Cheap Homes for Rent in Stoneham, MA from $800 (74 Rentals)

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property at 104 W Emerson St

$1,485

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$1,485

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Studio, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Aug 1

104 W Emerson St, Unit 5a

104 W Emerson St
MelroseMA02176

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property at 84 Franklin St

$1,900

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$1,900

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$1,900

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

84 Franklin St, Unit 2

84 Franklin St
StonehamMA02180

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property at 276 Albion St

$1,995 - $2,600

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$1,995

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$1,995

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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276 Albion St

WakefieldMA01880
property at 5 Dexter St

$2,000

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$2,000

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$2,000

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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5 Dexter St

MaldenMA02148
property at 200 Swanton St

$2,000 - $2,250

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$2,000

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$2,000

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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200 Swanton St

WinchesterMA01890

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Stoneham, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Stoneham Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
25 Sawyer St1x11BR,1BA$1,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stoneham, MA

As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Stoneham area is the $0.10 price per square foot 75 Pinkert St Model at 75 Pinkert St, Unit 2 in the in the Ferryway neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value Stoneham apartment is the 124 Forest St Model at 124 Forest St, Unit 3R starting at $2,600 with a $0.26 price per square foot in the Edgeworth neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Stoneham apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
75 Pinkert St, Unit 275 Pinkert St3BR,2BA$0.10
124 Forest St, Unit 3R124 Forest St3BR,1BA$0.26
3 Dragon Court Cir, Unit 3 Dragon Court Cir3 Dragon Court Cir3BR,1.5BA$1.27
11 Kearney St11 Kearney St4BR,2BA$1.85
231 Spring St231 Spring St4BR,3BA$2.10
10 Webster St, Unit 110 Webster St4BR,2BA$2.03
23 Rendall Pl, Unit 223 Rendall Pl4BR,2BA$2.19
235 Ashcroft Rd235 Ashcroft Rd2BR,1.5BA$2.41
32 Pond St, Unit A32 Pond St2BR,1BA$2.45
85 High St, Unit 185 High St3BR,1BA$1.67

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Frequently Asked Questions about Stoneham

What type of rentals are currently available in Stoneham?

There are currently 445 Apartments for Rent in Stoneham, MA with pricing that ranges from $950 to $18,330. There are also 227 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Stoneham ranging from $800 to $15,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Stoneham ranges from $800 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,099.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Stoneham range from $950 to $18,330, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,695 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,150 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,150.

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