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Mattapan, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Mattapan, MA

Pricing Updated: 06/14/2025

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$3,450$2,50021
Southern Mattapan$5,000$2,29560

Cheapest Available Mattapan Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Mattapan, MA is a Studio unit found at Stony Brook Commons in the Brush Hill neighborhood priced from $1,734. Stony Brook Village in the Brush Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,752. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mattapan apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Stony Brook CommonsStudio AStudio,1BA$1,734
Stony Brook VillageOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,752
Nazing Court2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2,032
1943 DOT AveStudioStudio,1BA$2,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mattapan, MA and Nearby

As of June 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mattapan area is the $0.25 price per square foot 67 Boylston St Model at 67 Boylston St, Unit 726 in the in the Jamaica Central 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.
67 Boylston St, Unit 72667 Boylston StStudio ,1BA$0.25
617 Hyde Park Ave, Unit 1617 Hyde Park Ave2BR,1BA$0.26
16 Victory Rd, Unit 116 Victory Rd2BR,1BA$0.22
311 Hyde Park Ave, Unit #3311 Hyde Park Ave2BR,1BA$0.25
439 Walnut Ave, Unit 3439 Walnut Ave2BR,1BA$0.25
120 Washington St, Unit 5120 Washington StStudio ,1BA$0.21
6 Woodlawn St, Unit 36 Woodlawn St2BR,1BA$0.25
265 Park St, Unit 1265 Park St2BR,1BA$0.25
135 Washington St, Unit 4135 Washington StStudio ,1BA$0.21
135 Washington St, Unit 4135 Washington StStudio ,1BA$0.21

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mattapan

What type of rentals are currently available in Mattapan?

There are currently 1636 Apartments for Rent in Mattapan, MA with pricing that ranges from $900 to $8,500. There are also 854 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mattapan ranging from $1,200 to $9,500.

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 $1,200 to $9,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,153.

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 $1,125 to $6,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,600 to $7,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,000.

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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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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.