Cheap Apartments for Rent in Arlington, MA from $1,300 (133 Rentals)
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Brattle Drive Apartments

393 Massachusetts Ave, Unit Studio VERY CLEAN
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7 Brattle Dr, Unit 1 BED 1 BATH

880 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 1 BED VERY CLEANNN

201 Forest St, Unit 2C

11 Allen St

219 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 1

163 Summer St

4 Menotomy Rd

1011 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 2

42 Cambridge Rd, Unit #303

31 Corinthian Rd, Unit 1

219 Washington St, Unit 1

Blair Pond Estates

Briston Arms Apartments

322 Highland Ave, Unit #2Left

24 Concord Ave

119 Trapelo Rd, Unit 1 BED 1 BATH VERY CLEAN
Arlington, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Arlington?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Arlington Studio Apartments | $2,685 | $1,400 | $5,668 |
Cheap Arlington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,037 | $1,500 | $7,081 |
Cheap Arlington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,475 | $1,800 | $8,935 |
Cheap Arlington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,003 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Arlington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,104 | $3,000 | $10,000+ |
Arlington 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,001 | $3,995 | $7,995 |
Arlington 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,814 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Arlington Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Blair Pond Estates | Renovated Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arlington, MA
As of March 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Arlington area is the $0.22 price per square foot 1270 Broadway Model at 1270 Broadway, Unit 3 in the in the Strawberry Hill neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Arlington apartment is the 1011 Massachusetts Ave Model at 1011 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 2 starting at $2,295 with a $0.23 price per square foot in the Rock Meadow neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arlington apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1270 Broadway, Unit 3 | 1270 Broadway | 1BR,1BA | $0.22 |
1011 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 2 | 1011 Massachusetts Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
16 Chester St, Unit 32 | 16 Chester St | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
78 Decatur St, Unit 3 | 78 Decatur St | 2BR,1BA | $0.23 |
24 Park Ave, Unit 1B | 24 Park Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
24 Park Ave, Unit 1B | 24 Park Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
122 Trapelo Rd, Unit #33 | 122 Trapelo Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.22 |
28A Cherry St, Unit 1 | 28A Cherry St | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
31 Corinthian Rd, Unit 1 | 31 Corinthian Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.18 |
27 Cameron Ave, Unit 1B | 27 Cameron Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
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Arlington Overview
Arlington, Massachusetts of the Town situated in Middlesex County. It is approximately 6 miles outside of the city of Boston, located just to the Northwest. It is a city that is known for its friendly people, rich history, and strong school system. For these reasons, there are a lot of people who are flocking to Arlington, Massachusetts, particularly because of the access it provides to the city of Boston. If you are looking for apartments in Arlington, learn more about this beautiful town below.
Why live in Arlington, MA?
There are several reasons why so many people decide to live in Arlington, Massachusetts. First, the cost of living is a bit lower in Arlington when compared to Boston. Even though property values are high, they are not nearly as astronomical as they are in Boston. Second, living in Arlington still provides easy access to the city of Boston. There are several major roads that go from Arlington to Boston, and there are mass transit options that go from Arlington into Boston as well. In addition, living in Arlington provides easy access to Boston Logan International Airport. Finally, the school system in Arlington is very strong. Parents do not have to look far to make sure their children have access to a strong education.
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Getting Around Arlington, MA
Walk Score®
86 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
81 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
48 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Arlington Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Arlington?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Arlington is at Blair Pond Estates listed at $1,995.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Arlington Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Arlington Apartment is $1,500 at .
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Arlington Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Arlington is starting from $2,300 at Medford Square Riverside.
What is the most affordable Arlington Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Arlington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at and starts from $2,600.
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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With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

What to Know About Fees and Fines When Renting
Written by: Trey Huguley
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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.