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25 Wainwright St, Unit 3

44 Woodbine St, Unit 1

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit D

11 Bailey St, Unit 1

66 Brook St, Unit 2

2 Marlowe St
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66 Brook St, Unit 2

66 Brook St, Unit 1

72 Standish Ave

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit B

Room in Shared 5 bed/1 bath home, Unit C

Room in Shared 5 bed/1 bath home, Unit A

66 Brook St, Unit 1
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Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit D

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home, Unit A

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home, Unit B

Room in Shared 5 bed/1 bath home, Unit A

27 Hosmer St

52 Withington St, Unit #6

104R Homes Ave, Unit Upstairs Bedroom w Closet
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233 Centre St, Unit 2

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit D

4 Westville St, Unit r

195 Thomas Burgin Pkwy

55 Elmwood Park, Unit #5

770 Cummins Hwy

318 Granite St
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Milton, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Milton?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milton 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,987 | $2,100 | $8,475 |
| Milton 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,419 | $1,430 | $7,200 |
| Milton 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,050 | $900 | $8,100 |
| Milton 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,095 | $1,260 | $4,400 |
| Milton 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,666 | $3,600 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Milton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Milton, MA is a Studio unit found at The Pryde – 62+ SENIOR in the Brush Hill neighborhood priced from $1,483. 99 Granite Street in the Quincy Center neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Milton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pryde – 62+ SENIOR | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,483 |
| 99 Granite Street | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| J.E. Furnished Apartments of Quincy | Furnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
| Quincy Commons | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,980 |
| Elmwood Park | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Reed Street Apartments | Renovated 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| 498 Norfolk St | Spacious and Sunny 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,025 |
| 154 Granite | 1BR, 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Milton, MA and Nearby
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Milton 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 Milton 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 Milton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 233 Huntington Ave, Unit #69 - 3 | 233 Huntington Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.42 |
| 176 Summit Ave, Unit 4 | 176 Summit Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 34 Edwin St, Unit #3 | 34 Edwin St | 1BR,1BA | $0.19 |
| 1234 Blue Hill Ave, Unit 2 | 1234 Blue Hill Ave | 4BR,1BA | $0.37 |
| 26 Babson St, Unit 1 | 26 Babson St | 3BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 277 Gallivan Blvd, Unit Spacious Apartment | 277 Gallivan Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 20 Sutton St, Unit #2 | 20 Sutton St | 4BR,1BA | $1.40 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Milton
What type of rentals are currently available in Milton?
There are currently 1070 Apartments for Rent in Milton, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $10,393. There are also 295 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Milton ranging from $900 to $12,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Milton?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Milton ranges from $900 to $12,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,367.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Milton?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Milton range from $2,450 to $7,922, 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 $900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,000.
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