
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Back Bay Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $1,200 (134 Rentals) Page 2 of 3
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272 Newbury St, Unit 9

272 Newbury St, Unit 9

397 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 1

1091 Boylston St, Unit 47

471 Commonwealth Ave

31 Park Dr, Unit 12
511 Beacon St, Unit 5

16-20 Westland Ave., Unit 402

46 Westland Ave, Unit 14
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28 Westland Ave, Unit 19

46 Westland Ave, Unit 23

1091 Boylston St

464 Commonwealth Ave
313 Beacon St, Unit 2

38 Hemenway St, Unit 8
106 Beacon St

503 Beacon St, Unit 8
503 Beacon St, Unit 8

280 Commonwealth Ave, Unit G1
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236 Beacon St

463 Commonwealth Ave

38 Hemenway St, Unit 1

1091 Boylston St

79 Westland Ave, Unit 1

270 Huntington Ave, Unit 201

16 Cedar Lane Way, Unit 2
504 Beacon St, Unit 54

31 Park Dr, Unit 10

78 S Huntington Ave, Unit 2
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54 S Huntington Ave, Unit 15

38 Hemenway St, Unit 35

38 Hemenway St, Unit 16

31 Park Dr, Unit 11

38 Hemenway St, Unit 45

132 Hemenway St, Unit 44

31 Park Dr, Unit 11

48 Hereford St, Unit 2
469 Beacon St, Unit BR

38 Hemenway St, Unit 12A
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64 Hemenway St, Unit 27

38 Hemenway St, Unit 28

38 Hemenway St, Unit 45

40 St Botolph St, Unit 26

38 Hemenway St, Unit 6

1111 Boylston St, Unit 48

38 Hemenway St, Unit 46

38 Hemenway St, Unit 26

26 Hemenway St, Unit 4

548 Columbus Ave, Unit 8
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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 | $5,062 | $2,850 | $10,000+ |
| Back Bay 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,634 | $3,450 | $10,000+ |
| Back Bay 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,550 | $5,200 | $10,000+ |
| Back Bay 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,991 | $1,230 | $10,000+ |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 134 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 1026 Apartments for Rent in Back Bay, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,575 to $17,396. There are also 563 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Back Bay ranging from $1,230 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 $1,230 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,524.
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 $4,000 to $17,396, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,450 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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