Cheap Homes for Rent in Columbian Square Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $1,500 (4 Rentals)

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbian Square, MA

As of April 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbian Square area is the $2.84 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at The Mastlight in the in the Lovell Corners neighborhood starting from $3,137. The second greatest value Columbian Square apartment is the Athens Model at ReNew Weymouth starting at $2,150 with a $2.69 price per square foot in the Lovell Corners neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbian Square apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The MastlightTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.84
ReNew WeymouthAthens1BR,1BA$2.69
The AeronautOne Bedroom Type 1G Floorplan1BR,1BA$3.44
GradientA1H1BR,1BA$3.64
Aura at WeymouthStudio, 1 BathroomStudio ,1BA$3.50
Hanover WeymouthAStudio ,1BA$4.91
The Commons at SouthFieldStudioStudio ,1BA$3.74
The Point at WeymouthS2Studio ,1BA$4.16
Weymouth CommonsStudioStudio ,1BA$3.95
Avana WeymouthStudio (364 SF)Studio ,1BA$5.55

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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbian Square

What type of rentals are currently available in Columbian Square?

There are currently 42 Apartments for Rent in Columbian Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,900 to $14,454. There are also 8 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbian Square ranging from $1,500 to $3,975.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Columbian Square?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Columbian Square ranges from $1,500 to $3,975 with an average monthly rent of $2,497.

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