
Homes for Rent in Back Bay Neighborhood of Boston, MA (870 Rentals)


218 Newbury St, Unit 4B, Unit 4B

725 Boylston St, Unit 33, Unit 33

236 Newbury St, Unit 2, Unit 2

715 Boylston St, Unit 202, Unit 202

225 Newbury St

223 Newbury St, Unit #4F, Unit #4F

229 Newbury St, Unit BE-15, Unit BE-15

233 Newbury St, Unit 3, Unit 3

229 Newbury St, Unit 4RR, Unit 4RR
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228 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 2R, Unit 2R

176 Newbury St, Unit 1F, Unit 1F

176 Newbury St, Unit #6, Unit #6

250 Newbury St, Unit 1R, Unit 1R

250 Newbury St

252 Newbury St, Unit 5, Unit 5

246 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

186 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

190 Commonwealth Ave

186 Commonwealth Ave, Unit b2, Unit b2
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252 Newbury St, Unit 3M##, Unit 3M##

256 Newbury St

256 Newbury St, Unit 10, Unit 10

256 Newbury St, Unit #5, Unit #5

250 Commonwealth Ave

195 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 7, Unit 7

256 Newbury St, Unit 14, Unit 14

197 Commonwealth Ave, Unit B, Unit B

197 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 111, Unit 111

197 Commonwealth Ave, Unit #1, Unit #1
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163 Newbury St, Unit 3, Unit 3

267 Newbury St, Unit 1, Unit 1

267 Newbury St, Unit #3, Unit #3

267 Newbury St, Unit 3, Unit 3

247 Commonwealth Ave

160 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 6, Unit 6

160 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 615, Unit 615

160 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 417, Unit 417

160 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 417, Unit 417

238 Marlborough St, Unit 301, Unit 301
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1 Huntington Ave, Unit 311, Unit 311

276 Marlborough St, Unit CH, Unit CH

282 Newbury St, Unit 14, Unit 14

282 Newbury St, Unit 14, Unit 14

271 Dartmouth St, Unit 1L, Unit 1L

883 Boylston St, Unit 4, Unit 4

280 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

271 Dartmouth St, Unit 2f, Unit 2f

227 Marlborough St, Unit 1, Unit 1

172 Marlborough St
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Back Bay, Boston, MA Local Guide

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 | $4,455 | $2,850 | $10,000+ |
| Back Bay 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,590 | $3,450 | $10,000+ |
| Back Bay 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,536 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
| Back Bay 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,877 | $1,110 | $10,000+ |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 870 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 Back Bay
What type of rentals are currently available in Back Bay?
There are currently 1337 Apartments for Rent in Back Bay, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,477 to $18,500. There are also 872 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Back Bay ranging from $1,110 to $35,000.
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 $1,110 to $35,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,210.
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 $1,477 to $18,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,450 to $17,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,000.
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