Cheap Homes for Rent in Metro West Neighborhood of Framingham, MA from $800 (49 Rentals)

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property at 153 Main St

153 Main St

MarlboroughMA01752
property at 145 Pleasant St

145 Pleasant St

MarlboroughMA01752
property at 100 Phelps St

100 Phelps St

MarlboroughMA01752
property at 40 Cochituate Rd

40 Cochituate Rd

FraminghamMA01701

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property at 4 Underwood Ct

4 Underwood Ct

WestboroughMA01581
property at 7 Spruce St

7 Spruce St

WalthamMA02453
property at 12 Colonial Village Dr

12 Colonial Village Dr

ArlingtonMA02474
property at 25 Ash St

25 Ash St, Unit 03

25 Ash St
WalthamMA02453
property at 17 Weld St

17 Weld St

FraminghamMA01702
property at 122 Burgess Ave

122 Burgess Ave

WestwoodMA02090

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property at 10 Main St

10 Main St

FraminghamMA01702
property at 275 Crescent St

275 Crescent St

WalthamMA02453
property at 110 Boston Post Rd E

110 Boston Post Rd E

MarlboroughMA01752
property at 64 Hollis St

64 Hollis St

FraminghamMA01702
property at 1325 Worcester Rd

1325 Worcester Rd

FraminghamMA01701

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28 Austin St
$1,940
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,580
Required Monthly Fees
$360

Total Monthly Price
$1,940
Studio Apartments Available May 14, 2026

28 Austin St

28 Austin StNewton, MA 02460
Furnished
property at 26 Walden Dr

26 Walden Dr

NatickMA01760
property at 175 Millwood St

175 Millwood St

FraminghamMA01701
property at 34 Walden Dr

34 Walden Dr

NatickMA01760
property at 14b Mayberry Dr

14b Mayberry Dr

WestboroughMA01581
property at 14 Hartwell St

14 Hartwell St

WalthamMA02453
property at 3 Waban St

3 Waban St, Unit 6

3 Waban St
WellesleyMA02482
property at 92 Milk St

92 Milk St

WestboroughMA01581

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property at 26 Main St

26 Main St

FraminghamMA01702
property at 141 High St

141 High St, Unit 1A

141 High St
WalthamMA02453
property at 31 Hilton St

31 Hilton St

FraminghamMA01702
property at 147 Turner Rd

147 Turner Rd

HollistonMA01746
property at 44 Burnap Rd

44 Burnap Rd

HollistonMA01746

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property at 55 David Terrace

55 David Terrace

NorwoodMA02062
property at 124 Bacon St

124 Bacon St, Unit B

124 Bacon St
WalthamMA02451

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 $1,175. Residences at Solomon Pond has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,467. 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$1,175
Residences at Solomon PondFurnished JR. Studio (Long Term 8+ Months)Studio,1BA$1,467
(55+ and Affordable)The Coolidge at SudburyType H1BR,1BA$1,595
The Green at 9 and 90E1BStudio,1BA$1,626
5 Concord CtUnit 62BR,1BA$1,650
Princeton Green ApartmentsBrightonStudio,1BA$1,719
Hamilton VillageA21BR,1BA$1,725

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Metro West, MA

As of December 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Metro West area is the $0.23 price per square foot 268 Grove St Model at 268 Grove St, Unit 2-A in the in the Wellesley Hills neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Metro West apartment is the 8 Mechanic St Model at 8 Mechanic St, Unit 1F starting at $2,300 with a $0.23 price per square foot in the Oak Hill 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.
268 Grove St, Unit 2-A268 Grove St1BR,1BA$0.23
8 Mechanic St, Unit 1F8 Mechanic St1BR,1BA$0.23
262 Lake Ave, Unit 3262 Lake Ave2BR,1BA$0.24
45 Wyman St, Unit 2C45 Wyman St1BR,1BA$0.24
33 Paul St, Unit 2033 Paul St1BR,1BA$0.25
200 Sumner St, Unit 2B200 Sumner St1BR,1BA$0.25
69 West St, Unit L369 West St2BR,1BA$0.27
53 Wyman St, Unit A-1153 Wyman St2BR,1BA$0.27
24 Whites Ave, Unit 6224 Whites Ave2BR,1BA$0.28
139 Edenfield Ave, Unit 1139 Edenfield Ave3BR,2BA$0.28

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Metro West, Framingham, MA

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

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4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Metro West

What type of rentals are currently available in Metro West?

There are currently 1311 Apartments for Rent in Metro West, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,175 to $14,279. There are also 614 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Metro West ranging from $830 to $22,500.

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 $830 to $22,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,895.

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 $1,950 to $14,279, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,500 to $8,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $830 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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