
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Back Bay Neighborhood of Boston, MA (495 Rentals)


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Lyra

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30 Dalton

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12 Commonwealth

Atrio Boston

Fenway Parkside

83 Westland Ave

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103 Hemenway St
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302 Newbury St

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18 Cumberland St, Unit 7A

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304 Newbury St

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143 Worcester St, Unit 1

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15 Garrison St, Unit #4

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637 Tremont St, Unit 1

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40 Hereford St, Unit 5

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383 Commonwealth Ave

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37 Symphony Rd, Unit 49-18

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383 Commonwealth Ave

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248 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 2
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28 Symphony Rd

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913 Boylston St, Unit 2

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52 Charlesgate E

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913 Boylston St

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1090 Boylston St, Unit 401

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85 Westland Ave

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233 W Canton St, Unit 2

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30 Gloucester St, Unit 2

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65 Burbank St

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287 Newbury St, Unit 1
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Back Bay?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Back Bay Studio Apartments | $2,919 | $1,575 | $6,118 |
Back Bay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,841 | $1,675 | $10,000+ |
| Back Bay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,272 | $1,900 | $10,000+ |
| Back Bay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,814 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
| Back Bay 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,716 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
| Back Bay 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,633 | $5,700 | $10,000+ |
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Largest Available Back Bay 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Back Bay area of Boston, MA is found at 127 St. Botolph Street and is listed at 895 square feet priced from $4,150. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 127 St. Botolph Street | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 895 Sq Ft | $4,150 |
| Avalon at Prudential Center | A11-840SF-Premier | 840 Sq Ft | $4,581 |
| 30 Dalton | 1 Bed/1 Bath C1 | 811 Sq Ft | $5,458 |
| Burbank Terrace | One Bedroom 60% | 764 Sq Ft | $1,675 |
| Garrison Square | 30 Garrison - A1D | 659 Sq Ft | $4,207 |
| Saint Stephen Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 560 Sq Ft | $2,800 |
| MBH Apartments | A1 | 550 Sq Ft | $2,700 |
| Westland Ave. Apartments | 1 Bedroom Split | 500 Sq Ft | $3,450 |
| Clearway Apartments | One Bedroom | 500 Sq Ft | $3,100 |
| 103 Hemenway St | 26 Hemenway (1 Bed) | 300 Sq Ft | $2,400 |
Cheapest Available Back Bay 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Back Bay of Boston, MA is the One Bedroom 60% Model starting from $1,675 at Burbank Terrace. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Back Bay is currently $3,841. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Burbank Terrace | One Bedroom 60% | $1,675 |
| 302 Newbury St | 302 Newbury | $1,895 |
| 103 Hemenway St | 26 Hemenway (1 Bed) | $2,400 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBack Bay, Boston, MA
Ranked #89
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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 Burbank Terrace listed at $1,675.
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 $3,841.
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 895 square feet unit starting from $4,150 at 127 St. Botolph Street.
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 551 sq ft.
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