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11 Channel St

6 S Water St
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37 Cleveland Way

38 A South St

26 Antassawamock Rd
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270 Union St

5 Dyar Rd

48 Angelica Ave
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Onset, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Onset?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Onset 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,416 | $1,500 | $4,500 |
Onset 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,891 | $2,200 | $5,500 |
Onset 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,678 | $1,850 | $10,000+ |
Onset 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,933 | $2,800 | $4,500 |
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Cheapest Available Onset Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Onset, MA is a Studio unit found at Henry T. Wing Residences priced from $1,329. Swifts Landing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,399. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Onset apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Henry T. Wing Residences | Studio - Income Restricted | Studio,1BA | $1,329 |
Swifts Landing | 1 Bed 1 Bath (SENIOR) | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
1025 South Sandwich Road | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Onset, MA and Nearby
As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Onset area is the $2.67 price per square foot Penthouse w/ HUGE balcony & Water Views! Model at The Regency in the in the Downtown New Bedford neighborhood starting from $3,295. The second greatest value Onset apartment is the K Model at Marq at the Pinehills starting at $3,230 with a $2.67 price per square foot in the Great Island neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Onset apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Regency | Penthouse w/ HUGE balcony & Water Views! | 2BR,2BA | $2.67 |
Marq at the Pinehills | K | 2BR,2BA | $2.67 |
The Oasis at Plymouth | Mirage | 2BR,2BA | $2.72 |
Dartmouth Woods | Birch | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
Hidden Brook Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom Type L | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
The Residences at Buttonwood | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.37 |
Enby Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
13 Main St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
Welby Park Estates | The Colonial | 2BR,1BA | $2.71 |
Swifts Landing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Onset
What type of rentals are currently available in Onset?
There are currently 52 Apartments for Rent in Onset, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,300 to $5,390. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Onset ranging from $1,265 to $12,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Onset?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Onset ranges from $1,265 to $12,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,292.
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