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Boston, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Boston, MA

Pricing Updated: 04/26/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Boston, MA area range in price from $700 to $25,723 with an overall median price of $5,981. The three Boston neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Regency at Bolton at $1,695, Minot at $1,800, and Pawtuckettville at $720. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Boston Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Regency at Bolton$2,400$1,6959
Minot$2,500$1,8002
Pawtuckettville$2,699$72056
Dogtown Common$2,700$1,6003
West Gloucester$2,700$1,6007
Bellingham Estates$2,771$1,20023
Montello$2,800$1,0509
Highlands$2,800$85060
North Attleborough Preserve$2,800$1,40028
Highlands Lowell$2,850$85067

Cheapest Available Boston Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short TermFurnished StudioStudio,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Boston, MA

As of April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Boston area is the $0.18 price per square foot 456 Salem St Model at 456 Salem St, Unit 6 in the in the Ferryway neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Boston apartment is the 22 Shepard St Model at 22 Shepard St, Unit B starting at $1,800 with a $0.18 price per square foot in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Boston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
456 Salem St, Unit 6456 Salem St1BR,1BA$0.18
22 Shepard St, Unit B22 Shepard St1BR,1BA$0.18
175 N Beacon St, Unit 1175 N Beacon StStudio ,1BA$0.18
48 Harvard St, Unit 348 Harvard St1BR,1BA$0.17
114 Perkins St, Unit 10114 Perkins StStudio ,1BA$0.18
119 Myrtle St, Unit #1119 Myrtle St1BR,1BA$0.18
23 Essex St, Unit #423 Essex St1BR,1BA$0.15
54 West St, Unit #1954 West St1BR,1BA$0.18
3 Forest St, Unit #2023 Forest St1BR,1BA$0.18
89 Broadway, Unit 389 Broadway1BR,1BA$0.18

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Frequently Asked Questions about Boston

What type of rentals are currently available in Boston?

There are currently 33262 Apartments for Rent in Boston, MA with pricing that ranges from $700 to $25,723. There are also 18016 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Boston ranging from $820 to $42,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Boston ranges from $820 to $42,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,568.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Boston range from $900 to $21,771, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,950 to $40,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $700.

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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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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA

Written by: Amelia Ramstead

Boston is known for its exciting combination of early American history and modern high-tech universities and employers.

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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.

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Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters

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As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.