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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lexington, MA from $1,200 (35 Rentals)
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$1,200 - $2,950
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now840-846 Massachusetts Ave
840 Massachusetts AveArlington, MA 02476
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 4Brattle Drive Apartments
0-12 Brattle DrArlington, MA 02474
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$1,660 - $2,225
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityLord Baron Apartments
8 Baron Park LnBurlington, MA 01803
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7 Old Colony Ln
ArlingtonMA02476
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowOld Colony Apartments
1-17 Old Colony LnArlington, MA 02476
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$2,000
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57 Prospect St, Unit 57 Prospect St Apt. B
57 Prospect StWatertown, MA 02472
10 Beaver Brook Rd
WalthamMA02452
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109 Trapelo Rd
WalthamMA02452
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$2,050
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11 Brattle St, Unit apt 3
11 Brattle StArlington, MA 02476
85 Trapelo Rd
WalthamMA02452
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4 Old Colony Ln
ArlingtonMA02476
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Waltham Overlook
15 Dolores AveWaltham, MA 02452
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$2,195 - $3,295
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTudor Glen Village
111 Locust StWoburn, MA 01801
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4 Colonial Village Dr, Unit 4
4 Colonial Village DrArlington, MA 02474
146 Hibbert St
ArlingtonMA02476
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 12898 Massachusetts Ave
898 Massachusetts AveArlington, MA 02476
8 Menotomy Rd
ArlingtonMA02476
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$2,219
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Studio Apartments Available NowFurnished Studio-Boston - Burlington
40 South AveBurlington, MA 01803
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 15GlenBrook Estates
200 Bedford RdWoburn, MA 01801
50 Cambridge Rd
WoburnMA01801
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The Artemis at Arlington Heights
1163 Massachusetts AveArlington, MA 02476
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Lexington, MA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lexington?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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| Cheap Lexington Studio Apartments | $2,236 | $1,200 | $3,111 |
| Cheap Lexington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,813 | $1,900 | $3,761 |
| Cheap Lexington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,510 | $2,195 | $5,310 |
| Cheap Lexington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,991 | $2,600 | $5,523 |
| Cheap Lexington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,000 | $4,000 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lexington, MA
Pricing Updated: 10/31/2025Current apartment rentals in the Lexington, 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 Lexington Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Downtown Lexington | $4,000 | $2,200 | 22 |
| Route 2 | $7,100 | $1,175 | 727 |
Cheapest Available Lexington Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Lexington, MA is a Studio unit found at 840-846 Massachusetts Ave in the Arlington Center neighborhood priced from $1,200. Old Colony Apartments in the Rock Meadow neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lexington apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| 840-846 Massachusetts Ave | 840 - Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Old Colony Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| Brookside Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| Tudor Glen Village | The Cherry | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| J.E. Furnished Apartments of Waltham | Furnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,325 |
| Shaker Glen Village | Elm | 2BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Sanctuary Winchester West | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2,437 |
| Windsor Village at Waltham | The Dartmouth | 1BR,1BA | $2,480 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lexington, MA
As of October 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lexington area is the $0.33 price per square foot 48 Moulton Rd Model at 48 Moulton Rd, Unit 2 in the in the Rock Meadow neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Lexington apartment is the 18 Moulton Rd Model at 18 Moulton Rd, Unit 2 starting at $2,600 with a $1.92 price per square foot in the Rock Meadow neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lexington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 48 Moulton Rd, Unit 2 | 48 Moulton Rd | 3BR,2BA | $0.33 |
| 18 Moulton Rd, Unit 2 | 18 Moulton Rd | 3BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| 31 Captain Parker Arms, Unit 2 | 31 Captain Parker Arms | 3BR,2BA | $3.08 |
| 25 Laurel St, Unit 25 Laurel St. | 25 Laurel St | 2BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Windsor Village at Waltham | The Faneuil | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.12 |
| Battle Green Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.85 |
| Shaker Glen Village | Elm | 2BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Tudor Glen Village | The Cherry | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| 840-846 Massachusetts Ave | 846 - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.72 |
| Brookside Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
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Walk Score®
50 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
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56 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
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26 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lexington Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lexington?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lexington is under $2,480.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lexington?
The cheapest apartment in Lexington is 840-846 Massachusetts Ave which is listed at $1,900, while the average apartment in Lexington costs $5,550.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lexington?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 109 regular apartments in Lexington that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Lexington?
Cheap apartments in Lexington have an average cost of $414 which is $5,136 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lexington.
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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