Cheap Homes for Rent in Route 2 Neighborhood of Lexington, MA from $1,500 (87 Rentals)

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property at 226 Swanson Rd

226 Swanson Rd

BoxboroughMA01719
property at 52 Swanson Ct

52 Swanson Ct

BoxboroughMA01719
property at 196 Swanson Rd

196 Swanson Rd

BoxboroughMA01719
property at 300 Swanson Rd

300 Swanson Rd

BoxboroughMA01719
property at 209 Great Rd

209 Great Rd

ActonMA01720
property at 187 Great Rd

187 Great Rd

ActonMA01720
property at 206 North Rd

206 North Rd

SudburyMA01776
property at 25 Ash St

25 Ash St, Unit 03

25 Ash St
WalthamMA02453
property at 22 River St

22 River St, Unit 2

22 River St
HudsonMA01749

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property at 773 Massachusetts Ave

773 Massachusetts Ave

BoxboroughMA01719
property at 239 Ayer Rd

239 Ayer Rd

LittletonMA01460
property at 24 Spencer Rd

24 Spencer Rd

BoxboroughMA01719
property at 12 Colonial Village Dr

12 Colonial Village Dr

ArlingtonMA02474
property at 9 Davis Rd

9 Davis Rd

ActonMA01720
property at 147 Brown St

147 Brown St, Unit 2R

147 Brown St
WalthamMA02453
property at 121 Trapelo Rd

121 Trapelo Rd, Unit 21

121 Trapelo Rd
BelmontMA02478

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property at 1 Hallmark Gdns

1 Hallmark Gdns

BurlingtonMA01803
property at 537 King St

537 King St

LittletonMA01460
property at 10 Karen Cir

10 Karen Cir

BillericaMA01821
property at 9 Ryder St

9 Ryder St

ArlingtonMA02476
property at 14 Hartwell St

14 Hartwell St

WalthamMA02453
property at 1 Hallmark Gdns

1 Hallmark Gdns

BurlingtonMA01803

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property at 20 Center St

20 Center St

BurlingtonMA01803
property at 125 Trapelo Rd

125 Trapelo Rd

BelmontMA02478
property at 50 Spencer Rd

50 Spencer Rd

BoxboroughMA01719
property at 1 Mary's Wy

1 Mary's Wy

LincolnMA01773
property at 80 Robbins St

80 Robbins St

WalthamMA02453
property at 127 Trapelo Rd

127 Trapelo Rd

BelmontMA02478
property at 125 Trapelo Rd

125 Trapelo Rd, Unit 21

125 Trapelo Rd
BelmontMA02478
property at 124 Bacon St

124 Bacon St, Unit B

124 Bacon St
WalthamMA02451

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property at 2 Town House Ln

2 Town House Ln

ActonMA01720
property at 11 Fitchburg Rd

11 Fitchburg Rd

AyerMA01432
property at 240 Crescent St

240 Crescent St

WalthamMA02453
property at 20 Corporate Dr

20 Corporate Dr

BurlingtonMA01803

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Route 2, Lexington, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Route 2 Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Route 2 area of Lexington, MA is a Studio unit found at Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term priced from $1,175. The Willows 55+ Community has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here are the most affordable Route 2 apartments for rent in Lexington, MA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short TermFurnished StudioStudio,1BA$1,175
The Willows 55+ CommunityType DStudio,1BA$1,550
(55+ and Affordable)The Coolidge at SudburyOne Bedroom (Coolidge Two)1BR,1BA$1,595
Elizabeth Brook Apartments1 Bedroom 60%1BR,1BA$1,610
Iris Court ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,695
Littleton Lyne Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,750
Spring Hill Commons3441M110S1BR,1BA$1,799

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Route 2, MA

As of November 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Route 2 area is the $0.20 price per square foot 93 Cushing St Model at 93 Cushing St, Unit 001 in the in the Nonantum neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Route 2 apartment is the 24 Whites Ave Model at 24 Whites Ave, Unit 62 starting at $2,800 with a $0.28 price per square foot in the Strawberry Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Route 2 apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
93 Cushing St, Unit 00193 Cushing St1BR,1BA$0.20
24 Whites Ave, Unit 6224 Whites Ave2BR,1BA$0.28
6 Swetts Ct, Unit 16 Swetts Ct4BR,1.5BA$0.37
141 Edenfield Ave, Unit 1141 Edenfield Ave3BR,2BA$0.34
139 Edenfield Ave, Unit 1139 Edenfield Ave3BR,2BA$0.32
74 Chapel St, Unit 7474 Chapel St5BR,3.5BA$0.51
19 Banks St, Unit #119 Banks St3BR,2BA$0.38
26 Maple St, Unit 426 Maple St3BR,1BA$0.28
532 Belmont St, Unit #24532 Belmont St1BR,1BA$0.26
149 Crescent St, Unit 302149 Crescent St2BR,1BA$0.29

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Route 2, Lexington, MA

Ranked #12

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Route 2

What type of rentals are currently available in Route 2?

There are currently 827 Apartments for Rent in Route 2, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,175 to $11,609. There are also 471 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Route 2 ranging from $1,500 to $40,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Route 2?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Route 2 ranges from $1,500 to $40,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,034.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Route 2?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Route 2 range from $2,405 to $6,252, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,500 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,750 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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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