Five Apartments for Rent for Less Than $1,800

Hunting for a place in the new year? Consider one of these units in Somerville, the North End, and beyond.

Photo courtesy of Zumper

Photo courtesy of Zumper

Apartment hunting in Boston is overwhelming for a whole slew of reasons—heavy competition, pricing, and spiraling out of control on Craigslist are just a few of them. So, for your convenience, we’re highlighting a few Zumper listings with one unique characteristic. This time it’s places asking less than $1,800 per month—because who has $4,000 to drop on a rental, anyway?

Below, peruse five apartments for rent in Boston for less than $1,800.

1. 20 Preston Road, Somerville
Bedrooms: 1
Baths: 1
Rent: $1,650 per month

This charming apartment near Union Square has private front and rear entrances, a walk-in closet in the bedroom, and a kitchen with plenty of storage. Best of all? Free laundry.


2. Henchman Street #10, North End
Bedrooms: 1
Baths: 1
Rent: $1,800 per month

This North End unit has a unique floor plan—two floors of living space make up one spacious apartment. There’s a roomy bedroom, hardwood floors throughout, and in-unit laundry.


3. 79 Euston Road, Brighton
Bedrooms: 2
Baths: 1
Rent: $1,800 per month

On the top floor of a three-decker in Brighton, this two-bedroom apartment comes with a few retro accents. Plus, it offers a private deck and its own parking spot.


4. Salem Street #1, North End
Bedrooms: 1
Baths: 1
Rent: $1,400 per month

Not only is this apartment within smelling distance of the North End’s finest restaurants, but it has a tiny, adorable patio and a spacious kitchen. The place also boasts multiple closets and in-unit laundry.


5. 46 Hunting Street, Somerville
Bedrooms: 1
Baths: 1
Rent: $1,600 per month

This sunny one-bedroom is centrally located, and boasts high ceilings, recessed lighting, a dishwasher, and updated cabinetry in the kitchen