
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Metro West Neighborhood of Framingham, MA from $900 (49 Rentals)
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1011 Washington St

73 Hathaway Cir

Room in Shared 5 bed/2.5 bath home in Newton Corner, Unit B

Room in Shared 5 bed/2.5 bath home in Newton Corner, Unit C

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in Newton Corner, Unit A

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in Newton Corner, Unit C

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in Newton Corner, Unit D

39 Newton St, Unit 01752
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724 Water St

32 W Main St

32 W Main St, Unit 2

149 Milk St

388 Old Connecticut Path

1321 Worcester Rd, Unit 507

195 E Main St, Unit 63

23 Hilton St

616 Boston Post Rd E
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154 2nd St

25 Ash St, Unit 03

64 Hollis St, Unit 7

64 Hollis St

16B Mayberry Dr

190 Chestnut St, Unit 2

9 Weld St

22-26-26 Waltham St

2 Sudbury Ct, Unit 5
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165 Main St, Unit 6

55 Queens Way, Unit 6

70 Queens Way, Unit 6

50 Village Brook Ln

915 Edgell Rd

135 Winthrop St, Unit 135 Winthrop Street

195 E Main St, Unit 85

16a Mayberry Dr, Unit 11

9 Weld St
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135 Winthrop St

49 Windsor Dr

255 Worthen Rd E

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28 Austin St, Unit SI FL2-ID976

147 Brown St, Unit 2R

46 Cochituate Rd

147 Turner Rd

145 Franklin St, Unit 2R

144 School St, Unit 2
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487 Lincoln St, Unit 2

1321 Worcester Rd

48 Dennison Ave, Unit #3

147 Turner Rd, Unit 92
Metro West, Framingham, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Metro West?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro West 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,160 | $2,035 | $10,000+ |
| Metro West 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,958 | $2,500 | $9,650 |
| Metro West 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,315 | $1,125 | $10,000+ |
| Metro West 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,079 | $975 | $10,000+ |
| Metro West 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,167 | $4,795 | $10,000+ |
| Metro West 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,833 | $8,000 | $9,500 |
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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 $1,200. The Green at 9 and 90 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,504. Here are the most affordable Metro West apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term | Furnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| The Green at 9 and 90 | E1B | Studio,1BA | $1,504 |
| GRANT COMPLEX FRAMINGHAM MA LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| The Point at Waltham | S1 (Income Restricted) | Studio,1BA | $1,648 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Metro West, MA
As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Metro West area is the $0.22 price per square foot 170 Adams St Model at 170 Adams St, Unit Adams St. Newton in the in the Newton Centre neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Metro West apartment is the 975 Chestnut St Model at 975 Chestnut St, Unit #2 starting at $2,300 with a $0.23 price per square foot in the Wellesley Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Metro West apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 170 Adams St, Unit Adams St. Newton | 170 Adams St | 1BR,1BA | $0.22 |
| 975 Chestnut St, Unit #2 | 975 Chestnut St | 2BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 8 Homer St | 8 Homer St | 3BR,1BA | $0.28 |
| 84 Walker St, Unit 2 | 84 Walker St | 3BR,1BA | $0.39 |
| 50 Carleton St | 50 Carleton St | 4BR,2BA | $0.40 |
| 984 Chestnut St, Unit 2 | 984 Chestnut St | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.60 |
| 34 West St, Unit 34 West St | 34 West St | 3BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 24 Paul Revere Rd, Unit 2 | 24 Paul Revere Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.73 |
| 19 Vernon St, Unit 19-2 Vernon Street | 19 Vernon St | 2BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| 13 Morse St, Unit 13 Morse street | 13 Morse St | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Metro West
What type of rentals are currently available in Metro West?
There are currently 1263 Apartments for Rent in Metro West, MA with pricing that ranges from $925 to $21,890. There are also 653 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Metro West ranging from $900 to $32,000.
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 $900 to $32,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,311.
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 $1,800 to $18,392, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,500 to $9,650. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,125 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $950.
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