Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Brookline Neighborhood of Chestnut Hill, MA from $800 (78 Rentals)

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South Brookline, Boston, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Brookline, MA

As of March 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Brookline area is the $0.24 price per square foot 21 Sutherland Rd Model at 21 Sutherland Rd, Unit 8 in the in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value South Brookline apartment is the 2 Sutherland Rd Model at 2 Sutherland Rd, Unit 31 starting at $2,575 with a $0.26 price per square foot in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Brookline apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
21 Sutherland Rd, Unit 821 Sutherland Rd2BR,1BA$0.24
2 Sutherland Rd, Unit 312 Sutherland Rd2BR,1BA$0.26
561 Centre St, Unit 1561 Centre St1BR,1BA$0.18
11 Welch Rd, Unit 111 Welch Rd1BR,1BA$0.21
24 Orkney Rd, Unit C24 Orkney Rd1BR,1BA$0.23
1933 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 171933 Commonwealth AveStudio ,1BA$0.20
70 Strathmore Rd, Unit 11A70 Strathmore RdStudio ,1BA$0.20
27 Orkney Rd, Unit 527 Orkney RdStudio ,1BA$0.20
2E Brewer St, Unit 12E Brewer St1BR,1BA$0.21
65 Walk Hill St, Unit 165 Walk Hill St3BR,1BA$0.20

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Brookline, Chestnut Hill, MA

Ranked #82

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Best Local Schools in
South Brookline, Chestnut Hill, MA

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South Brookline, Chestnut Hill, MA

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Getting Around the South Brookline Neighborhood in Chestnut Hill, MA

Walk Score®

46 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

39 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

33 / 100

Some Transit

A few 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 South Brookline Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Brookline?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Brookline is at listed at $1,800.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Brookline Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Brookline Apartment is $1,090 at .

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Brookline Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Brookline is starting from $2,100 at Centre Street Apartments, 1799.

What is the most affordable South Brookline Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South Brookline Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at and starts from $1,000.

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