
Student Apartments for Rent in the Back Bay Neighborhood of Boston, MA (29 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

Westland Avenue Apartments

Symphony Road Apartments

75 Westland Ave

6 Clearway St

45 Westland Ave
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52 Clearway St

28 Clearway St

90 Westland Ave

24 Westland Ave

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46 Westland Ave

97 St Stephen St
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221 Newbury St

54 Saint Stephen St

131 Beacon St

133 Beacon St

125 Commonwealth Ave

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163 Hemenway St

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309-315 Huntington Ave

52 Westland Ave
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127 Commonwealth Ave
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 | $2,523 | $1,600 | $4,833 |
| Back Bay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,262 | $1,600 | $6,900 |
| Back Bay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,164 | $2,850 | $8,800 |
| Back Bay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,453 | $3,300 | $10,000+ |
| Back Bay 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,969 | $5,000 | $10,000+ |
| Back Bay 5 Bedroom Apartments | $9,687 | $9,250 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Back Bay Neighborhood of Boston, MA.
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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 Westland Avenue Apartments listed at $2,150.
How much is the average rent for a Student Back Bay Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in Back Bay is $4,282.
What is the largest Student Back Bay Apartment for rent?
Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in Back Bay is a 1,500 square feet unit starting from $2,150 at Westland Avenue 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 455 sq ft.
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