Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Fens Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $1,400 (426 Rentals)

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West Fens, Boston, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Fens, MA

As of March 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Fens area is the $0.19 price per square foot 246 Beacon St Model at 246 Beacon St, Unit BF in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value West Fens apartment is the 146 Allston St Model at 146 Allston St, Unit 3 starting at $1,800 with a $0.18 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Fens apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
246 Beacon St, Unit BF246 Beacon StStudio ,1BA$0.19
146 Allston St, Unit 3146 Allston St1BR,1BA$0.18
146 Allston St, Unit 3146 Allston St1BR,1BA$0.18
146 Allston St, Unit 3146 Allston St1BR,1BA$0.18
146 Allston St, Unit 3146 Allston St1BR,1BA$0.18
508 Beacon St, Unit 11508 Beacon StStudio ,1BA$0.18
60 Huntington Ave, Unit 53-10360 Huntington AveStudio ,1BA$0.18
146 Allston St, Unit 3146 Allston St1BR,1BA$0.18
60 Huntington Ave, Unit 53-10360 Huntington AveStudio ,1BA$0.18
146 Allston St, Unit 3146 Allston St1BR,1BA$0.18

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Fens, Boston, MA

Ranked #99

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
West Fens, Boston, MA

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Best Local Schools in
West Fens, Boston, MA

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Getting Around the West Fens Neighborhood in Boston, MA

Walk Score®

95 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

92 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

94 / 100

Rider’s Paradise

World-class public transportation

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 West Fens Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Fens?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Fens is at listed at $1,650.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Fens Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Fens Apartment is $1,700 at .

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Fens Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Fens is starting from $2,650 at 11 Tetlow/14 Palace.

What is the most affordable West Fens Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap West Fens Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at and starts from $3,200.

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