly Price$1,995
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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23 Division St

ChelseaMA02150

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property at 14 Pearl St
$2,000

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Base Rent$2,000

Total Monthly Price$2,000
Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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14 Pearl St

BostonMA02129
property at 108 Washington Ave
$2,000

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,000

Total Monthly Price$2,000
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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108 Washington Ave

ChelseaMA02150
property at 44-46 Summer St
$2,000

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Base Rent$2,000

Total Monthly Price$2,000
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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44-46 Summer St

EverettMA02149
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38 Williams St, Unit 38 Williams
$2,000

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Base Rent$2,000

Total Monthly Price$2,000
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

38 Williams St, Unit 38 Williams

38 Williams StChelsea, MA 02150
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80 West Cedar St
$2,000 - $2,350

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Base Rent$2,000 - $2,350

Total Monthly Price$2,000 - $2,350
12 Month Lease Term
Studio Apartment Available Now

80 West Cedar St

80 West Cedar StBoston, MA 02114
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property at 53 Linden St
$2,000

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Base Rent$2,000

Total Monthly Price$2,000
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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53 Linden St

EverettMA02149

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in East Boston, MA

Pricing Updated: 09/08/2026

Current apartment rentals in the East Boston, MA area range in price from $1,225 to $7,459 with an overall median price of $2,950. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for East Boston Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Eagle Hill$2,950$1,225125

Cheapest Available East Boston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in East Boston, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+ in the Kendall Square neighborhood priced from $1,700. 10 Yeamans St in the West Revere neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable East Boston apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,700
10 Yeamans St0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,750
The AbbyStudioStudio,1BA$1,795
Shirley Ventures, LLCResidential StudiosStudio,1BA$1,850
Pratt Place Apartments1 Bedroom, 1st Floor1BR,1BA$1,869

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Boston, MA

As of September 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Boston area is the $0.17 price per square foot 48 Harvard St Model at 48 Harvard St, Unit 3 in the in the Ferryway neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value East Boston apartment is the 333 Washington St Model at 333 Washington St, Unit 1 starting at $1,995 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.
48 Harvard St, Unit 348 Harvard St1BR,1BA$0.17
333 Washington St, Unit 1333 Washington St2BR,1BA$0.20
20 Cooper St, Unit 220 Cooper StStudio ,1BA$0.20
26 Charter St, Unit 226 Charter St1BR,1BA$0.21
54 S Russell St, Unit 654 S Russell StStudio ,1BA$0.21
58 S Russell St, Unit 258 S Russell StStudio ,1BA$0.21
50 S Russell St50 S Russell StStudio ,1BA$0.21
70 Pinckney St70 Pinckney StStudio ,1BA$0.22
206 Princeton St, Unit 3206 Princeton St1BR,1BA$0.22
42 S Russell St, Unit 342 S Russell StStudio ,1BA$0.23

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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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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 10 Yeamans St listed at $1,750.

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 lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Boston Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Boston is starting from $2,050 at 31 Elmwood St.

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 $1,875.

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