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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Back Bay area of Boston.

property at 4 Symphony Rd
$2,650

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,650

Total Monthly Price$2,650
12 Month Lease Term
Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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4 Symphony Rd, Unit 3

4 Symphony Rd
BostonMA02115
property at 4 Symphony Rd
$2,650

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Base Rent$2,650

Total Monthly Price$2,650
Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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4 Symphony Rd

BostonMA02115
property at 466 Commonwealth Ave
$2,650

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Base Rent$2,650

Total Monthly Price$2,650
Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now
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property at 239 Commonwealth Ave
$2,650

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,650

Total Monthly Price$2,650
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now
Cost Per Sq.Ft.

239 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 12

239 Commonwealth Ave
BostonMA02116
property at 466 Commonwealth Ave
$2,650

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,650

Total Monthly Price$2,650
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Oct 1
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466 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 807

466 Commonwealth Ave
BostonMA02215
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property at 471 Commonwealth Ave
$2,700 - $3,200

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Base Rent$2,700 - $3,200

Total Monthly Price$2,700 - $3,200
12 Month Lease Term
1 To 2 Bedroom Condos for Rent
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property at 466 Commonwealth Ave
$2,700

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Base Rent$2,700

Total Monthly Price$2,700
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now
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property at 511 Beacon St
$2,700

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Base Rent$2,700

Total Monthly Price$2,700
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now
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511 Beacon St

BostonMA02215

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property at 189 Beacon St
$2,750

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Base Rent$2,750

Total Monthly Price$2,750
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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189 Beacon St

BostonMA02116
property at 53 Hemenway St
$2,750

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,750

Total Monthly Price$2,750
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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Cost Per Sq.Ft.

53 Hemenway St

BostonMA02115
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property at 132 Hemenway St
$2,800

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,800

Total Monthly Price$2,800
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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Cost Per Sq.Ft.

132 Hemenway St, Unit 44

132 Hemenway St
BostonMA02115
property at 12 Stoneholm St
$2,800

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,800

Total Monthly Price$2,800
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now
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12 Stoneholm St, Unit 519

12 Stoneholm St
BostonMA02115

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Frequently Asked Questions about Back Bay

What type of rentals are currently available in Back Bay?

There are currently 1044 Apartments for Rent in Back Bay, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,725 to $13,695. There are also 481 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Back Bay ranging from $2,100 to $60,000.

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 $2,100 to $60,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,370.

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 $13,695, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,450 to $60,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,950.

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