
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Boston, MA (6,777 Rentals)


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The Longwood

3200 Washington

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340 Bremen St | East Boston
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Boston?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Boston Studio Apartments | $2,665 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,055 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
Boston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,615 | $1,685 | $10,000+ |
Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,135 | $1,075 | $10,000+ |
Boston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,102 | $250 | $10,000+ |
Boston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,240 | $925 | $10,000+ |
Boston 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,901 | $825 | $10,000+ |
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Boston 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: March 18, 2025There are currently 1394281 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Boston, MA that range in price from $750 to $14,570. Kendall Square, North Station and West End Boston are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Boston with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:
Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
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Kendall Square | 29303 | $3,100 | $1,525 |
North Station | 26810 | $3,200 | $1,100 |
West End Boston | 26575 | $3,150 | $1,100 |
Harvard Square | 24063 | $2,925 | $1,300 |
North Allston | 23654 | $2,800 | $1,300 |
Waterfront | 21579 | $3,150 | $1,100 |
Central Maverick Square Paris St | 20659 | $3,000 | $1,100 |
Route 1 North | 20485 | $2,650 | $1,100 |
Lower Broadway | 18587 | $2,900 | $1,100 |
Hyde Square | 18489 | $2,950 | $1,250 |
Cheapest Available Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Boylston St, 40 | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,517 |
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Boston Overview
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Why live in Boston, MA?
From the one-of-a-kind people to the contagious hometown pride that pours from every inch of the city, Boston is truly a destination like no other. Irish-American heritage is omnipresent throughout the Boston area, and its St. Paddy's Day celebrations are truly the stuff of legend.
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Getting Around Boston, MA
Walk Score®
91 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
78 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
86 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Boston Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Boston with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Boston is at Boylston St, 40 listed at $1,517.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Boston Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Boston is $3,055.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Boston Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Boston is a square feet unit at .
What is the average size for Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Boston is currently 1,060 sq ft.
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