Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home
11 Baird St
BostonMA02124
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southern Mattapan Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $1,000 (14 Rentals)
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Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home
11 Baird St
BostonMA02124
Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home
11 Baird St
BostonMA02124
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Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home
11 Baird St
BostonMA02124
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175 River St
BostonMA02126
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The Frances at Ashmont Flats
1970 Dorchester AveBoston, MA 02124
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21 Radcliffe Rd, Unit 201
21 Radcliffe RdBoston, MA 02136
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from $2,224Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Imprint
780 Morrissey BlvdDorchester, MA 02122
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The Foley Senior Residences (62 and Older)
249 River StMattapan, MA 02126
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Southern Mattapan, Boston, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southern Mattapan?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Mattapan Studio Apartments | $2,749 | $2,200 | $6,354 |
| Southern Mattapan 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,117 | $2,247 | $7,947 |
| Southern Mattapan 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,792 | $2,400 | $7,822 |
| Southern Mattapan 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,463 | $2,450 | $5,899 |
| Southern Mattapan 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,939 | $1,000 | $3,800 |
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Cheapest Available Southern Mattapan Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southern Mattapan area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at The Frances at Ashmont Flats priced from $2,200. Imprint has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,224. Here are the most affordable Southern Mattapan apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Frances at Ashmont Flats | 12 | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| Imprint | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,224 |
| Morton Village | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,325 |
| Neponset Landing | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,399 |
| Schoolhouse at Lower Mills | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,475 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southern Mattapan, MA
As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southern Mattapan area is the $2.43 price per square foot 82 Ballou Ave Model at 82 Ballou Ave in the in the South Dorchester neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Southern Mattapan apartment is the 82 Ballou Ave Model at 82 Ballou Ave, Unit #1 starting at $3,400 with a $2.43 price per square foot in the South Dorchester neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southern Mattapan apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 82 Ballou Ave | 82 Ballou Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| 82 Ballou Ave, Unit #1 | 82 Ballou Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.43 |
| 82 Ballou Ave | 82 Ballou Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.43 |
| 82 Ballou Ave, Unit 1 | 82 Ballou Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.43 |
| 63 Stanton St, Unit 2 | 63 Stanton St | 3BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| 11 Leston St, Unit 2 | 11 Leston St | 3BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 156 Callender St, Unit 1 | 156 Callender St | 3BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| 137 Callender St, Unit 1 | 137 Callender St | 2BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| Morton Village | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| 714 Cummins Hwy | 714 Cummins Hwy | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southern Mattapan Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southern Mattapan?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southern Mattapan is under $2,563.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southern Mattapan?
The cheapest apartment in Southern Mattapan is Morton Village which is listed at $2,325, while the average apartment in Southern Mattapan costs $6,141.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southern Mattapan?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 24 regular apartments in Southern Mattapan that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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