
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Lexington Neighborhood of Lexington, MA from $1,100 (42 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the East Lexington area of Lexington.


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7 Bedford St, Unit Bedford St, Unit Bedford St

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44 Lawrence Ln, Unit 1 Bedroom Apartment, Unit 1 Bedroom Apartment

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Avalon at Lexington Hills

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Avalon at Lexington

8 Captain Parker Arms, Unit 14

8 Captain Parker Arms, Unit 2

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1011 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 3-room2, Unit 3-room2
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Old Colony Apartments

Brattle Drive Apartments

4 Brattle Dr, Unit 3

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49 Jacqueline Rd, Unit 6, Unit 6

11 Brattle Dr, Unit 5

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Waltham Overlook

0 Brattle Dr, Unit 6

898 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 45
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898 Massachusetts Ave, Unit #42

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26 Grove St, Unit 12, Unit 12

8 Brattle Dr, Unit 5

0 Brattle Dr, Unit 10

898 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 33

2 Brattle Dr, Unit 7

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102 Main St, Unit B, Unit B

8 Brattle Dr, Unit 2
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840-846 Massachusetts Ave

163 Summer St, Unit 23

174 Summer St

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The Legacy at Arlington Center

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88 Park Ave, Unit 308, Unit 308

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88 Park Ave, Unit 208, Unit 208

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The Artemis at Arlington Heights

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1000 Lexington St, Unit 36, Unit 36
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The Ridge

10 Fessenden Rd, Unit 2

Sanctuary Winchester West

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Arlington 360

92 Sylvia St, Unit 2

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Brigham Square Apartments

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165 Radcliffe Rd, Unit #169, Unit #169

12 Colonial Village Dr
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1 Colonial Village Dr

11 Woodbury St
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 | $2,160 | $1,750 | $2,825 |
| East Lexington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,730 | $1,110 | $5,631 |
| East Lexington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,805 | $2,200 | $7,227 |
| East Lexington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,548 | $3,100 | $7,650 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 42 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 Old Colony Apartments priced from $1,750. Brattle Drive Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable East Lexington apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Colony Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| Brattle Drive Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| Waltham Overlook | A1AF | 1BR,1BA | $2,165 |
| 840-846 Massachusetts Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,300 |
| 174 Summer St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,575 |
| The Ridge | 1 Bed/1 Bath-A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,795 |
| The Artemis at Arlington Heights | S1A | Studio,1BA | $2,825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Lexington, MA
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Lexington area is the $2.18 price per square foot 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom Flat Model at The Legacy at Arlington Center in the in the East Arlington neighborhood starting from $3,700. The second greatest value East Lexington apartment is the 102 Main St Model at 102 Main St, Unit B starting at $2,295 with a $1.91 price per square foot in the Walnut Hill 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Legacy at Arlington Center | 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom Flat | 2BR,2BA | $2.18 |
| 102 Main St, Unit B | 102 Main St | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| 840-846 Massachusetts Ave | 846 - 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.59 |
| 165 Radcliffe Rd, Unit #169 | 165 Radcliffe Rd | 2BR,2BA | $3.90 |
| 1000 Lexington St, Unit 36 | 1000 Lexington St | 2BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| Brigham Square Apartments | Arlington | 1BR,1BA | $3.90 |
| 174 Summer St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| Arlington 360 | A1.2R | 1BR,1BA | $3.67 |
| The Ridge | 1 Bed/1 Bath-A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| 7 Bedford St, Unit Bedford St | 7 Bedford St | Studio ,1BA | $3.27 |
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 Old Colony Apartments listed at $1,750.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Lexington Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Lexington Apartment is $2,000 at Old Colony Apartments.
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 $2,300 at Old Colony Apartments.
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