
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Boston Neighborhood of Boston, MA (2,123 Rentals)


62 on the Park

One Greenway

660 Washington

The Towers at Longfellow

One Canal Apartments

The Copley Group Beacon Hill

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Boston's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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The Benjamin Seaport Residences

Avalon North Station

12 Commonwealth

Christopher Columbus Plaza

The West End Apartments

LUKA on the Common

212 Stuart

Winter Street Apartments, 8

The Victor by Windsor

The Lofts at Atlantic Wharf

Mercantile Wharf

Boylston St, 40

196 Salem St, Unit FL5-ID1079

1 Nashua St

1 Nashua St, Unit FL9-ID526

125 Salem St, Unit FL3-ID452

120 Kingston St, Unit FL8-ID245

Bowdoin School

Liberty Tree Lofts by FiDi

The Metropolitan Apartments

459 Washington St, Unit #1

500 Atlantic Ave, Unit PH21B

11 Myrtle St, Unit B

42 S Russell St, Unit 3

54 Garden St, Unit 3
Downtown Boston, Boston, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Boston?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Downtown Boston Studio Apartments | $2,812 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,536 | $1,575 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Boston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,228 | $1,650 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,748 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Boston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,502 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Boston, Boston, MA
Ranked #72
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Massachusetts and customized analysis for Central Boston. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, apartment complexes for the kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Family-Friendly Rating
Renting for your family? Downtown Boston has now become known as a top area for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. This includes features like parks, picnic areas, recreation rooms, walking and biking trails, and access to highly-rated education.
Outdoors Rating
We think living with nice outdoor spaces is something that is important for them. This part of town has established a name for itself as providing fantastic access to the outdoors, with a score of 3.0 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
This neighborhood is one of our preferred high-end neighborhoods in town, with a score of 3.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, concierge services, park access, and quartz countertops in the kitchen with high-end appliances. Luxury submarkets also often offer tile, hardwood, and fine carpeting, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
Pet Friendly Rating
There's good news if you raise dogs and cats. This section of Boston ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Boston
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Boston?
There are currently 235 Studio Apartments in Downtown Boston with rent ranges from $1,800 to $13,000 with an average price of $2,812.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Boston Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Boston ranges from $1,575 to $12,130 with an average monthly rent of $3,536.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Boston cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Boston range from $1,650 to $17,653. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,228.
How expensive are Downtown Boston Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 248 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Boston on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,300 to $21,000 - averaging $5,748 for the location.
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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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.