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The cheapest apartments for rent in Allston, Boston

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Published on November 13, 2019
The cheapest apartments for rent in Allston, BostonCommonwealth Avenue, #26. | Photo: Zumper

Need a budget-friendly new spot? Though apartment hunting can be challenging, don't despair just yet — there are deals to be had. So what does a cheap rent on a rental in Allston look like these days — and what might you get for your money?

Walk Score indicates that the neighborhood is extremely walkable, is very bikeable and has good transit options. It also features median rents for a one bedroom that hover around $1,950, compared to a $2,300 one-bedroom median for Boston as a whole.

A look at local listings in Allston via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide offers an overview of what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find in this Boston neighborhood.

Read on for the cheapest listings available right now. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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1318 Commonwealth Ave., #9

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Listed at $1,500/month, this studio apartment, located at 1318 Commonwealth Ave., is 11.8% less than the $1,700/month median rent for a studio in Allston.

When it comes to building amenities, expect on-site laundry; in the unit, you'll find hardwood flooring and central heating. This rental is cat-friendly.

(See the complete listing here.)

211 Harvard Ave., #2

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Photo: Zumper

Then there's this apartment at 211 Harvard Ave., listed at $1,525/month.

The apartment comes with a dishwasher, central heating and hardwood flooring. The building features on-site laundry. Good news for animal lovers: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. 

(See the listing here.)

Commonwealth Avenue, #26

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This studio apartment, situated at Commonwealth Avenue, is listed for $1,600/month.

In the unit, you're promised high ceilings and hardwood flooring. Amenities offered in the building include on-site laundry. The rental is cat-friendly. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

(See the listing here.)

109 Brainerd Rd., #18

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Photo: Zumper

Over at 109 Brainerd Rd., there's this 999-square-foot studio apartment, going for $1,675/month.

The listing promises central heating, hardwood flooring and high ceilings in the unit. Amenities offered in the building include on-site laundry. This rental is cat-friendly. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

(View the listing here.)


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