
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Boston Commons Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $1,500 (36 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Boston Commons area of Boston.


49 Brimmer St

62 on the Park

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24 Commonwealth Ave, Unit #1

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46 Boylston St, Unit 519

Liberty Tree Lofts by FiDi
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2 Boylston St, Unit 1

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5 Boylston Pl, Unit 6

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32 Boylston St, Unit 2

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25 Lagrange St, Unit 4

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7 Boylston Sq, Unit 8

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62 Boylston St
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62 Boylston St

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45 Stuart St

31 Branch

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16 Cedar Lane Way, Unit 2

45 Stuart St
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20 Newbury St, Unit 3

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21 Mount Vernon Sq, Unit 500

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31 Essex St, Unit #404

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1 Park St, Unit 1

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50 Park Plz, Unit #14
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66 Beacon St, Unit 4
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Boston Commons?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Commons Studio Apartments | $2,845 | $2,100 | $7,751 |
| Boston Commons 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,117 | $2,300 | $10,000+ |
| Boston Commons 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,795 | $2,650 | $10,000+ |
| Boston Commons 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,912 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
| Boston Commons 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,500 | $8,500 | $8,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Boston Commons Neighborhood of Boston, MA.
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Cheapest Available Boston Commons Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty Tree Lofts by FiDi | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Boston Commons, MA
As of November 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Boston Commons area is the $0.29 price per square foot 66 Beacon St Model at 66 Beacon St, Unit 4 in the in the Financial District neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value Boston Commons apartment is the 39 Charles St Model at 39 Charles St, Unit 2 starting at $3,650 with a $0.37 price per square foot in the Financial District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Boston Commons apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 66 Beacon St, Unit 4 | 66 Beacon St | 3BR,1BA | $0.29 |
| 39 Charles St, Unit 2 | 39 Charles St | 2BR,1BA | $0.37 |
| 3 Avery St, Unit 903 | 3 Avery St | 1BR,1BA | $0.46 |
| 20 Newbury St, Unit 3 | 20 Newbury St | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| 558 Washington St, Unit 2 | 558 Washington St | 3BR,2BA | $3.04 |
| 31 Essex St, Unit #404 | 31 Essex St | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| 121 Tremont St, Unit 322 | 121 Tremont St | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| 1 Park St, Unit 1 | 1 Park St | 3BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| 1 Stuart St, Unit #407 | 1 Stuart St | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| 46 Boylston St, Unit 519 | 46 Boylston St | Studio ,1BA | $3.57 |
Getting Around the Boston Commons Neighborhood in Boston, MA
Walk Score®
100 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
77 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
100 / 100
Rider’s Paradise
World-class public transportation
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Boston Commons Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Boston Commons?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Boston Commons is under $2,500.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Boston Commons?
The cheapest apartment in Boston Commons is 62 on the Park which is listed at $3,150, while the average apartment in Boston Commons costs $8,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Boston Commons?
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 7 regular apartments in Boston Commons that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Boston Commons?
Cheap apartments in Boston Commons have an average cost of $543 which is $7,957 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Boston Commons.
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