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property at 23 Amherst St

$1,000

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Apr 13

23 Amherst St, Unit #2

23 Amherst St
BostonMA02131

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property at 4 Glenway St

$1,100

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Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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4 Glenway St

BostonMA02121

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property at 10 Walnut Park

$1,280

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$1,280

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$1,280

5 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Mar 31

10 Walnut Park

BostonMA02119

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Roslindale, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Roslindale, MA

Pricing Updated: 02/15/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Roslindale, 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 Roslindale Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Metropolitan Hill Beech St$6,200$1,483128

Cheapest Available Roslindale Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Roslindale, MA is a 2 Beds unit found at Jackson Commons II in the Roxbury neighborhood priced from $1,301. The Pryde – 62+ SENIOR in the Brush Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,483. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Roslindale apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Jackson Commons II2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,301
The Pryde – 62+ SENIORStudioStudio,1BA$1,483
Ridgecrest VillageStudio/1 Bath with Full KitchenStudio,1BA$1,650
Stony Brook CommonsStudio AStudio,1BA$1,701
Parkway 1208One Bedroom- 60%1BR,1BA$1,790

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Roslindale, MA and Nearby

As of February 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Roslindale area is the $0.26 price per square foot 617 Hyde Park Ave Model at 617 Hyde Park Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Mount Hope neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Roslindale apartment is the 443 Washington St Model at 443 Washington St, Unit 404 starting at $2,200 with a $0.22 price per square foot in the South Dorchester neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Roslindale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
617 Hyde Park Ave, Unit 1617 Hyde Park Ave2BR,1BA$0.26
443 Washington St, Unit 404443 Washington St1BR,1BA$0.22
617 Hyde Park Ave, Unit #1617 Hyde Park Ave2BR,1BA$0.26
51 Grove, Unit #A51 Grove1BR,1BA$0.24
240 Cypress St, Unit #1240 Cypress St2BR,1BA$0.25
49 Chestnut Ave, Unit #349 Chestnut Ave2BR,1BA$0.25
51 Grove St, Unit A51 Grove St1BR,1BA$0.24
64 1/2 Day St, Unit #164 1/2 Day St2BR,1BA$0.27
81 S Huntington Ave, Unit 281 S Huntington Ave1BR,1BA$0.20
45 School St, Unit #345 School St3BR,1BA$0.27

Boston Neighborhood Guide: Living Near UMass, MGH, and State Street

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Frequently Asked Questions about Roslindale

What type of rentals are currently available in Roslindale?

There are currently 1780 Apartments for Rent in Roslindale, MA with pricing that ranges from $890 to $18,064. There are also 764 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Roslindale ranging from $810 to $14,750.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Roslindale ranges from $810 to $14,750 with an average monthly rent of $5,470.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Roslindale range from $890 to $18,064, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $6,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,675.

Expert Rental Resources

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.