Cheap Homes for Rent in Lower Allston Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $1,400 (566 Rentals)

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Lower Allston

What type of rentals are currently available in Lower Allston?

There are currently 3594 Apartments for Rent in Lower Allston, MA with pricing that ranges from $775 to $15,000. There are also 2633 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lower Allston ranging from $1,400 to $16,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lower Allston?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lower Allston ranges from $1,400 to $16,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,096.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Lower Allston?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Lower Allston range from $1,050 to $15,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,100 to $11,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $850.

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