
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Back Bay Neighborhood of Boston, MA (340 Rentals)


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Lyra

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St. Germain Apartments

100 Hemenway

The Greenhouse Apartments

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30 Dalton

Atrio Boston

Fenway Parkside

83 Westland Ave

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103 Hemenway St
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Symphony Road Apartments

Back Bay GTI

75 Westland Ave

6 Clearway St

Tent City Development

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Avalon Exeter

MBH Apartments

15-25 Hemenway St

Burbank Terrace

55 Hemenway St
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The Clearway Apartments

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The Hemenway Apartments

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Westland & Hemenway Apartments
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20 Symphony Rd, Unit 2

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471 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 502

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14 Westland Ave, Unit 6

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45 Hemenway St, Unit 2

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290 Beacon St, Unit 3

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32 Edgerly Rd

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14 Westland Ave, Unit #6

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12 Fairfield St, Unit 2

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429 Marlborough St, Unit 3B

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79 Gainsborough St, Unit 307
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1102 Boylston St, Unit 2

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40 Saint Germain St

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392 Beacon St, Unit 6

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407 Marlborough St, Unit 6

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208 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 3

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37 Charles St, Unit 2

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252 Newbury St, Unit 5

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84 Fenway, Unit 2

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1111 Boylston St

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345 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 | $2,919 | $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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There are currently 340 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Back Bay Neighborhood of Boston, MA.
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Largest Available Back Bay 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the Back Bay area of Boston, MA is found at MBH Apartments and is listed at 1,270 square feet priced from $3,850. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBH Apartments | B1 | 1,270 Sq Ft | $3,850 |
| Back Bay GTI | 2Bed/2Bath | 1,270 Sq Ft | $6,150 |
| Avalon Exeter | B1 | 1,260 Sq Ft | $8,925 |
| The Colonnade Residences | Two Bedroom General | 1,256 Sq Ft | $6,500 |
| Lyra | 2 Bed/2 Bath-B3 | 1,024 Sq Ft | $7,005 |
| 15-25 Hemenway St | 800 Sq Ft | $1,900 | |
| Clearway Apartments | 690 Sq Ft | $4,100 | |
| Westland & Hemenway Apartments | Two Bedroom | 650 Sq Ft | $4,000 |
| Hemenway Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom Split | 550 Sq Ft | $3,300 |
| Atrio Boston | Burbank Two Bedroom B | 480 Sq Ft | $3,730 |
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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 2 Bedroom Back Bay Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Back Bay with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Back Bay is at listed at .
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Back Bay Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Back Bay is $5,272.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Back Bay Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Back Bay is a 1,270 square feet unit starting from $3,850 at MBH Apartments.
What is the average size for Back Bay 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Back Bay is currently 1,639 sq ft.
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