Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Square Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $800 (45 Rentals)

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162 Cottage St

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15 Snow Hill St

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145 Princeton St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

145 Princeton St

145 Princeton StEast Boston, MA 02128
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99 Border StEast Boston, MA 02128
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Central Square, Boston, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Square, MA

As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Square area is the $0.22 price per square foot 95 Cottage St Model at 95 Cottage St, Unit 1 in the in the Waterfront neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Central Square apartment is the 75 Division St Model at 75 Division St, Unit #1 starting at $2,000 with a $0.20 price per square foot in the Chelsea Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Square apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
95 Cottage St, Unit 195 Cottage St1BR,1BA$0.22
75 Division St, Unit #175 Division St1BR,1BA$0.20
75 Division St, Unit 175 Division St1BR,1BA$0.20
234 Lexington St, Unit #3234 Lexington St2BR,1BA$0.22
235 Lexington St, Unit #3235 Lexington St2BR,1BA$0.22
3 Pembroke St, Unit D3 Pembroke St1BR,1BA$0.20
236 Lexington St, Unit #3236 Lexington St2BR,1BA$0.22
100 Cottage St, Unit #A100 Cottage StStudio ,1BA$0.21
60 Prince St, Unit 960 Prince St1BR,1BA$0.21
97 Cottage St, Unit #A97 Cottage StStudio ,1BA$0.21

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central Square, Boston, MA

Ranked #61

Among neighborhoods in Boston, MA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Square Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Square?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Square is at Jade listed at $2,295.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

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