
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Boston, MA Under $3,000 (294 Rentals)


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Nazing Court

51 Park Dr

35 Orkney Rd

138 Holton St

18 Peverell St

8 Olmstead St

31 Ransom Rd
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40 Brackett St

366 Centre St

45 Ashford St

95 Bragdon St

16 Nonantum St, Unit 2, Unit 2

474 E 7th St

5 Buckley Ave

355 Market St

140 North Beacon St

30 Julian St
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14 Edison Grn, Unit 1, Unit 1

58 Brock St, Unit 2, Unit 2

123 Boston St, Unit 2, Unit 2

142 North Beacon St

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12 Holden St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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87 Devon St

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262 Willow St, Unit a, Unit a

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58 Brock St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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85 Gladstone St, Unit 85 Gladstone Street, Unit 85 Gladstone Street

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115 Regent St, Unit #3, Unit #3
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10 Fox St, Unit 10 Fox Street, Unit 10 Fox Street

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101 Orleans St

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156 Russett Rd, Unit a, Unit a

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26 Alpha Rd, Unit 26 Alpha Rd, Dorchester Center, Unit 26 Alpha Rd, Dorchester Center

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99 Colborne Rd, Unit #A, Unit #A

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22 Deering Rd, Unit 22 Deering Rd #1, Unit 22 Deering Rd #1

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255 Faneuil St, Unit Apt 1, Unit Apt 1

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4 Adella Pl, Unit 41, Unit 41

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58 Bennington St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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598 Hyde Park Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3
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30 Mount Hope St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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25 Chelsea St, Unit 3, Unit 3

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81 Beechcroft St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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18 Washburn St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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4 Adella Pl, Unit 4 Adella Place, Unit 4 Adella Place

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35 Abbotsford St, Unit 35 Abbotsford Street, Unit 35 Abbotsford Street

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24 Washburn St, Unit 3, Unit 3

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39 Turner St, Unit 3, Unit 3

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18 Fairbanks St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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4A Weld Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Boston?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Studio Apartments | $2,704 | $1,120 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,094 | $845 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,825 | $920 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,325 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,870 | $800 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,060 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,755 | $4,450 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Boston Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Boston with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Boston is at 51 Park Dr listed at $2,250.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Boston Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Boston is $4,325.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Boston Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Boston is a 1,919 square feet unit starting from $9,655 at Hancock Village.
What is the average size for Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Boston is currently 1,595 sq ft.
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