
Apartments for Rent in Boston, MA Under $3,500 (7,312 Rentals)


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42 Radnor Rd, Unit 1

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15 Melvin Ave, Unit 7

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1307 Commonwealth Ave

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1030 Commonwealth Ave

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34 Gloucester St

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51 Custer St

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10 Boston St

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22 Anita Ter

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237 W Newton St, Unit 2
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62 Empire St, Unit 1

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237 W Newton St

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14 Turner St

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8 Feneno Ter, Unit 1

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85 Brainerd Rd, Unit 1

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840 Huntington Ave

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62 Empire St, Unit 2

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838 Huntington Ave

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733 Parker St, Unit 2

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61 West Cedar St, Unit 3
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36 Georgia St

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62 Empire St

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94 Mount Pleasant Ave

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20 Dawes St

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62 Gordon St, Unit 3

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44 Blenford Rd, Unit 1

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20 Dawes St, Unit 1

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15 Garden St, Unit 4

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23 Oakwood St

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433 Shawmut Ave, Unit 3A
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115 Salem St, Unit 3

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86 Elmira St, Unit 2

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319 A St, Unit 1

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148 W 3rd St, Unit 2

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188 Hillside St

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30 Brackett St, Unit 1

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10 Brackett St, Unit 2

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43 Bay State Rd, Unit 2R

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100 Linden St, Unit 2

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26 Fayette St, Unit 01
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1028 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 103

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149 Centre St, Unit 1

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17 Cummings St, Unit 2

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126 Jersey St, Unit D

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62 Empire St, Unit 1

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45 Ashford St, Unit 2

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29 Brainerd Rd, Unit 305

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10 Boston St, Unit #2

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55 Joy St, Unit 2

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81 West Cedar St, Unit 2
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Boston, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Boston?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Studio Apartments Under $3500 | $2,631 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $3500 | $2,951 | $925 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $3500 | $3,565 | $375 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $3500 | $4,197 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $3500 | $5,162 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,581 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,451 | $1,150 | $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 3,938 Studio Apartments in Boston with rent ranges from $1,100 to $21,928 with an average price of $2,631.
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 $925 to $19,700 with an average monthly rent of $2,951.
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 $21,050. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,565.
How expensive are Boston Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 3,865 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Boston on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $900 to $20,649 - averaging $4,197 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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Written by: Amelia Ramstead
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Written by: Amelia Ramstead
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.