
Cheap Homes for Rent in South Boston, MA from $800 (64 Rentals)
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10 Norton St

10 Gibson St

7 Linden St

35 Howell St

35 Newport St

52 Crescent Ave

368 Park St

106 Beacon St

35 Catawba St
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4 Vine Ave

19 Harvest St

41 Dorr St

195 Hancock St

29 Spring Garden St

48 Dudley St

57 Pleasant St

240 Silver St

286 Bowen St

595 E 4th St

88 Glen St

5 Dixfield St

114 Boston St

50 Dudley St

90 Mt Vernon St

36 N Bennet

33 Howell St

19 Putnam Ave

33 N Margin St

50 Columbus Ave

102 Tyler St

3 Goodwin Pl

22 Humphreys St, Unit 4

55 Rutherford Ave

33 Chelsea St, Unit REAR unit

33 Chelsea St, Unit Chelsea St

125 Warren St, Unit Warren St

241 Beacon St, Unit BF

247 Beacon St, Unit BF

259 Beacon St, Unit BF

245 Beacon St, Unit BF

19 Cumberland St

767 Tremont St, Unit 2

290 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 24

76 Myrtle St

21 Boston St

2 Melrose St

31 Chelsea St, Unit 1R

31 Chelsea St, Unit uni1R 1-bed 1 -bath

86 Charles St, Unit 2
South Boston, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in South Boston?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Boston 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,938 | $1,650 | $10,000+ |
South Boston 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,002 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
South Boston 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,693 | $825 | $10,000+ |
South Boston 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,142 | $975 | $10,000+ |
South Boston 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,400 | $1,125 | $10,000+ |
South Boston 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,633 | $1,450 | $8,750 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in South Boston, MA
Pricing Updated: 03/21/2025Current apartment rentals in the South Boston, MA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for South Boston Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Cheapest Available South Boston Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in South Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at 35 @ EightSixty in the Kendall Square neighborhood priced from $1,713. 125 WARREN in the Roxbury neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Boston apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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35 @ EightSixty | Studio - Income-Based | Studio,1BA | $1,713 |
125 WARREN | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
7INK | Georgia | 3BR,2BA | $1,964 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Boston, MA and Nearby
As of March 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Boston area is the $0.18 price per square foot 60 Huntington Ave Model at 60 Huntington Ave, Unit 53-103 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $1,825. The second greatest value South Boston apartment is the 60 Huntington Ave Model at 60 Huntington Ave, Unit 53-103 starting at $1,825 with a $0.18 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Boston apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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60 Huntington Ave, Unit 53-103 | 60 Huntington Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.18 |
60 Huntington Ave, Unit 53-103 | 60 Huntington Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.18 |
246 Beacon St, Unit BF | 246 Beacon St | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
73 Westland Ave | 73 Westland Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
58 Anderson St, Unit 58 anderson unit 2 | 58 Anderson St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
58 Anderson St, Unit 8 | 58 Anderson St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
65 Anderson St, Unit anderson street 2 | 65 Anderson St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
58 Anderson St, Unit 2 | 58 Anderson St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
307 Beacon St, Unit 8 | 307 Beacon St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
97 Cottage St, Unit #A | 97 Cottage St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about South Boston
What type of rentals are currently available in South Boston?
There are currently 8282 Apartments for Rent in South Boston, MA with pricing that ranges from $925 to $29,560. There are also 3475 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Boston ranging from $825 to $40,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Boston?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Boston ranges from $825 to $40,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,197.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Boston?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Boston range from $1,250 to $27,208, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,025 to $40,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $825 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $975.
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.

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.

What to Know About Fees and Fines When Renting
Written by: Trey Huguley
When it comes to renting a new apartment or home there can be a number of fees that you will want to keep in mind going into the process.

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.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.