Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Boston Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $2,000 (282 Rentals)

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Boston's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Downtown Boston, Boston, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Boston Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Boylston St, 401 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,517

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Boston, MA

As of April 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Boston area is the $0.23 price per square foot 32 Hull St Model at 32 Hull St, Unit 3 in the in the Financial District neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Downtown Boston apartment is the 83 Essex St Model at 83 Essex St starting at $2,400 with a $0.24 price per square foot in the Financial District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Boston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
32 Hull St, Unit 332 Hull St1BR,1BA$0.23
83 Essex St83 Essex St1BR,1BA$0.24
28 Hull St, Unit 728 Hull St1BR,1BA$0.22
43 Anderson St, Unit #41-3243 Anderson StStudio ,1BA$0.24
60 Prince St, Unit 960 Prince St1BR,1BA$0.21
217 Harrison Ave, Unit #2217 Harrison Ave2BR,1BA$0.23
58 Anderson St, Unit 858 Anderson StStudio ,1BA$0.20
58 Anderson St, Unit 258 Anderson StStudio ,1BA$0.20
58 Anderson St, Unit 858 Anderson StStudio ,1BA$0.20
11 Myrtle St, Unit B11 Myrtle StStudio ,1BA$0.23

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Boston

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Boston?

There are currently 1786 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Boston, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,300 to $21,000. There are also 1110 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Boston ranging from $2,000 to $22,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Boston?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Boston ranges from $2,000 to $22,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,603.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Boston?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Boston range from $1,300 to $21,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,000 to $22,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,350.

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