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616 Boston Post Rd E

147 Milk St

16B Mayberry Dr

61 Fairmount St, Unit 3

195 E Main St, Unit 82

190 Chestnut St, Unit 2

14 Mt Pleasant St, Unit 12
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915 Edgell Rd

151 Milk St

195 E Main St, Unit 85

160 W Main St, Unit 9

14B Mayberry Dr

487 Lincoln St, Unit 2

16A Mayberry Dr

1321 Worcester Rd
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Furnished Studio-Boston - Westborough - Connector Road

143 Chestnut St, Unit 2

760 Farm Rd, Unit 209

Furnished Studio-Boston - Westborough - Computer Dr.

175 Millwood St, Unit R1

143 Chestnut St, Unit 1

16 Stowe Rd

3-5 Milk St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Marlborough?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marlborough 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,253 | $1,800 | $6,200 |
| Marlborough 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,900 | $3,000 | $7,500 |
| Marlborough 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,050 | $4,400 | $7,500 |
| Marlborough 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,600 | $3,200 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Available Marlborough Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Marlborough, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Brook Village East in the Marlborough Junction neighborhood priced from $1,800. Wayside Apartments in the Metro West neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,815. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Marlborough apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Village East | Studio/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Wayside Apartments | Standard 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,815 |
| Princeton Green Apartments | Exeter | 1BR,1BA | $1,839 |
| 25 Connector | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Residences at Solomon Pond | Furnished JR. Studio (Long Term 8+ Months) | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Marlborough, MA
As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Marlborough area is the $2.82 price per square foot Hayden Model at Windsor Ridge at Westborough in the in the 495 South neighborhood starting from $3,405. The second greatest value Marlborough apartment is the Two Bedroom Two Bath (1096 SF) Model at Avana Marlborough starting at $2,938 with a $2.68 price per square foot in the Jefferson at Wheeler Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Marlborough apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor Ridge at Westborough | Hayden | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.82 |
| Avana Marlborough | Two Bedroom Two Bath (1096 SF) | 2BR,2BA | $2.68 |
| The Rockwell | AD1 | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.79 |
| 46 Grant St, Unit 1 | 46 Grant St | 2BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| 799 Farm Rd | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| The Retreat at Marlborough | One Bedroom One Bath (874 SF) | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| Heights at Marlborough | A2: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Wayside Apartments | Renovated 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Princeton Green Apartments | Exeter | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| Brook Village East | Studio/1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Marlborough?
There are currently 152 Apartments for Rent in Marlborough, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,400 to $12,073. There are also 61 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Marlborough ranging from $1,700 to $7,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Marlborough?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Marlborough ranges from $1,700 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,260.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Marlborough?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Marlborough range from $1,995 to $8,999, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,000 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,495.
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