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Allston, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Allston Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
CHR Brookline - Coolidge Corner CommunitiesHampton Court - Studio/1 BathStudio,1BA$1,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Allston, MA

As of May 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Allston area is the $0.17 price per square foot 66 S Huntington Ave Model at 66 S Huntington Ave, Unit 51-B3 in the in the West Fens neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Allston apartment is the 175 N Beacon St Model at 175 N Beacon St, Unit 1 starting at $1,750 with a $0.18 price per square foot in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Allston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
66 S Huntington Ave, Unit 51-B366 S Huntington AveStudio ,1BA$0.17
175 N Beacon St, Unit 1175 N Beacon StStudio ,1BA$0.18
48 Strathmore Rd, Unit #2348 Strathmore RdStudio ,1BA$0.18
22 Shepard St, Unit B22 Shepard St1BR,1BA$0.18
153 Murdock St, Unit 2153 Murdock St3BR,2BA$0.18
146 Allston St, Unit 3146 Allston St1BR,1BA$0.18
96 Winthrop St, Unit 196 Winthrop St1BR,1BA$0.18
32 S Huntington Ave32 S Huntington AveStudio ,1BA$0.19
22 Brighton Ave, Unit C22 Brighton AveStudio ,1BA$0.19
1440 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 121440 Commonwealth AveStudio ,1BA$0.19

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Frequently Asked Questions about Allston

What type of rentals are currently available in Allston?

There are currently 17268 Apartments for Rent in Allston, MA with pricing that ranges from $800 to $29,690. There are also 10988 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Allston ranging from $1,200 to $22,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Allston ranges from $1,200 to $22,500 with an average monthly rent of $5,957.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Allston range from $1,000 to $15,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,950 to $12,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $925.

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