Cheap Apartments for Rent in Roxbury, MA from $700 (162 Rentals)

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Jackson Commons II
$1,093 - $1,495
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Jackson Commons II

1542 Columbus AveRoxbury, MA 02119
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Commerce Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Commerce Apartments

376 Warren StRoxbury, MA 02119
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UE Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

UE Apartments

1989-2014 Columbus AveRoxbury, MA 02119
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Westminster Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Westminster Court

30-108 Westminster CtRoxbury, MA 02119
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96-102 Winthrop St
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96-102 Winthrop St

96-102 Winthrop StRoxbury, MA 02119
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Smith House
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Smith House

757 Shawmut AveRoxbury, MA 02120
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property at 136 Homestead St

$1,200

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136 Homestead St

BostonMA02121
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40 Forest St
$1,250 - $5,000
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40 Forest St

40 Forest StBoston, MA 02119
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$1,500

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124 Bowdoin St

BostonMA02108

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Roxbury, MA

Pricing Updated: 06/11/2026

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

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Sav Mor$4,000$1,25081
Highland Park$8,499$1,093235

Cheapest Available Roxbury Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Roxbury, MA is a 2 Beds unit found at Jackson Commons II in the Roxbury neighborhood priced from $1,301. 21 Sudan St in the Columbia Point neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Roxbury apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Jackson Commons II2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,301
21 Sudan StShared Bath1BR,1BA$1,350
The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,700
7INKCentury4BR,2BA$1,704

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Roxbury, MA

As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Roxbury area is the $0.03 price per square foot 37 Howell St Model at 37 Howell St, Unit 2 in the in the Columbia Point neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Roxbury apartment is the 257 Savin Hill Ave Model at 257 Savin Hill Ave, Unit 2 starting at $4,600 with a $0.05 price per square foot in the Columbia Point neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Roxbury apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
37 Howell St, Unit 237 Howell St3BR,1BA$0.03
257 Savin Hill Ave, Unit 2257 Savin Hill Ave1BR,1BA$0.05
105 Jersey St, Unit 5105 Jersey StStudio ,1BA$0.20
5 Walbridge St, Unit 45 Walbridge StStudio ,1BA$0.20
26 Taft St26 Taft St3BR,1BA$0.21
81 Saint Botolph St, Unit 181 Saint Botolph StStudio ,1BA$0.21
66 Phillips St, Unit A66 Phillips StStudio ,1BA$0.21
58 S Russell St, Unit 258 S Russell StStudio ,1BA$0.20
504 E Broadway504 E BroadwayStudio ,1BA$0.20
127 Washington St127 Washington StStudio ,1BA$0.20

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Roxbury Overview

Roxbury is a neighborhood in Boston thatÆs known for being one of the oldest parts of the city. The neighborhood has a rich cultural and artistic scene that includes the Museum of the National Center of Afro-American Artists. RoxburyÆs diverse attractions, dining establishments, and proximity to downtown Boston make it a great place to call home.

Why live in Roxbury, MA?

Roxbury provides residents with easy access to downtown Boston for work or recreation while also having a thriving local scene. Arts and culture, outdoor recreation, and dining and shopping options all make Roxbury a great neighborhood to call home. The neighborhood offers a strong sense of community with local festivals and other events taking place throughout the year.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Roxbury Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Roxbury?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Roxbury is under $1,704.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Roxbury?

The cheapest apartment in Roxbury is 21 Sudan St which is listed at $1,350, while the average apartment in Roxbury costs $6,249.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Roxbury?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 13 regular apartments in Roxbury that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Roxbury?

Cheap apartments in Roxbury have an average cost of $371 which is $5,878 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Roxbury.

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