Cheap Homes for Rent in Metro West Neighborhood of Framingham, MA from $800 (44 Rentals)

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property at 45 Devens St

45 Devens St

MarlboroughMA01752
property at 28 Hale St

28 Hale St, Unit 2

28 Hale St
NewtonMA02464
property at 69 Stuart St

69 Stuart St, Unit Room D

69 Stuart St
WatertownMA02472
property at 4 Hilltop Dr

4 Hilltop Dr, Unit 1

4 Hilltop Dr
SouthboroughMA01745
property at 101 Adeline Rd

101 Adeline Rd, Unit ROOM

101 Adeline Rd
NewtonMA02459

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property at 25 Ash St

25 Ash St, Unit 03

25 Ash St
WalthamMA02453

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property at 4 Underwood Ct

4 Underwood Ct

WestboroughMA01581
property at 46 Cochituate Rd

46 Cochituate Rd

FraminghamMA01701

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property at 915 Edgell Rd

915 Edgell Rd

FraminghamMA01701
property at 1323 Worcester Rd

1323 Worcester Rd, Unit E7

1323 Worcester Rd
FraminghamMA01701

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property at 64 Hollis St

64 Hollis St

FraminghamMA01702
property at 147 Brown St

147 Brown St, Unit 2R

147 Brown St
WalthamMA02453

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property at 122 Burgess Ave

122 Burgess Ave

WestwoodMA02090

Metro West, Framingham, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Metro West Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Metro West area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term priced from $1,150. Residences at Solomon Pond has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here are the most affordable Metro West apartments for rent in Boston, MA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short TermFurnished StudioStudio,1BA$1,150
Residences at Solomon PondFurnished JR. Studio (Long Term 8+ Months)Studio,1BA$1,600
The Green at 9 and 90E1BStudio,1BA$1,603
Elizabeth Brook Apartments1 Bedroom 60%1BR,1BA$1,610
799 Farm Road in MarlboroStudioStudio,1BA$1,750
Princeton Green ApartmentsBrightonStudio,1BA$1,759

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Metro West, MA

As of August 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Metro West area is the $0.32 price per square foot 113 Highland Ave Model at 113 Highland Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Rock Meadow neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Metro West apartment is the 111 Highland Ave Model at 111 Highland Ave, Unit 1 starting at $3,200 with a $0.32 price per square foot in the Rock Meadow neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Metro West apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
113 Highland Ave, Unit 1113 Highland Ave2BR,1BA$0.32
111 Highland Ave, Unit 1111 Highland Ave2BR,1BA$0.32
500 Centre St, Unit #304500 Centre St2BR,2BA$0.27
262 Lake Ave, Unit 3262 Lake Ave2BR,1BA$0.24
18 Plimpton Ave, Unit 418 Plimpton Ave4BR,1.5BA$0.30
18 Plimpton Ave, Unit 218 Plimpton Ave4BR,1.5BA$0.30
18 Plimpton Ave, Unit 218 Plimpton Ave4BR,1.5BA$0.30
18 Plimpton Ave, Unit 218 Plimpton Ave4BR,1.5BA$0.30
18 Plimpton Ave, Unit 218 Plimpton Ave4BR,1.5BA$0.30
18 Plimpton Ave, Unit 218 Plimpton Ave4BR,1.5BA$0.30

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Metro West, Framingham, MA

Ranked #11

Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Metro West

What type of rentals are currently available in Metro West?

There are currently 1467 Apartments for Rent in Metro West, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $23,663. There are also 853 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Metro West ranging from $850 to $30,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Metro West?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Metro West ranges from $850 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,876.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Metro West?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Metro West range from $2,400 to $19,445, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $8,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,900.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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