12 Stoneholm St, Unit 616
12 Stoneholm St
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216 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 216 Commonwealth Ave #4
216 Commonwealth Ave
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176 Newbury St, Unit #6
176 Newbury St
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776 Boylston St, Unit E12B
776 Boylston St
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190 Commonwealth Ave
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252 Newbury St, Unit 17
252 Newbury St
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256 Newbury St, Unit #5
256 Newbury St
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197 Commonwealth Ave, Unit B
197 Commonwealth Ave
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239 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 12
239 Commonwealth Ave
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163 Newbury St, Unit 3
163 Newbury St
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282 Newbury St, Unit 11
282 Newbury St
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282 Newbury St, Unit 14
282 Newbury St
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160 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 418
160 Commonwealth Ave
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280 Commonwealth Ave, Unit G1
280 Commonwealth Ave
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188 Marlborough St, Unit 8F
188 Marlborough St
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271 Dartmouth St, Unit 1
271 Dartmouth St
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271 Dartmouth St, Unit 5f
271 Dartmouth St
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175 Commonwealth Ave, Unit B
175 Commonwealth Ave
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36 Gloucester St, Unit 3
36 Gloucester St
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30 Gloucester St, Unit 4
30 Gloucester St
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170 Marlborough St, Unit 3
170 Marlborough St
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907 Boylston St, Unit 25
907 Boylston St
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464 Commonwealth Ave
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313 Beacon St, Unit 2
313 Beacon St
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11 Gloucester St, Unit PH
11 Gloucester St
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48 Hereford St, Unit 2
48 Hereford St
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48 Hereford St, Unit #2
48 Hereford St
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336 Marlborough St, Unit #5
336 Marlborough St
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259 Beacon St, Unit 32
259 Beacon St
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16 Harcourt St, Unit 1F
16 Harcourt St
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40 Saint Botolph St, Unit 28
40 Saint Botolph St
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15 Garrison St
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318 Commonwealth Ave
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244 Beacon St, Unit 3
244 Beacon St
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19 Garrison St, Unit 2
19 Garrison St
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19 Garrison St, Unit 6
19 Garrison St
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61 Saint Botolph St, Unit TH
61 Saint Botolph St
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244 Beacon St, Unit 1B
244 Beacon St
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7 Harcourt St, Unit 56
7 Harcourt St
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244 Beacon St, Unit 1B
244 Beacon St
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69 Saint Botolph St
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328 Newbury St, Unit 16
328 Newbury St
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85 Saint Botolph St, Unit 503
85 Saint Botolph St
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81 Saint Botolph St, Unit 3##
81 Saint Botolph St
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27 Hereford St, Unit 2
27 Hereford St
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32 Yarmouth St
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365 Marlborough St, Unit 5
365 Marlborough St
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212 Beacon St, Unit 2
212 Beacon St
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1 Dalton
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Back Bay, Boston, MA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Back Bay?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Back Bay 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,379 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
| Back Bay 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,629 | $2,995 | $10,000+ |
| Back Bay 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,066 | $5,200 | $10,000+ |
| Back Bay 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,210 | $1,210 | $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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Frequently Asked Questions about Back Bay
What type of rentals are currently available in Back Bay?
There are currently 1042 Apartments for Rent in Back Bay, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,725 to $17,396. There are also 558 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Back Bay ranging from $1,210 to $30,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Back Bay?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Back Bay ranges from $1,210 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,674.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Back Bay?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Back Bay range from $2,800 to $17,396, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,995 to $15,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,000.
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