Gated Apartments for Rent in Boston, MA Under $3,000 (420 Rentals)

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3 Carmel St, Unit 1
$2,995
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3 Carmel St, Unit 1

3 Carmel StBoston, MA 02120
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21 Commonwealth Ave, Unit #12 - 103
$2,995
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21 Commonwealth Ave, Unit #12 - 103

21 Commonwealth AveBoston, MA 02116
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208 Kelton St, Unit #240 - 7
$2,995
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208 Kelton St, Unit #240 - 7

208 Kelton StBoston, MA 02134
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35 Queensberry, Unit #60 - 17
$2,995
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35 Queensberry, Unit #60 - 17

35 QueensberryBoston, MA 02215
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187 Green St, Unit 405
$2,975
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$2,975

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187 Green St, Unit 405

187 Green StBoston, MA 02130
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87 Gardner St, Unit 10
$2,950
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$2,950

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87 Gardner St, Unit 10

87 Gardner StBoston, MA 02134
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75 Gardena St, Unit 11-7G
$2,942
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$2,942

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75 Gardena St, Unit 11-7G

75 Gardena StBoston, MA 02135
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26 Fayette St
$2,900
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26 Fayette St

26 Fayette StBoston, MA 02116
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Getting Around Boston, MA

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Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

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78 / 100

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Biking is convenient for most trips

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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 424 Bowdoin St, Unit 1 listed at $875.

How much is the average rent for a Gated Boston Apartment?

The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Boston is $3,822.

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 $3,800 at 58 Vinal Ave, 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 1,859 sq ft.

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