
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Back Bay Neighborhood of Boston, MA (550 Rentals)


Waldorf Lofts

The Greenhouse Apartments

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12 Commonwealth

Atrio Boston

Fenway Parkside

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St. Germain Apartments

Westland Avenue Apartments

Symphony Road Apartments

Hemenway Apartments
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30 Dalton

Tent City Apartments

MBH Apartments

52 Clearway St

44 Clearway St

24 Westland Ave

46 Westland Ave

165-171 Hemenway St

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154 Beacon St, Unit A2

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519 Columbus Ave, Unit 1
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191 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 1

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52 Gainsborough St, Unit 02

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34 Greenwich Park, Unit 34 Greenwich Park

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22 Symphony Rd, Unit 49-18

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337 Beacon St, Unit 1R

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240 Marlborough St, Unit 4

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147 Appleton St, Unit 2

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519 Columbus Ave, Unit 1

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34 Greenwich Park, Unit 2

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1024 Commonwealth Ave
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24 Commonwealth Ave, Unit #1

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22 Edgerly Rd, Unit 203

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57 Gainsborough St, Unit B-3

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259 Marlborough St, Unit 3

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195 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 5

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255 Saint Botolph St, Unit 814

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34 Greenwich Park, Unit #2

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6 Rutland Sq, Unit PH

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177 Beacon St, Unit 23

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1108 Boylston St, Unit 6
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519 Columbus Ave, Unit #1

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471 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 1R

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23 Cumberland St, Unit A4

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509 Beacon St, Unit 21

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43 Fairfield St, Unit 3R

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338 Marlborough St, Unit 23

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16 Symphony Rd, Unit 1

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4 Symphony Rd, Unit A12

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550 Tremont St, Unit 3

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17 Cumberland St, Unit L3
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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 | $2,603 | $1,700 | $6,010 |
Back Bay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,263 | $2,000 | $6,900 |
| Back Bay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,174 | $2,650 | $8,800 |
| Back Bay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,465 | $3,800 | $10,000+ |
| Back Bay 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,028 | $5,000 | $10,000+ |
| Back Bay 5 Bedroom Apartments | $8,977 | $7,200 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 550 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Back Bay Neighborhood of Boston, MA.
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Getting Around the Back Bay Neighborhood in Boston, MA
Walk Score®
99 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
87 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
97 / 100
Rider’s Paradise
World-class public transportation
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 1 Bedroom Back Bay Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Back Bay with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Back Bay is at listed at $1,700.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Back Bay Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Back Bay is $3,263.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Back Bay Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Back Bay is a square feet unit at .
What is the average size for Back Bay 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Back Bay is currently sq ft.
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