Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Crossing Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $1,700 (345 Rentals)

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Downtown Crossing, Boston, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Crossing Apartments for Rent

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

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Crossing, MA

As of April 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Crossing 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 Crossing apartment is the 28 Hull St Model at 28 Hull St, Unit 7 starting at $2,200 with a $0.22 price per square foot in the Financial District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Crossing apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
32 Hull St, Unit 332 Hull St1BR,1BA$0.23
28 Hull St, Unit 728 Hull St1BR,1BA$0.22
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
171 Beacon St, Unit 168-1171 Beacon St1BR,1BA$0.22
58 Anderson St, Unit 258 Anderson StStudio ,1BA$0.20
168 Beacon St, Unit 2168 Beacon St1BR,1BA$0.22
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 Crossing

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Crossing?

There are currently 2339 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Crossing, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,300 to $21,000. There are also 1443 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Crossing ranging from $1,850 to $40,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Crossing ranges from $1,850 to $40,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,415.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Crossing range from $1,300 to $21,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,700 to $40,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,350.

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