
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mattapan, MA from $900 (33 Rentals)
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110 Greenbrier St

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21 Granfield Ave, Unit 1

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805 Blue Hill Ave, Unit 3

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43 Iffley Rd, Unit 1

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33 Poplar St, Unit 1R

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19 Archdale Rd, Unit B

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15 Centervale Park, Unit #1
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The Pryde – 62+ SENIOR

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Egleston Crossing

1201 River St

Logan Square Residences - 55+ Community

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34 Linden St, Unit 20

Stony Brook Commons
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6 St Mark St, Unit A

Stony Brook Village

343 Ashmont St

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11 Lincoln St, Unit 2

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216 South St, Unit B

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1943 DOT Ave
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Mattapan, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mattapan?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Mattapan Studio Apartments | $2,315 | $1,100 | $3,410 |
| Cheap Mattapan 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,488 | $920 | $3,666 |
| Cheap Mattapan 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,972 | $1,951 | $4,467 |
| Cheap Mattapan 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,411 | $1,000 | $5,500 |
| Cheap Mattapan 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,375 | $2,600 | $6,950 |
| Mattapan 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,300 | $1,250 | $5,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Mattapan, MA
Pricing Updated: 11/28/2025Current apartment rentals in the Mattapan, MA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Mattapan Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wellington Hill | $4,400 | $1,000 | 68 |
| Southern Mattapan | $5,000 | $2,000 | 113 |
Cheapest Available Mattapan Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mattapan, MA is a Studio unit found at The Pryde – 62+ SENIOR in the Brush Hill neighborhood priced from $1,483. Logan Square Residences - 55+ Community in the Brush Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,530. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mattapan apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pryde – 62+ SENIOR | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,483 |
| Logan Square Residences - 55+ Community | One Bedroom 50% | 1BR,1BA | $1,530 |
| Stony Brook Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,777 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mattapan, MA
As of November 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mattapan area is the $0.24 price per square foot 17 Bow St Model at 17 Bow St, Unit 14 in the in the Brush Hill neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Mattapan apartment is the 74 Bailey St Model at 74 Bailey St, Unit #69 - #305 starting at $2,500 with a $0.25 price per square foot in the South Dorchester neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mattapan apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 17 Bow St, Unit 14 | 17 Bow St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 74 Bailey St, Unit #69 - #305 | 74 Bailey St | 1BR,1BA | $0.25 |
| 617 Hyde Park Ave, Unit 1 | 617 Hyde Park Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.26 |
| 16 Victory Rd, Unit 1 | 16 Victory Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.22 |
| 22 School St, Unit 1 | 22 School St | 2BR,1BA | $0.28 |
| 8 Olmstead St, Unit #2 | 8 Olmstead St | 3BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 11 Allston St, Unit 3 | 11 Allston St | 1BR,1BA | $0.25 |
| 250 Norwell St, Unit 1 | 250 Norwell St | 2BR,1BA | $0.27 |
| 9 Kerwin St, Unit 2 | 9 Kerwin St | 3BR,1BA | $0.33 |
| 15 Centervale Park, Unit #1 | 15 Centervale Park | 5BR,2BA | $0.13 |
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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
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 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 $1,777.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mattapan?
The cheapest apartment in Mattapan is Logan Square Residences - 55+ Community which is listed at $1,530, while the average apartment in Mattapan costs $4,700.
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 16 regular apartments in Mattapan that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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