
Apartments for Rent in the Back Bay Neighborhood of Boston, MA (1,563 Rentals)


St. Germain Apartments

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Waldorf Lofts

100 Hemenway

The Greenhouse Apartments

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12 Commonwealth

Atrio Boston

Fenway Parkside

83 Westland Ave

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103 Hemenway St
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Symphony Road Apartments

Westland Avenue Apartments

75 Westland Ave

6 Clearway St

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30 Dalton

Tent City Development

MBH Apartments

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45 Westland Ave

55 Hemenway St

54 Saint Stephen St
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57 Westland Ave

52 Clearway St

44 Clearway St

28 Clearway St

90 Westland Ave

65 Hemenway St

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Flats on Westland

46 Westland Ave

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The Torrington

The Colonnade Residences
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24 Westland Ave

97 St Stephen St

165-171 Hemenway St

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80 Fenway

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63 Saint Botolph St

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11 Commonwealth Ave

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117 Beacon St

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30 Isabella St

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305 Shawmut Ave, Unit 2

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141 Warren Ave, Unit 6A
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87 Gainsborough St, Unit 205

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76 Saint Stephen St, Unit 3

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62 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 8

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219 W Newton St, Unit 4

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656 Tremont St, Unit #5

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33 Hanson St, Unit 4

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290 Beacon St, Unit 3

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330 Dartmouth St, Unit 1B

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1 Gloucester St, Unit 5

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115 Commonwealth Ave
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Back Bay, Boston, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Back Bay?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Back Bay Studio Apartments | $2,464 | $1,600 | $5,950 |
| Back Bay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,246 | $2,250 | $10,000+ |
| Back Bay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,130 | $2,650 | $8,822 |
| Back Bay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,433 | $3,650 | $10,000+ |
| Back Bay 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,842 | $5,000 | $10,000+ |
| Back Bay 5 Bedroom Apartments | $9,308 | $6,500 | $10,000+ |
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Boston. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, apartment communities for the kids, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Family-Friendly Rating
When renting for a family with young ones, location matters. Amongst all of the submarkets in Boston, Back Bay is one of our preferred communities for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. Family Friendly submarkets provide resources like parks, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and access to highly-rated education opportunities for the kids to attend.
Luxury Living Rating
This residential area is one of the best higher-end neighborhoods in town, with a score of 2.5 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, proximity to great shopping areas, park access, and quartz countertops in the kitchen with high-end appliances. Other luxury items often include tile or hardwood floors, tennis courts, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
Pet Friendly Rating
This area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Back Bay
How much are Studio apartments in Back Bay?
There are currently 960 Studio Apartments in Back Bay with rent ranges from $1,600 to $5,950 with an average price of $2,464.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Back Bay Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Back Bay ranges from $2,250 to $13,479 with an average monthly rent of $3,246.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Back Bay cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Back Bay range from $2,650 to $8,822. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,130.
How expensive are Back Bay Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 306 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Back Bay on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,650 to $18,500 - averaging $5,433 for the location.
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