
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Suffolk County, MA from $700 (215 Rentals)
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30 Dalrymple St

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7 Linden St, Unit room

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21 Granfield Ave, Unit 1

00 Mountain

25 Wainwright St

20 Highgate St
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20 Highgate St

20 Highgate St

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120 Holton St, Unit 120 Holton

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46 Park Vale Ave, Unit 1

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16 Glenville Ave, Unit 2

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7 Portina Rd, Unit 01

20 Highgate St

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Jackson Commons II
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14 Horace St

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43 Iffley Rd, Unit 1

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102 W 3rd St, Unit 2

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53 Lawn St, Unit 2

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72 Leicester St

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2 Lothian Rd

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48 Alleghany St, Unit 1

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166 Allston St, Unit 4

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15 Centervale Park, Unit #1

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180 Calumet St, Unit #2
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848 Huntington Ave, Unit 2A

Hamilton Union

7INK

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100 Warren St, Unit 66-3

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24 Highgate St, Unit 203

The Pryde – 62+ SENIOR

21 5th St

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Egleston Crossing

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7 Denby Rd, Unit 1

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5 Otisfield St, Unit # 2
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211 Princeton St, Unit 1

Furnished Private Bedroom in South Boston

23 Wabeno St

40 Cottage Park Rd

Boylston St, 40

Furnished Private Bedroom in South Boston

1201 River St

49 S Huntington Ave

51 S Huntington Ave
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Suffolk County, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Suffolk County?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suffolk County Studio Apartments | $2,665 | $1,483 | $9,800 |
| Suffolk County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,042 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Suffolk County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,676 | $1,301 | $10,000+ |
| Suffolk County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,224 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| Suffolk County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,241 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Suffolk County 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,802 | $1,020 | $10,000+ |
| Suffolk County 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,716 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Suffolk County Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Horace St | 3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Suffolk County, MA
As of December 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Suffolk County area is the $0.17 price per square foot 48 Harvard St Model at 48 Harvard St, Unit 3 in the in the Ferryway neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Suffolk County apartment is the 720 Bennington St Model at 720 Bennington St, Unit 207 starting at $1,900 with a $0.19 price per square foot in the Waterfront neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Suffolk County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48 Harvard St, Unit 3 | 48 Harvard St | 1BR,1BA | $0.17 |
| 720 Bennington St, Unit 207 | 720 Bennington St | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
| 1440 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 12 | 1440 Commonwealth Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
| 100 Warren St, Unit 66-3 | 100 Warren St | 5BR,3BA | $0.14 |
| 15 Higgins St, Unit A | 15 Higgins St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
| 180 Calumet St, Unit #2 | 180 Calumet St | 3BR,1BA | $0.13 |
| 15 Centervale Park, Unit #1 | 15 Centervale Park | 5BR,2BA | $0.13 |
| 31 Seattle St, Unit B | 31 Seattle St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
| 6 Wainwright St, Unit Apt 3 | 6 Wainwright St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
| 38 Crescent Ave, Unit A | 38 Crescent Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.09 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Suffolk County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Suffolk County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Suffolk County is under $1,100.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Suffolk County?
The cheapest apartment in Suffolk County is 14 Horace St which is listed at $1,100, while the average apartment in Suffolk County costs $17,900.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Suffolk County?
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 466 regular apartments in Suffolk County 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 Suffolk County?
Cheap apartments in Suffolk County have an average cost of $234 which is $17,666 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Suffolk County.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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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.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!





