Student Apartments for Rent in Boston, MA Under $4,000 (88 Rentals)

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Rentals in Boston near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.

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Fenway Triangle
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$3,761 - $8,232
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$3,761 - $8,232

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$3,761 - $8,232
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Fenway Triangle

180 Brookline AveBoston, MA 02215
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Van Ness
$3,534 - $6,736
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$3,534 - $6,736

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$3,534 - $6,736
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Van Ness

1335 Boylston StBoston, MA 02215
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Pierce Boston
Rent Specials
$3,396 - $11,415
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$3,396 - $11,415

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$3,396 - $11,415
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Pierce Boston

200 Brookline AveBoston, MA 02215
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James and Harrison Court
Rent Specials
$3,250 - $6,185
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$3,250 - $6,185

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$3,250 - $6,185
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

James and Harrison Court

45 E Newton StBoston, MA 02118
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12 Commonwealth
Rent Specials
$3,100 - $4,450
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$3,100 - $4,450

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$3,100 - $4,450
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 15, 2026

12 Commonwealth

12 Commonwealth AveBoston, MA 02116
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The Brynx
$2,981 - $5,634
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$2,981 - $5,634

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$2,981 - $5,634
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The Brynx

201 S Huntington AveBoston, MA 02130
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345 Harrison
Rent Specials
$2,959 - $7,337
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$2,947 - $7,325
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$12

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$2,959 - $7,337
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

345 Harrison

345 Harrison AveBoston, MA 02118
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The Indie
Rent Specials
$2,795 - $6,385
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$2,795 - $6,385

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$2,795 - $6,385
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The Indie

35-43 Braintree StBoston, MA 02134
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J VUE at the LMA
Rent Specials
$2,562 - $4,657
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$2,562 - $4,657

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$2,562 - $4,657
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

J VUE at the LMA

75 Saint Alphonsus StBoston, MA 02120
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Peninsula Apartments
Rent Specials
$2,185 - $12,273
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$2,185 - $12,273

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$2,185 - $12,273
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Peninsula Apartments

401 Mount Vernon StBoston, MA 02125
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Top Neighborhoods Near Boston Colleges and Universities

Learn about the best Boston neighborhoods for student renters by our Boston, MA Local Expert Amelia Ramstead

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54 Saint Stephen St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

54 Saint Stephen St

54 Saint Stephen StBoston, MA 02115
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1451 Tremont St
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

1451 Tremont St

1451 Tremont StBoston, MA 02120
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221 Newbury St
1 Bedroom Apartments

221 Newbury St

221 Newbury StBoston, MA 02116
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Harbor Point
$2,173 - $4,419
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$2,173 - $4,419

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$2,173 - $4,419
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Harbor Point

24 Oyster Bay RdBoston, MA 02125
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6 Clearway St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

6 Clearway St

6 Clearway StBoston, MA 02115
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Peterborough Apartments
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Peterborough Apartments

109 Peterborough StBoston, MA 02215
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Douglass Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Douglass Apartments

650 Columbus AveBoston, MA 02118
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Flats on Westland
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Flats on Westland

16 Westland AveBoston, MA 02115
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25 Queensberry St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

25 Queensberry St

25 Queensberry StBoston, MA 02215
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309-315 Huntington Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

309-315 Huntington Ave

309-315 Huntington AveBoston, MA 02115
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Deciding Between a Student Apartment or a Dorm?

If you have the option of living off campus in your own apartment...that is the sure fire way to go! Learn a few reasons why. Click below to read more.

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75 Westland Ave
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

75 Westland Ave

75 Westland AveBoston, MA 02115
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The Riverway House
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Riverway House

352-364 RiverwayBoston, MA 02115
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330 Saint Paul St
$3,500 - $9,000
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$3,500 - $9,000

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$3,500 - $9,000
2 to 6 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 1, 2026

330 Saint Paul St

330 Saint Paul StBrookline, MA 02446
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One65 Main
$3,313 - $12,143
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$3,313 - $12,143

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$3,313 - $12,143
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

One65 Main

165 Main StCambridge, MA 02142
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115 Mt Auburn (Fully Furnished)
$3,300 - $3,500
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$3,300 - $3,500

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$3,300 - $3,500
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Soon

115 Mt Auburn (Fully Furnished)

115 Mount Auburn StCambridge, MA 02138
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Watermark Kendall West
Rent Specials
$3,183 - $6,446
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$3,183 - $6,446

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$3,183 - $6,446
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Watermark Kendall West

350 3rd StCambridge, MA 02142
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Boston Major Employer Neighborhood Guide: Living Near UMass, MGH, & State Street

Get the local scoop! ApartmentHomeLiving's Boston Expert reveals the best neighborhoods to rent for employees of UMass Boston, Mass General Hospital, State Street, and more.

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Top Neighborhoods Near Boston Colleges and Universities

Learn About the Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near College Campuses in Boston, MA | Find Boston Off-Campus Student Housing at ApartmentHomeLiving.com

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91 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

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78 / 100

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Frequently Asked Questions about Student Boston Apartments

What is the Cheapest Student apartment in Boston?

Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in Boston is at 14 Horace St listed at $1,100.

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

The average rent for a Student Apartment in Boston is $3,973.

What is the largest Student Boston Apartment for rent?

Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in Boston is a 9,999 square feet unit starting from $3,500 at 330 Saint Paul St.

What is the average size for Boston Student Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Student rental in Boston is currently at 668 sq ft.

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