Cheap Homes for Rent in Back Bay Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $1,800 (358 Rentals)

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Back Bay, MA

As of April 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Back Bay area is the $0.18 price per square foot 60 Huntington Ave Model at 60 Huntington Ave, Unit 53-103 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $1,825. The second greatest value Back Bay apartment is the 60 Huntington Ave Model at 60 Huntington Ave, Unit 53-103 starting at $1,825 with a $0.18 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Back Bay apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
60 Huntington Ave, Unit 53-10360 Huntington AveStudio ,1BA$0.18
60 Huntington Ave, Unit 53-10360 Huntington AveStudio ,1BA$0.18
73 Westland Ave73 Westland AveStudio ,1BA$0.20
307 Beacon St, Unit 8307 Beacon StStudio ,1BA$0.21
171 Beacon St, Unit 168-1171 Beacon St1BR,1BA$0.22
55 Huntington Ave, Unit 59-555 Huntington Ave1BR,1BA$0.22
55 Huntington Ave, Unit 59-555 Huntington Ave1BR,1BA$0.22
168 Beacon St, Unit 2168 Beacon St1BR,1BA$0.22
49 Hemenway St, Unit #949 Hemenway St1BR,1BA$0.23
30 Edgerly Rd30 Edgerly RdStudio ,1BA$0.23

Frequently Asked Questions about Back Bay

What type of rentals are currently available in Back Bay?

There are currently 1812 Apartments for Rent in Back Bay, MA with pricing that ranges from $975 to $16,500. There are also 1303 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Back Bay ranging from $1,850 to $22,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Back Bay?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Back Bay ranges from $1,850 to $22,500 with an average monthly rent of $6,247.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Back Bay?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Back Bay range from $1,395 to $14,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,200 to $12,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,000.

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