
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Boston Common Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $2,150 (82 Rentals)
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50 Columbus Ave, Unit 3

62 Boylston St, Unit 519

62 Boylston St, Unit 223

16 Cedar Lane Way, Unit 2

62 Boylston St, Unit 324

62 Boylston St, Unit 319

62 Boylston St, Unit 612

62 Boylston St, Unit 918

62 Boylston St, Unit 719
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62 Boylston St, Unit L03

62 Boylston St

62 Boylston St, Unit 408

62 Boylston St, Unit 719

62 Boylston St, Unit 319

62 Boylston St, Unit M22

62 Boylston St, Unit M22

62 Boylston St, Unit L05

62 Boylston St, Unit L05

62 Boylston St, Unit L05
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62 Boylston St, Unit M18

62 Boylston St, Unit M12

62 Boylston St, Unit M18

62 Boylston St, Unit M18

62 Boylston St, Unit M12

11 Temple Pl, Unit H-4

62 Boylston St, Unit 922

62 Boylston St, Unit 716

62 Boylston St, Unit 304

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Liberty Tree Lofts by FiDi
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62 Boylston St, Unit 902

62 Boylston St, Unit 716

62 Boylston St, Unit 624

62 Boylston St, Unit 806

62 Boylston St, Unit 922

62 Boylston St, Unit 624

62 Boylston St, Unit 203

62 Boylston St, Unit 203

62 Boylston St, Unit L04

62 Boylston St, Unit 422
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62 Boylston St, Unit 704

48 Winter St

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39 Charles St, Unit 3

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Tremont Commons

224 Tremont St, Unit 3B

224 Tremont St, Unit 3C

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31 Essex St, Unit #404

40 Boylston St, Unit 607

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Boylston St, 40

40 Boylston St, Unit 407
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Boston Common, Boston, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Boston Common?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Common Studio Apartments | $2,759 | $2,150 | $3,980 |
| Boston Common 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,812 | $2,625 | $10,000+ |
| Boston Common 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,066 | $2,978 | $10,000+ |
| Boston Common 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,087 | $4,500 | $8,800 |
| Boston Common 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,344 | $5,195 | $8,925 |
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There are currently 82 rentals with your search options within a 10 mile radius of the Boston Common Neighborhood of Boston, MA.
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Cheapest Available Boston Common Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Boston Common area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at 62 on the Park priced from $2,400. Liberty Tree Lofts by FiDi has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,500. Here are the most affordable Boston Common apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 62 on the Park | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $2,400 |
| Liberty Tree Lofts by FiDi | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $2,500 |
| Tremont Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2,695 |
| 40-46 Winter Street LLC | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio, 1BA | $2,750 |
| Boylston St, 40 | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $2,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Boston Common, MA
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Boston Common area is the $0.29 price per square foot 39 Charles St Model at 39 Charles St, Unit 4 in the Financial District neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value Boston Common apartment is the 49 Temple Pl Model at 49 Temple Pl, Unit 4 in the Financial District neighborhood starting at $5,000 with a $3.64 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Boston Common apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39 Charles St, Unit 4 | 39 Charles St | 1BR, 1BA | $0.29 |
| 49 Temple Pl, Unit 4 | 49 Temple Pl | 2BR, 2BA | $3.64 |
| 40-46 Winter Street LLC | 4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 4BR, 2BA | $4.89 |
| 67 Chestnut St, Unit B | 67 Chestnut St | 2BR, 1BA | $4.00 |
| 31 Essex St, Unit #404 | 31 Essex St | 1BR, 1BA | $2.80 |
| 121 Tremont St, Unit 322 | 121 Tremont St | 2BR, 1BA | $3.40 |
| 14 W Cedar St, Unit 4 | 14 W Cedar St | 2BR, 1BA | $4.20 |
| 14 Chestnut St, Unit 4 | 14 Chestnut St | 2BR, 1BA | $5.00 |
| 1 Stuart St, Unit #407 | 1 Stuart St | 1BR, 1BA | $4.00 |
| 39 Charles St, Unit 3 | 39 Charles St | 1BR, 1BA | $4.04 |
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Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Boston Common Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Boston Common?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Boston Common is under $2,800.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Boston Common?
The cheapest apartment in Boston Common is Tremont Commons which is listed at $2,695, while the average apartment in Boston Common costs $3,385.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Boston Common?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 12 regular apartments in Boston Common that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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