Apartments for Rent by Owner in Boston, MA Under $900 (1 Rental)
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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 |
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Boston Studio Apartments | $2,657 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,113 | $775 | $10,000+ |
Boston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,697 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,112 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
Boston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,865 | $895 | $10,000+ |
Boston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,785 | $875 | $10,000+ |
Boston 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,199 | $825 | $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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about For rent By Owner Boston Apartments
What is the Cheapest For rent By Owner apartment in Boston?
Currently the most affordable For rent By Owner Apartment in Boston is at 3 Lawndale Ter, Unit 2 listed at $895.
How much is the average rent for a For rent By Owner Boston Apartment?
The average rent for a For rent By Owner Apartment in Boston is $3,036.
What is the largest For rent By Owner Boston Apartment for rent?
Today's For rent By Owner apartment with the most square footage in Boston is a 9,999 square feet unit starting from $10,800 at 228 Calumet St.
What is the average size for Boston For rent By Owner Apartments for rent?
The average size for a For rent By Owner rental in Boston is currently at 1,721 sq ft.
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.

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