
Top Rated Gated Apartments for Rent in Boston, MA (254 Rentals)
Apartments in Boston with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


One Canal Apartments

The Bon

Church Park

The Frances at Ashmont Flats

Velo Forest Hills Apartments

The Melnea Residences
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The Smith

South Standard

The Brynx

Alcott

Pierce Boston

The Eddy

J VUE at the LMA

James and Harrison Court

One Greenway

Van Ness

Flats on D

West Square Apartments
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Fenway Triangle

Emerson Place

Troy Boston

The Greenhouse Apartments

125 WARREN

Clippership Apartments on the Wharf

The Residences on Broadway

Girard

The Alyx

Gables Seaport

The Harvey
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The Andi

Hub50House

The Benjamin Seaport Residences

Avalon North Station

Watermark Seaport

12 Commonwealth

315 on A
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Ink Block

Avenir

1330 Boylston

Piano Craft Guild

7INK

VIA Seaport Residences

Zero Athens

212 Stuart

Residences at Brighton Marine

839 Beacon
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Lantera at Boston Landing

Castle Square

The Victor by Windsor
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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 | $2,622 | $900 | $10,000+ |
Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,014 | $800 | $10,000+ |
Boston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,613 | $375 | $10,000+ |
Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,095 | $900 | $10,000+ |
Boston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,854 | $900 | $10,000+ |
Boston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,913 | $995 | $10,000+ |
Boston 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,657 | $1,200 | $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 Gated Boston Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Boston?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Boston is at 98 Topliff St, Unit 2 listed at $800.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Boston Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Boston is $3,878.
What is the largest Gated Boston Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Boston is a 10,000 square feet unit starting from $3,000 at 41 Walker St, Unit 1.
What is the average size for Boston Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in Boston is currently at 1,946 sq ft.
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