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property at 78 Houghton St

$1,300

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$1,300

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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78 Houghton St, Unit 2

78 Houghton St
BostonMA02122

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property at 4 Westville St

$1,700

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$1,700

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$1,700

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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4 Westville St, Unit r

4 Westville St
BostonMA02124
property at 15 Seaverns Ave

$1,750

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$1,750

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$1,750

Studio, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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15 Seaverns Ave

BostonMA02130
property at 770 Cummins Hwy

$1,900

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$1,900

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$1,900

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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770 Cummins Hwy

BostonMA02126

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property at 55 Coleman St

$1,900

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$1,900

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$1,900

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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55 Coleman St

BostonMA02125
property at 21 Milton Ave

$1,900

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$1,900

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$1,900

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21 Milton Ave

BostonMA02124
property at 29 Green St

$1,995

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$1,995

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$1,995

Studio, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jul 1

29 Green St

BostonMA02130
property at 112 Amory St

$2,100

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$2,100

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$2,100

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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112 Amory St, Unit 1

112 Amory St
BostonMA02119
property at 656 Hyde Park Ave

$2,150

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$2,150

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$2,150

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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656 Hyde Park Ave

BostonMA02131
property at 135 Neponset Ave

$2,150

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$2,150

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$2,150

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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135 Neponset Ave

BostonMA02122
property at 10 Abbotsford St

$2,200

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$2,200

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$2,200

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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10 Abbotsford St, Unit 3

10 Abbotsford St
BostonMA02121

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Mattapan, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Mattapan, MA

Pricing Updated: 06/01/2026

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Wellington Hill$3,600$1,00026
Southern Mattapan$3,650$1,00045

Cheapest Available Mattapan Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

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. Nazing Court in the Roxbury neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,721. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mattapan apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Pryde – 62+ SENIORStudioStudio,1BA$1,483
Nazing Court1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,721
Stony Brook CommonsStudio AStudio,1BA$1,841
498 NorfolkSpacious and Sunny 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,025

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mattapan, MA and Nearby

As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mattapan area is the $0.25 price per square foot 74 Bailey St Model at 74 Bailey St, Unit #69 - #305 in the in the South Dorchester neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Mattapan apartment is the 617 Hyde Park Ave Model at 617 Hyde Park Ave, Unit 1 starting at $2,600 with a $0.26 price per square foot in the Mount Hope neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mattapan apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
74 Bailey St, Unit #69 - #30574 Bailey St1BR,1BA$0.25
617 Hyde Park Ave, Unit 1617 Hyde Park Ave2BR,1BA$0.26
39 Austin St, Unit 10439 Austin St1BR,1BA$0.32
16 Victory Rd, Unit 116 Victory Rd2BR,1BA$0.22
366 Centre St, Unit 3366 Centre St3BR,1BA$0.29
465 Arborway, Unit 13465 Arborway2BR,1BA$0.30
120 Washington St, Unit 5120 Washington StStudio ,1BA$0.21
8 Olmstead St, Unit #28 Olmstead St3BR,1BA$0.30
30 Mount Hope St, Unit 230 Mount Hope St3BR,1BA$0.29
949 Adams St, Unit 1949 Adams St2BR,1BA$0.28

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mattapan

What type of rentals are currently available in Mattapan?

There are currently 1301 Apartments for Rent in Mattapan, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,050 to $11,276. There are also 405 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mattapan ranging from $950 to $8,475.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mattapan?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mattapan ranges from $950 to $8,475 with an average monthly rent of $3,224.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mattapan?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mattapan range from $1,200 to $9,934, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,430 to $7,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $975 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,100.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.