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478 Beacon St, Unit A
478 Beacon StBoston, MA 02115
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389 Beacon St, Unit 6
389 Beacon StBoston, MA 02116
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117 Beacon St, Unit 405-7
117 Beacon StBoston, MA 02116
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$1,995
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$1,995
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397 Marlborough St, Unit 1
397 Marlborough StBoston, MA 02115
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$2,000
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$2,000
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$2,000
1154 Boylston St, Unit 40
1154 Boylston StBoston, MA 02215
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$2,000
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$2,000
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$2,000
1161 Boylston St, Unit 20
1161 Boylston StBoston, MA 02215
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$2,000
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55 Hemenway St, Unit 3
55 Hemenway StBoston, MA 02115
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$2,045
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$2,045
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$2,045
511 Beacon St, Unit C1
511 Beacon StBoston, MA 02215
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$2,075 - $5,100
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowFenway Parkside
91 Westland AveBoston, MA 02115
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$2,081 - $3,703
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowAtrio Boston
18 Haviland StBoston, MA 02115
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$2,100
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51 Hemenway St, Unit 3
51 Hemenway StBoston, MA 02115
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$2,100
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$2,100
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$2,100
45 Hemenway St, Unit 3
45 Hemenway StBoston, MA 02115
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$2,100
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$2,100
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$2,100
55 Hemenway St, Unit 607
55 Hemenway StBoston, MA 02115
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$2,100
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$2,100
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$2,100
53 Hemenway St, Unit 4
53 Hemenway StBoston, MA 02115
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$2,100
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$2,100
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$2,100
78 Saint Stephen St, Unit 5
78 Saint Stephen StBoston, MA 02115
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$2,100
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81 Saint Botolph St, Unit 1
81 Saint Botolph StBoston, MA 02116
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$2,100
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$2,100
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10 Forsyth St, Unit 5
10 Forsyth StBoston, MA 02115
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$2,100
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$2,100
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$2,100
307 Shawmut Ave, Unit 1
307 Shawmut AveBoston, MA 02118
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$2,100
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$2,100
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$2,100
19 Garrison St, Unit 179-1
19 Garrison StBoston, MA 02116
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$2,145
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$2,145
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$2,145
271 Newbury St, Unit 2
271 Newbury StBoston, MA 02116
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$2,150 - $6,200
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Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now24 Westland Ave
24 Westland AveBoston, MA 02115
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$2,150
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$2,150
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$2,150
20 Symphony Rd, Unit 6
20 Symphony RdBoston, MA 02115
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$2,175
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$2,175
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$2,175
27 Symphony Rd, Unit 3
27 Symphony RdBoston, MA 02115
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$2,175
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$2,175
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$2,175
82 Saint Stephen St, Unit 22
82 Saint Stephen StBoston, MA 02115
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$2,195
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$2,195
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295 Newbury St, Unit 2
295 Newbury StBoston, MA 02115
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$2,200
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$2,200
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$2,200
171 Beacon St, Unit 168-1
171 Beacon StBoston, MA 02116
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$2,200
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$2,200
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$2,200
48 Hereford St, Unit 2
48 Hereford StBoston, MA 02115
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$2,200
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$2,200
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$2,200
509 Beacon St, Unit 4
509 Beacon StBoston, MA 02215
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$2,200
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$2,200
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$2,200
128 Hemenway St, Unit 2A
128 Hemenway StBoston, MA 02115
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$2,200
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$2,200
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$2,200
509 Beacon St
509 Beacon StBoston, MA 02215
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$2,200
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$2,200
388 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 9
388 Commonwealth AveBoston, MA 02215
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$2,200
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65 Saint Botolph St, Unit 3
65 Saint Botolph StBoston, MA 02116
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$2,200
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$2,200
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307 Beacon St, Unit 1
307 Beacon StBoston, MA 02116
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$2,250
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$2,250
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$2,250
471 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 1F
471 Commonwealth AveBoston, MA 02215
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$2,250
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$2,250
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238 Huntington Ave, Unit 1
238 Huntington AveBoston, MA 02115
17 Follen St
BostonMA02116
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now46 Westland Ave
46 Westland AveBoston, MA 02115
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$2,250
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$2,250
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$2,250
38 Clearway St, Unit 3
38 Clearway StBoston, MA 02115
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$2,250
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$2,250
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$2,250
27 Saint Stephen St, Unit 628
27 Saint Stephen StBoston, MA 02115
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$2,250
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$2,250
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$2,250
529 Beacon St, Unit 18
529 Beacon StBoston, MA 02115
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$2,275
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$2,275
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$2,275
63 Burbank St, Unit 5
63 Burbank StBoston, MA 02115
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$2,300
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$2,300
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$2,300
416 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 1
416 Massachusetts AveBoston, MA 02118
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$2,300
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$2,300
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$2,300
1111 Boylston St, Unit 39
1111 Boylston StBoston, MA 02215
30 Isabella St
BostonMA02116
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Back Bay, Boston, MA Local Guide
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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 | $2,540 | $1,845 | $5,000 |
| Back Bay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,202 | $2,100 | $6,900 |
| Back Bay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,259 | $2,250 | $9,839 |
| Back Bay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,606 | $3,400 | $10,000+ |
| Back Bay 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,962 | $6,000 | $10,000+ |
| Back Bay 5 Bedroom Apartments | $9,200 | $7,300 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Back Bay Apartments for Rent
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 51 Gloucester | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Back Bay, MA
As of October 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Back Bay area is the $0.18 price per square foot 478 Beacon St Model at 478 Beacon St, Unit A in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $1,845. The second greatest value Back Bay apartment is the 117 Beacon St Model at 117 Beacon St, Unit 405-7 starting at $1,995 with a $0.20 price per square foot in the Financial District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Back Bay apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 478 Beacon St, Unit A | 478 Beacon St | Studio ,1BA | $0.18 |
| 117 Beacon St, Unit 405-7 | 117 Beacon St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 397 Marlborough St, Unit 1 | 397 Marlborough St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 55 Hemenway St, Unit 3 | 55 Hemenway St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 511 Beacon St, Unit C1 | 511 Beacon St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 81 Saint Botolph St, Unit 1 | 81 Saint Botolph St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 51 Hemenway St, Unit 3 | 51 Hemenway St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 45 Hemenway St, Unit 3 | 45 Hemenway St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 271 Newbury St, Unit 2 | 271 Newbury St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 295 Newbury St, Unit 2 | 295 Newbury St | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
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 Cheap Back Bay Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Back Bay Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Back Bay Apartment is $2,100 at 51 Gloucester.
What is the most affordable Back Bay Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Back Bay Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 90 Westland Ave and starts from $4,200.
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