Apartments for Rent by Owner in South Boston, MA (150 Rentals)

21 Wabeno St, Unit 21 Wabeno Street

14 John Eliot Square 4F, Unit 4F

100 Summer St, Unit #303
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8 Chesterton St, Unit 1
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109 Buttonwood St, Unit 1

125 Buttonwood St, Unit 3
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66 Beach Point Pl, Unit 4

15 Harbor Point Blvd, Unit 1

198 Endicott St, Unit 2

247 Savin Hill Ave, Unit 2

2 Chesterton St, Unit 2
South Boston, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Boston?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
South Boston Studio Apartments | $2,843 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
South Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,454 | $870 | $10,000+ |
South Boston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,082 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
South Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,478 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
South Boston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,782 | $900 | $10,000+ |
South Boston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,894 | $875 | $10,000+ |
South Boston 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,942 | $1,025 | $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 For rent By Owner South Boston Apartments
What is the Cheapest For rent By Owner apartment in South Boston?
Currently the most affordable For rent By Owner Apartment in South Boston is at 73 Westland Ave, Unit 4 listed at $1,500.
How much is the average rent for a For rent By Owner South Boston Apartment?
The average rent for a For rent By Owner Apartment in South Boston is $3,239.
What is the largest For rent By Owner South Boston Apartment for rent?
Today's For rent By Owner apartment with the most square footage in South Boston is a 9,999 square feet unit starting from $4,200 at 151 E Cottage St.
What is the average size for South Boston For rent By Owner Apartments for rent?
The average size for a For rent By Owner rental in South Boston is currently at 1,390 sq ft.
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