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224-236 SEAVER StBoston, MA 02121
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40 Boylston StBoston, MA 02116
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22 Humphreys StBoston, MA 02125
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22 Humphreys StBoston, MA 02125
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Boston, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Boston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Studio Apartments | $2,610 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,040 | $800 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,599 | $1,125 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,106 | $875 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,935 | $775 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,930 | $800 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,280 | $775 | $10,000+ |
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Boston Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Boston?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Boston is under $1,150.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Boston?
The cheapest apartment in Boston is Boylston St, 40 which is listed at $1,517, while the average apartment in Boston costs $6,009.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Boston?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 10,444 regular apartments in Boston that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Boston?
Cheap apartments in Boston have an average cost of $468 which is $5,541 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Boston.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA
Written by: Amelia Ramstead
Boston is known for its exciting combination of early American history and modern high-tech universities and employers.
Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.
Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.
Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.