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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Boston?
Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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Boston Studio Apartments | $2,610 | $900 | $10,000+ |
Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,003 | $800 | $10,000+ |
Boston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,639 | $375 | $10,000+ |
Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,094 | $900 | $10,000+ |
Boston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,850 | $900 | $10,000+ |
Boston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,922 | $1,020 | $10,000+ |
Boston 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,693 | $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 Boston
How much are Studio apartments in Boston?
There are currently 4,157 Studio Apartments in Boston with rent ranges from $900 to $16,217 with an average price of $2,610.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Boston Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Boston ranges from $800 to $29,690 with an average monthly rent of $3,003.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Boston cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Boston range from $375 to $30,210. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,639.
How expensive are Boston Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 5,524 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Boston on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $900 to $45,000 - averaging $4,094 for the location.
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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