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Boston's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Arlington, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arlington, MA

As of April 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Arlington area is the $0.22 price per square foot 27 Cameron Ave Model at 27 Cameron Ave, Unit 1B in the in the Harvard Square 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
27 Cameron Ave, Unit 1B27 Cameron AveStudio ,1BA$0.22
1011 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 21011 Massachusetts Ave1BR,1BA$0.23
146 Mount Auburn St, Unit 144-B146 Mount Auburn StStudio ,1BA$0.22
146 Mount Auburn St, Unit 144-B146 Mount Auburn StStudio ,1BA$0.22
16 Chester St, Unit 3216 Chester StStudio ,1BA$0.22
54 West St, Unit #1954 West St1BR,1BA$0.18
3 Forest St, Unit #2023 Forest St1BR,1BA$0.18
122 Trapelo Rd, Unit #33122 Trapelo Rd1BR,1BA$0.22
28A Cherry St, Unit 128A Cherry St1BR,1BA$0.23
333 Beacon St, Unit 1333 Beacon St1BR,1BA$0.21

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Frequently Asked Questions about Arlington

What type of rentals are currently available in Arlington?

There are currently 4133 Apartments for Rent in Arlington, MA with pricing that ranges from $900 to $14,000. There are also 2010 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Arlington ranging from $420 to $25,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Arlington ranges from $420 to $25,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,645.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Arlington range from $925 to $12,933, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $420 to $12,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $900.

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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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

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.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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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.