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148 Washington St, Unit #1

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3215 Washington St, Unit 2
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40 Forest St, Unit large rooms in 4-BR
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Boston?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Boston Studio Apartments | $2,750 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,117 | $750 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Boston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,722 | $375 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,123 | $900 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Boston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,925 | $850 | $10,000+ |
Boston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,956 | $900 | $10,000+ |
Boston 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,607 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
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Boston, MA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Boston, MA
Pricing Updated: 07/30/2025Current apartment rentals in the Boston, MA area range in price from $375 to $45,000 with an overall median price of $6,570. The three Boston neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Lower Belvidere at $1,595, North Attleborough Preserve at $1,300, and Back Central at $2,100. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Boston Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Lower Belvidere | $2,400 | $1,595 | 25 |
North Attleborough Preserve | $2,623 | $1,300 | 21 |
Back Central | $2,625 | $2,100 | 3 |
South Lowell | $2,625 | $1,595 | 21 |
South Common | $2,650 | $1,650 | 43 |
Highlands | $2,725 | $1,900 | 16 |
Highlands Lowell | $2,725 | $1,700 | 30 |
South Lawrence | $2,775 | $1,650 | 42 |
Downtown Lowell | $2,800 | $850 | 37 |
Pawtuckettville | $2,800 | $720 | 20 |
Cheapest Available Boston Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term | Furnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Boston, MA
As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Boston area is the $0.17 price per square foot 69 S Huntington Ave Model at 69 S Huntington Ave, Unit 53-301 in the in the West Fens neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Boston apartment is the 69 S Huntington Ave Model at 69 S Huntington Ave, Unit 53-301 starting at $1,695 with a $0.17 price per square foot in the West Fens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Boston apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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69 S Huntington Ave, Unit 53-301 | 69 S Huntington Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.17 |
69 S Huntington Ave, Unit 53-301 | 69 S Huntington Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.17 |
48 Harvard St, Unit 3 | 48 Harvard St | 1BR,1BA | $0.17 |
22 Shepard St, Unit B | 22 Shepard St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
126 Warren St, Unit 8 | 126 Warren St | Studio ,1BA | $0.18 |
146 Allston St, Unit 3 | 146 Allston St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
84 Gordon St, Unit 101 | 84 Gordon St | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
52 S Border Rd, Unit A | 52 S Border Rd | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
52 S Border Rd, Unit A | 52 S Border Rd | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
52 S Border Rd, Unit A | 52 S Border Rd | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
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Boston Overview
When people think Massachusetts they instantly think Boston. Home of the Red Sox, Dropkick Murphys and that oh-so-famous tea party, Boston is a New England destination that far surpasses most visitor's expectations with ease. Covering almost fifty square miles and boasting an extended population of almost five million people (all of them Sox fans!), Boston is one of the nation's premier east coast cities and finding your new home in one of the many options in Boston apartments and rentals is the best.
Why live in Boston, MA?
From the one-of-a-kind people to the contagious hometown pride that pours from every inch of the city, Boston is truly a destination like no other. Irish-American heritage is omnipresent throughout the Boston area, and its St. Paddy's Day celebrations are truly the stuff of legend.
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Getting Around Boston, MA
Walk Score®
91 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
78 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
86 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Boston Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Boston?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Boston is under $1,150.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Boston?
The cheapest apartment in Boston is Boylston St, 40 which is listed at $1,517, while the average apartment in Boston costs $6,570.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Boston?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 5,891 regular apartments in Boston that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Boston?
Cheap apartments in Boston have an average cost of $383 which is $6,187 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Boston.
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.

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A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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