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from $1,3503 Bedroom Apartment Available Sep 1
26 Lake Shore Ter, Unit 2
26 Lake Shore TerBoston, MA 02135
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Boston, MA from $700 with Swimming Pool (9 Rentals)
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from $1,900Studio Apartment Available Sep 1
1411 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 404
1411 Commonwealth AveBoston, MA 02135
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One of the easiest and more obvious ways of enjoying the summer sun is to lounge out by your community pool. Learn a Few Rules to Keep in Mind while at the pool.
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from $1,1201 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 25
18 Townsend St, Unit Bedroom in 2Bed appart
18 Townsend StWaltham, MA 02453
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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.
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from $1,650Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Ridgecrest Village
5120 Washington StWest Roxbury, MA 02132
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Carlyle House Apartments
135 Ward StRevere, MA 02151
Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Read our practical guide to landlord and tenant rights. Understand protected classes, reasonable accommodations, and legal exceptions to prevent housing discrimination.
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from $1,844Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Chase at Overlook Ridge
11 Overlook Ridge DrRevere, MA 02151
Boston's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
Learn about Boston and the best places to live around the area with original content written by our Boston, MA Local Expert Amelia Ramstead
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from $1,850Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Altitude Apartments
211 Kennedy DrMalden, MA 02148
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Boston, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Boston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Studio Apartments | $2,657 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,113 | $775 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,697 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,112 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,865 | $895 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,785 | $875 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,199 | $825 | $10,000+ |
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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 $5,952.
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 15,621 regular apartments in Boston that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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.
The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA
Written by: Amelia Ramstead
Boston is known for its exciting combination of early American history and modern high-tech universities and employers.
Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.
The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.
Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.