
Cheap Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in South Boston, MA from $700 (129 Rentals)
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Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home

Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home

Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home

Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home

Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home

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23 Newport St

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15 Romsey St

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39 Adrian St

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39 Adrian St

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South Boston, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Boston?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Boston Studio Apartments | $2,793 | $1,713 | $10,000+ |
South Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,390 | $900 | $10,000+ |
South Boston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,026 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
South Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,485 | $900 | $10,000+ |
South Boston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,832 | $800 | $10,000+ |
South Boston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,138 | $875 | $10,000+ |
South Boston 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,042 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
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Getting Around South Boston, MA
Walk Score®
86 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
70 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
66 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Boston Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Boston?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Boston is at 35 @ EightSixty listed at $1,713.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Boston Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Boston Apartment is $1,517 at Boylston St, 40.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords & 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.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

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.