Cheap Homes for Rent in Southern Mattapan Neighborhood of Mattapan, MA from $1,400 (16 Rentals)

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property at 27 Hosmer St

$1,500

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$1,500

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$1,500

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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27 Hosmer St

BostonMA02126
property at 52 Withington St

$1,500

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$1,500

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3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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52 Withington St, Unit #6

52 Withington St
BostonMA02124

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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
property at 6 Monponset St

$2,250

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals

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6 Monponset St
BostonMA02136
property at 1000 River St

$2,400

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$2,400

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jul 1

1000 River St, Unit Apt 3

1000 River St
BostonMA02136
property at 5 River St

$2,400

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$2,400

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$2,400

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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5 River St, Unit A

5 River St
BostonMA02126

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property at 16 Mount Calvary Rd

$2,500

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$2,500

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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16 Mount Calvary Rd, Unit #1

16 Mount Calvary Rd
BostonMA02131
property at 11 Cragmere Terrace

$2,550

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$2,550

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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11 Cragmere Terrace, Unit 1

11 Cragmere Terrace
BostonMA02126

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Southern Mattapan, Mattapan, MA Local Guide

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 498 Norfolk priced from $2,025. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
498 NorfolkSpacious and Sunny 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,025
430 RiverBeautiful 1 Bedrooms in Mattapan Square!1BR,1BA$2,100
Fairlawn Estates at the TS2 - Workforce Housing 80% - Income RestrictionsStudio,1BA$2,219
RozzieA1C1BR,1BA$2,333
70 Tennis2BR2BR,1BA$2,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southern Mattapan, MA

As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southern Mattapan area is the $0.37 price per square foot 1234 Blue Hill Ave Model at 1234 Blue Hill Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Southern Mattapan neighborhood starting from $3,700. The second greatest value Southern Mattapan apartment is the 651 Washington St Model at 651 Washington St starting at $3,600 with a $0.36 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1234 Blue Hill Ave, Unit 21234 Blue Hill Ave4BR,1BA$0.37
651 Washington St651 Washington St3BR,1BA$0.36
26 Babson St, Unit 126 Babson St3BR,1BA$1.65
82 Ballou Ave82 Ballou Ave3BR,1BA$2.43
48 Woolson St, Unit 248 Woolson St4BR,1BA$2.44
17 Hiawatha Rd, Unit Unit 217 Hiawatha Rd3BR,1BA$1.92
20 Sutton St, Unit #220 Sutton St4BR,1BA$1.40
810 American Legion Hwy810 American Legion Hwy2BR,1BA$2.63
430 RiverBeautiful 1 Bedrooms in Mattapan Square!1BR,1BA$2.63
67 River St, Unit 65 - 267 River St1BR,1BA$2.25

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southern Mattapan

What type of rentals are currently available in Southern Mattapan?

There are currently 219 Apartments for Rent in Southern Mattapan, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $7,575. There are also 85 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southern Mattapan ranging from $1,480 to $12,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southern Mattapan ranges from $1,480 to $12,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,383.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Southern Mattapan range from $2,500 to $4,200, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,400.

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