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Apartments for Rent in Massachusetts under $1200

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Apartments for Rent in Massachusetts under $1200. 93 Rentals Available
  • 5-7 Chester Ave 4-7 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    5-7 Chester Ave, Waltham, MA 2453
    4 BEDS $1,150+
    7 BEDS $1,100+
  • a lamp post sitting in the grass in front of a building
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    22 Feeding Hills Road, Westfield, MA 01085
    1 BED $1,100
    2 BEDS $1,200+
  • a sign that reads welcome home with a blanket and a cup of coffee
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    149 Main Street, Upton, MA 01568
    1 BED $1
  • Landmark Place 1 Bed Apartment for Rent
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    Landmark Place, Milford, MA 01757
    1 BED $1
  • 52-54 Chester Ave LLC 4-5 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    52-54 Chester Ave LLC, Waltham, MA 2453
    4 BEDS $1,050
    5 BEDS $1,100
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  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    414 Chestnut Street, Springfield, MA 01104
    STUDIO $1,150
  • a picture of a white house in the fall
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    4293-4295 High St, Thorndike, MA 01069
    1 BED $900
  • 21 Park Street Studio Apartment for Rent
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    21 Park Street, Attleboro, MA 02703
    STUDIO $247+
  • an empty conference room with desks and chairs
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    105 William Street, New Bedford, MA 02740
    STUDIO $500+
  • a silver car parked in front of a house
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    153 Fourth Street, Fall River, MA 02720
    STUDIO $1,200
  • 3 Centennial Court Studio Apartment for Rent
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    3 Centennial Court, Upton, MA 01568
    STUDIO $250
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  • 400-412 Neponset Avenue 1 Bed Apartment for Rent
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    400-412 Neponset Avenue, Dorchester, MA 02122
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
  • a building with a hallmark apartments sign in front
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    24 Dwight Street, Agawam, MA 01001
    1 BED $1,100
  • a fire truck parked in front of a store on a city street
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    444-446 South Main Street, Fall River, MA 02720
    STUDIO $900
  • a building with an flag in front of it
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    One Hollis Street, Wellesley, MA 02482
    STUDIO $793
  • a white house with black shutters and a sidewalk
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    1534 Main Street, Athol, MA 01331
    STUDIO $1,200
    1 BED $950+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    886-896 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02115
    STUDIO $1,150
  • a blue car parked in front of a tall house
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    436-438 South Main Street, Fall River, MA 02722
    STUDIO $900+
  • Tierney Learning Center Exterior.
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    20 Rev. Burke St., South Boston, MA 02127
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  • a row of brick and white apartment buildings on a street
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    4700 N MAIN STREET, FALL RIVER, MA 02720
    2 BEDS $1,000
  • a kitchen with a stove and a refrigerator
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    122 BERKSHIRE STREET, CAMBRIDGE, MA 02139
    STUDIO $50
  • a playground with a slide and other equipment in a park
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    383 & 419 East River Street, Orange, MA 01364
    Income Restricted
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  • 720 Bennington Street Studio-1 Bed Apartment for Rent
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    720 Bennington Street, East Boston, MA 02122
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  • an empty kitchen with white cabinets and white appliances
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    50 Maynard Street, Attleboro, MA 02703
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
  • a floor plan of a house with a bedroom and a living room
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    193 Worthington Street, Springfield, MA 01103
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Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Massachusetts last updated?

Prices and availability in Massachusetts were last updated on 25 Feb 2026.

What are the best apartments in Massachusetts?

The best apartments in Massachusetts are: The Curtis, Windsor at Cambridge Park, John Harvard Apartments, CHR Brighton Apartments and Pilot Grove.

What type of rental buildings are in Massachusetts?

In Massachusetts, 37% of the residents are renting compared to 63% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 17% of Massachusetts's rentals, 74% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 9% are single-family rentals.

Renting apartments in Massachusetts under $1,200

Searching for apartments for rent in Massachusetts under $1,200 is not an easy task, but luckily you have come to the right place. Whether you are a student on a budget, a young professional on the move, or simply a frugal person, RentCafe can help you find what you are looking for. Just make sure you know what you consider non-negotiable and what you can compromise on. Your new home is just a few clicks away. In Massachusetts, where the average rent is $1,288 per month, there are 93 units available for less than $1,200. Click on any of these units to see pictures, floor plans, amenities and more. After you have picked your favorite, you can contact the property to check availability. Considering that you are trying to spend as little as possible, looking at 1 bedroom apartments and studio apartments might be a good idea.

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