Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Mattapan, MA from $900 (34 Rentals)

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480 Norfolk
1 Bedroom Apartments

480 Norfolk

480-498 Norfolk StMattapan, MA 02126
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430 River
1 Bedroom Apartments

430 River

430 River StMattapan, MA 02126

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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UE Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

UE Apartments

1989-2014 Columbus AveRoxbury, MA 02119
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Treadmark 2.0
1 Bedroom Apartments

Treadmark 2.0

1971-1977 Dorchester AveBoston, MA 02124
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80 Richmond St.
1 Bedroom Apartments

80 Richmond St.

80 Richmond StDorchester, MA 02124
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605 Truman Hwy
1 Bedroom Apartments

605 Truman Hwy

605 Truman HwyHyde Park, MA 02136
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1045 River
1 Bedroom Apartments

1045 River

1037-1045 River StHyde Park, MA 02136
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Westminster Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Westminster Court

30-108 Westminster CtRoxbury, MA 02119
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Wilshire
1 Bedroom Apartments

Wilshire

49-51 Cheney StBoston, MA 02121
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Latin Academy I
1 Bedroom Apartments

Latin Academy I

380 Talbot AveBoston, MA 02124
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3193 Washington St
1 Bedroom Apartments

3193 Washington St

3193 Washington StJamaica Plain, MA 02130

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Getting Around Mattapan, MA

Walk Score®

74 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

63 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

64 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mattapan Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Mattapan?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mattapan is under $2,200.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mattapan?

The cheapest apartment in Mattapan is Stony Brook Village which is listed at $1,752, while the average apartment in Mattapan costs $6,141.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mattapan?

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 50 regular apartments in Mattapan 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 Mattapan?

Cheap apartments in Mattapan have an average cost of $363 which is $5,778 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mattapan.

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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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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.