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| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Studio Apartments | $2,655 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,081 | $840 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,807 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,116 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,715 | $800 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,828 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,729 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
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Currently the most affordable Studio in Boston is at Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term listed at $1,200.
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Boston is $2,655.
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Boston is a 9,999 square feet unit starting from $2,000 at 21 Euston.
The average size for a Studio rental in Boston is currently 1,579 sq ft.
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Hello! I’m Amelia, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Boston.
Written by: Amelia Ramstead
Hello! I’m Amelia, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Boston.
Written by: Amelia Ramstead
Hello! I’m Amelia, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com expert for Boston!
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