
Student Apartments for Rent in the Back Bay Neighborhood of Boston, MA (32 Rentals)
Rentals in the Back Bay area of Boston near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


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12 Commonwealth

83 Westland Ave

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103 Hemenway St

Westland Avenue Apartments

Symphony Road Apartments

75 Westland Ave

6 Clearway St
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Light Hall

Berklee Building

125 Commonwealth Ave

133 Beacon St

131 Beacon St
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163 Hemenway St

Danielsen Hall

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Chandler Hall

221 Newbury St

57 Westland Ave

109 St Stephen St

127 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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Pet Friendly LifestyleBack Bay, Boston, MA
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Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Student Back Bay Apartments
What is the Cheapest Student apartment in Back Bay?
Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in Back Bay is at 83 Westland Ave listed at $2,125.
How much is the average rent for a Student Back Bay Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in Back Bay is $4,123.
What is the largest Student Back Bay Apartment for rent?
Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in Back Bay is a 1,450 square feet unit starting from $2,350 at Westland & Hemenway Apartments.
What is the average size for Back Bay Student Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Student rental in Back Bay is currently at 383 sq ft.
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