
New Apartments for Rent in Boston, MA Under $3,000 (215 Rentals)


The Melnea Residences

The Eddy

1700 Dorchester Ave

Parkway Apartments

Velo Forest Hills Apartments

South Standard

The Brynx

The Tremont
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The Charley

3200 Washington

125 WARREN

Bremen 282

Addison

1550 on the Charles

The Harvey

The Andi

Hub25

FLAT 9 at WHITTIER

7INK
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36 Cottage St

Walter Huntington Apartments

365 Western Ave

44 Winter St

Zero Athens

Lantera at Boston Landing

1047 Commonwealth Avenue

Residences at Brighton Marine

MBH Apartments

250 Centre
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656 Saratoga Street

151 Park Dr

BLDG 89

Terra on Lenox

Logan Square Residences - 55+ Community

15 Maywood St, Unit 4

Residences on 26 West Broadway
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A.O. Flats at Forest Hills
Boston's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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Presidential Point
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Boston?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Boston Studio Apartments | $2,712 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,122 | $920 | $10,000+ |
Boston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,727 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,101 | $975 | $10,000+ |
Boston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,854 | $850 | $10,000+ |
Boston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,696 | $900 | $10,000+ |
Boston 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,079 | $900 | $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
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Frequently Asked Questions about New Boston Apartments
What is the Cheapest New apartment in Boston?
Currently the most affordable New Apartment in Boston is at 7INK listed at $1,457.
How much is the average rent for a New Boston Apartment?
The average rent for a New Apartment in Boston is $4,678.
What is the largest New Boston Apartment for rent?
Today's New apartment with the most square footage in Boston is a 9,999 square feet unit starting from $4,950 at 49 Alpine St, Unit 2.
What is the average size for Boston New Apartments for rent?
The average size for a New rental in Boston is currently at 672 sq ft.
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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.

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
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