Cheap Homes for Rent in West End Boston Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $1,200 (747 Rentals)

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West End Boston, Boston, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available West End Boston Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Boylston St, 401 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,517
The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West End Boston, MA

As of April 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the West 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 West 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 West 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
75 Division St, Unit #175 Division St1BR,1BA$0.20
75 Division St, Unit 175 Division St1BR,1BA$0.20
487 E Broadway, Unit #4487 E Broadway1BR,1BA$0.20
114 Perkins St, Unit 10114 Perkins StStudio ,1BA$0.18
33A Harding St, Unit A33A Harding St1BR,1BA$0.19
60 Huntington Ave, Unit 53-10360 Huntington AveStudio ,1BA$0.18
60 Huntington Ave, Unit 53-10360 Huntington AveStudio ,1BA$0.18
112 Perkins St, Unit 10112 Perkins StStudio ,1BA$0.19

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Frequently Asked Questions about West End Boston

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

There are currently 9622 Apartments for Rent in West End Boston, MA with pricing that ranges from $800 to $21,000. There are also 5405 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West End Boston ranging from $1,600 to $40,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West End Boston ranges from $1,600 to $40,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,328.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West End Boston range from $1,050 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 $3,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $925.

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