
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southern Mattapan Neighborhood of Mattapan, MA from $900 (17 Rentals)
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Southern Mattapan, Mattapan, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southern Mattapan?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Southern Mattapan Studio Apartments | $2,299 | $2,230 | $2,433 |
Southern Mattapan 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,685 | $900 | $3,570 |
Southern Mattapan 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,008 | $2,200 | $5,200 |
Southern Mattapan 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,326 | $2,450 | $4,800 |
Southern Mattapan 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,941 | $2,995 | $5,200 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southern Mattapan Neighborhood of Mattapan, MA.
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Cheapest Available Southern Mattapan Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southern Mattapan area of Mattapan, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at 480 Norfolk priced from $2,050. 430 River has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,100. Here are the most affordable Southern Mattapan apartments for rent in Mattapan, MA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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480 Norfolk | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
430 River | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
Morton Village | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,325 |
Schoolhouse at Lower Mills | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,475 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southern Mattapan, MA
As of July 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southern Mattapan area is the $0.32 price per square foot 230 Fuller St Model at 230 Fuller St, Unit A in the in the South Dorchester neighborhood starting from $3,150. The second greatest value Southern Mattapan apartment is the 81 Ballou Ave Model at 81 Ballou Ave starting at $3,650 with a $0.37 price per square foot in the South Dorchester neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southern Mattapan apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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230 Fuller St, Unit A | 230 Fuller St | 4BR,2BA | $0.32 |
81 Ballou Ave | 81 Ballou Ave | 3BR,2BA | $0.37 |
11 Meadowbank Ave, Unit 2 | 11 Meadowbank Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
609 Morton St, Unit 609 Morton St 2nd Fl | 609 Morton St | 4BR,1BA | $2.31 |
16 Alicia Rd, Unit 2 | 16 Alicia Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
79 Ballou Ave, Unit 1 | 79 Ballou Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.73 |
43 Oakridge St, Unit 2 | 43 Oakridge St | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
120 Capen St, Unit 1 | 120 Capen St | 3BR,1BA | $2.21 |
76 Radcliffe Rd, Unit 2 | 76 Radcliffe Rd | 3BR,1BA | $2.21 |
156 Callender St, Unit 1 | 156 Callender St | 3BR,1BA | $2.23 |
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Getting Around the Southern Mattapan Neighborhood in Mattapan, MA
Walk Score®
69 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
58 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
65 / 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 Southern Mattapan Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southern Mattapan Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southern Mattapan Apartment is $2,050 at 480 Norfolk.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southern Mattapan Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southern Mattapan is starting from $2,600 at 480 Norfolk.
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