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property at 72 Falcon St

72 Falcon St

NeedhamMA02492

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property at 33 Westgate Rd

33 Westgate Rd, Unit 5

33 Westgate Rd
Boston CollegeMA02467
property at 33 Westgate Rd

33 Westgate Rd

Boston CollegeMA02467

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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property at 33 Westgate Rd

33 Westgate Rd, Unit 1

33 Westgate Rd
Boston CollegeMA02467

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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property at 59 Prince St

59 Prince St, Unit 1

59 Prince St
BrooklineMA02445
property at 33 Westgate Rd

33 Westgate Rd, Unit 1

33 Westgate Rd
Boston CollegeMA02467

Boston's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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West Roxbury, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in West Roxbury, MA

Pricing Updated: 07/24/2025

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

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
West Roxbury Center$4,900$2,00016

Cheapest Available West Roxbury Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in West Roxbury, MA is a Studio unit found at The Pryde – 62+ SENIOR in the Brush Hill neighborhood priced from $1,483. 1459-1461 VFW Pky in the East Dedham neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West Roxbury apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Pryde – 62+ SENIORStudioStudio,1BA$1,483
1459-1461 VFW PkyStudioStudio,1BA$1,650
Ridgecrest VillageStudio/1 Bath with Full KitchenStudio,1BA$1,650
Stony Brook VillageOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,752

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Roxbury, MA and Nearby

As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Roxbury area is the $0.29 price per square foot 24 Evergreen St Model at 24 Evergreen St in the in the Medical Center Area neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value West Roxbury apartment is the 234 Cypress St Model at 234 Cypress St, Unit 1 starting at $2,900 with a $0.29 price per square foot in the Fisher Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Roxbury apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
24 Evergreen St24 Evergreen St2BR,1BA$0.29
234 Cypress St, Unit 1234 Cypress St3BR,1BA$0.29
617 Hyde Park Ave, Unit 1617 Hyde Park Ave2BR,1BA$0.26
369A Centre St, Unit 1369A Centre St1BR,1BA$0.25
36 Sheridan St, Unit 136 Sheridan St1BR,1BA$0.25
6 Woodlawn St, Unit 36 Woodlawn St2BR,1BA$0.25
51 Grove St, Unit A51 Grove St1BR,1BA$0.24
8 Woodside Ave, Unit 18 Woodside Ave2BR,1BA$0.26
5297 Washington St, Unit 15297 Washington St1BR,1BA$0.24
461 Arborway, Unit 2461 Arborway2BR,1BA$0.25

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Roxbury

What type of rentals are currently available in West Roxbury?

There are currently 1275 Apartments for Rent in West Roxbury, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $20,000. There are also 864 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Roxbury ranging from $1,200 to $40,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Roxbury?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Roxbury ranges from $1,200 to $40,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,477.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West Roxbury?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Roxbury range from $1,100 to $14,145, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,500 to $8,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,710 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,170.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA

Written by: Amelia Ramstead

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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