Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Lexington Neighborhood of Lexington, MA from $1,200 (21 Rentals)
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840-846 Massachusetts Ave

Brattle Drive Apartments

Old Colony Apartments
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11 Brattle St, Unit apt 3

119 Pleasant St

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Waltham Overlook

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4 Colonial Village Dr, Unit 4

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12 Belknap Street, Unit 1

898 Massachusetts Ave
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The Artemis at Arlington Heights

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10 Pine St, Unit 2

Sanctuary Winchester West

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Windsor Village at Waltham

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17 Columbus Rd

12 Colonial Village Dr

3 Colonial Village Dr
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East Lexington, Lexington, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Lexington?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Lexington Studio Apartments | $1,963 | $1,200 | $2,706 |
| East Lexington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,668 | $1,900 | $3,588 |
| East Lexington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,458 | $2,200 | $5,055 |
| East Lexington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,680 | $2,600 | $5,504 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Lexington Neighborhood of Lexington, MA.
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Cheapest Available East Lexington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Lexington area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at 840-846 Massachusetts Ave priced from $1,200. Old Colony Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here are the most affordable East Lexington apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 840-846 Massachusetts Ave | 840 - Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Old Colony Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| Brattle Drive Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| 119 Pleasant St | Studios | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
| The Artemis at Arlington Heights | S1A | Studio,1BA | $2,252 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Lexington, MA
As of November 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the East 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 East 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 East 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 | $3.09 |
| 12 Belknap Street, Unit 1 | 12 Belknap Street | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 50 Marion Rd, Unit 1 | 50 Marion Rd | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| 13 Higgins St, Unit 1 | 13 Higgins St | 2BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| Brattle Drive Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| 840-846 Massachusetts Ave | 846 - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.72 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Lexington, Lexington, MA
Ranked #3
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the East Lexington Neighborhood in Lexington, MA
Walk Score®
58 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
55 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
28 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Lexington Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Lexington?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Lexington is at 840-846 Massachusetts Ave listed at $1,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Lexington Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Lexington Apartment is $1,900 at 840-846 Massachusetts Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Lexington Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Lexington is starting from $2,600 at Old Colony Apartments.
What is the most affordable East Lexington Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Lexington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Windsor Village at Waltham and starts from $3,135.
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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