
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Back Bay Neighborhood of Boston, MA (368 Rentals)


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Garrison Square

Atrio Boston

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100 Hemenway

The Greenhouse Apartments

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Avalon Exeter

Fenway Parkside

127 St. Botolph Street

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103 Hemenway St

83 Westland Ave
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557 Columbus Ave

75 Westland Ave

6 Clearway St

MBH Apartments

Tent City Development

15-25 Hemenway St

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Burbank Terrace

The Clearway Apartments

Clearway

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Symphony Apartments

Westland Ave. Apartments

Hemenway Street Apartments

Westland & Hemenway Apartments

Saint Stephen Street Apartments

The Hemenway Apartments

The Colonnade Residences

55 Hemenway St

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407 Marlborough St, Unit 1A

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109 Beacon St
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78 Saint Stephen St

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20 Symphony Rd, Unit 2

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32 Edgerly Rd

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290 Beacon St, Unit 3

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46 Saint Germain St

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28 Symphony Rd

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79 Gainsborough St, Unit 307

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429 Marlborough St, Unit 3B

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1102 Boylston St, Unit 2

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52 Charlesgate E
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20 Symphony Rd

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40 Saint Germain St

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58 Westland Ave

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55 Hemenway St

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84 Fenway, Unit 2

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345 Commonwealth Ave

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13 Stanhope St

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17 Hereford St

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34 Hanson St, Unit 3

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36 Hanson St, Unit 2
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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 | $2,713 | $1,725 | $6,837 |
| Back Bay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,546 | $1,847 | $8,867 |
Back Bay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,002 | $1,900 | $10,000+ |
| Back Bay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,507 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
| Back Bay 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,233 | $4,950 | $7,900 |
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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 The Colonnade Residences and is listed at 1,256 square feet priced from $6,500. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Colonnade Residences | Two Bedroom General | 1,256 Sq Ft | $6,500 |
| Avalon at Prudential Center | B6-780-16B | 1,243 Sq Ft | $5,911 |
| Lyra | 2 Bed/2 Bath-B4 | 1,136 Sq Ft | $7,135 |
| St. Germain Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 996 Sq Ft | $4,075 |
| Garrison Square | 30 Garrison - B1C | 858 Sq Ft | $5,164 |
| 557 Columbus Ave | 2Bed/1Bath | 847 Sq Ft | $4,300 |
| 15-25 Hemenway St | Two Bedroom | 800 Sq Ft | $1,900 |
| Westland Ave. Apartments | 2 Bedroom Split | 800 Sq Ft | $4,500 |
| 55 Hemenway St | Two Bed | 800 Sq Ft | $3,100 |
| 127 St. Botolph Street | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 793 Sq Ft | $4,100 |
Cheapest Available Back Bay 2 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 15-25 Hemenway St | Two Bedroom | $1,900 |
| 55 Hemenway St | Two Bed | $3,100 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBack Bay, Boston, MA
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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 15-25 Hemenway St listed at $1,900.
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 $5,002.
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 1,256 square feet unit starting from $6,500 at The Colonnade Residences.
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 1,707 sq ft.
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