Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lower Allston Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $700 (197 Rentals)

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Lower Allston

Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in the Boston area by our Boston, MA Local Expert Amelia Ramstead. See how it ranks!

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Lower Allston, Boston, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lower Allston Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
27 Saint Lukes RdStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Allston, MA

As of April 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lower Allston area is the $0.21 price per square foot 1381 Commonwealth Ave Model at 1381 Commonwealth Ave, Unit B in the in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood starting from $2,095. The second greatest value Lower Allston apartment is the 1118 Commonwealth Ave Model at 1118 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 5 starting at $2,050 with a $0.21 price per square foot in the Harvard Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lower Allston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1381 Commonwealth Ave, Unit B1381 Commonwealth Ave1BR,1BA$0.21
1118 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 51118 Commonwealth Ave1BR,1BA$0.21
63 Brighton Ave, Unit C63 Brighton Ave1BR,1BA$0.19
151 Murdock St, Unit 1151 Murdock St3BR,2BA$0.20
151 Murdock St, Unit 1151 Murdock St3BR,2BA$0.20
153 Murdock St, Unit 2153 Murdock St3BR,2BA$0.18
96 Winthrop St, Unit 196 Winthrop St1BR,1BA$0.18
29-31 Litchfield St, Unit 329-31 Litchfield St1BR,1BA$0.20
29-31 Litchfield St, Unit #329-31 Litchfield St1BR,1BA$0.20
10 Chester St, Unit 410 Chester StStudio ,1BA$0.21

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Lower Allston, Boston, MA

Ranked #96

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Best Local Schools in
Lower Allston, Boston, MA

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Getting Around the Lower Allston Neighborhood in Boston, MA

Walk Score®

84 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

96 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

59 / 100

Good Transit

Many 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 Lower Allston Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lower Allston?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lower Allston is at 27 Saint Lukes Rd listed at $1,850.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lower Allston Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lower Allston Apartment is $1,995 at Flats on Comm.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lower Allston Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lower Allston is starting from $2,400 at 27 Saint Lukes Rd.

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