Cheap Homes for Rent in South End Boston Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $1,200 (248 Rentals)

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South End Boston, Boston, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South End Boston Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
35 @ EightSixtyStudio - Income-BasedStudio,1BA$1,713
7INKCambria4BR,2BA$1,903

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South End Boston, MA

As of April 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the South End Boston area is the $0.20 price per square foot 679 Massachusetts Ave Model at 679 Massachusetts Ave, Unit #B in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value South End Boston apartment is the 73 Westland Ave Model at 73 Westland Ave starting at $1,975 with a $0.20 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South End Boston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
679 Massachusetts Ave, Unit #B679 Massachusetts AveStudio ,1BA$0.20
73 Westland Ave73 Westland AveStudio ,1BA$0.20
49 Hemenway St, Unit #949 Hemenway St1BR,1BA$0.23
30 Edgerly Rd30 Edgerly RdStudio ,1BA$0.23
217 Harrison Ave, Unit #2217 Harrison Ave2BR,1BA$0.23
55 Huntington Ave, Unit 59-555 Huntington Ave1BR,1BA$0.22
55 Huntington Ave, Unit 59-555 Huntington Ave1BR,1BA$0.22
60 Huntington Ave, Unit 53-10360 Huntington AveStudio ,1BA$0.18
60 Huntington Ave, Unit 53-10360 Huntington AveStudio ,1BA$0.18
1111 Boylston St, Unit 391111 Boylston StStudio ,1BA$0.23

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Frequently Asked Questions about South End Boston

What type of rentals are currently available in South End Boston?

There are currently 2216 Apartments for Rent in South End Boston, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,395 to $20,153. There are also 1336 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South End Boston ranging from $1,225 to $22,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South End Boston ranges from $1,225 to $22,500 with an average monthly rent of $5,687.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South End Boston range from $1,395 to $19,587, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,700 to $9,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,903.

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