
Apartments for Rent in the Central Square Neighborhood of Boston, MA (807 Rentals)


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One Canal

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15 Bartlett Pl

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Bremen 282

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Legacy Apartments at Bremen Park

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Clippership Apartments on the Wharf

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22 Fleet St

Teatro on Parmenter

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153 Saratoga St, Unit 3

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110 Bennington St, Unit Apt 2
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79 Cottage St, Unit 3

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119 Princeton St, Unit 3

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130 Brooks St, Unit 2

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215 Princeton St, Unit 3

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284 Chelsea St, Unit 3

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233 Bennington St, Unit 3

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109 Eutaw St, Unit #4

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191 Porter St, Unit 4

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241 Maverick St, Unit 3

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460 Saratoga St, Unit 3
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165 Gove St, Unit 3

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241 Maverick St, Unit 3

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13 Saratoga St, Unit 2

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114 Falcon St, Unit 1

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171 Trenton St, Unit A

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96 Prescott St, Unit #202

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47 Orleans St, Unit 1

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247 Chelsea St, Unit 247 Chelsea Street

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241 Maverick St, Unit 3

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14 Geneva St, Unit 2
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10 Lamson Ct, Unit 10 Lamson Court #3

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92 Endicott St, Unit 3

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358 Princeton St, Unit 3 bed

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21 Havre St, Unit 2

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5 Everett Ct, Unit 2B

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192 Marion St

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234 Paris St, Unit #3

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45 Morris St, Unit #1

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95 Endicott St, Unit 2

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11 Trenton St, Unit 4
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67 Morris St

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158 Everett St

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259 North St, Unit 2 copy

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98 Salem St, Unit 2

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125 London St, Unit Apartment 3

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175 Princeton St, Unit 2

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80 Havre St, Unit 2

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251 Bennington St, Unit 3

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146 Gove St

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230 Saratoga St, Unit #3
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Central Square, Boston, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Square?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Square Studio Apartments | $2,819 | $1,900 | $3,749 |
| Central Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,074 | $1,275 | $8,003 |
| Central Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,569 | $900 | $9,585 |
| Central Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,659 | $900 | $7,968 |
| Central Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,392 | $900 | $8,800 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral Square, Boston, MA
Ranked #36
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Central Square, Boston, MA
Hugh Roe O'Donnell Elementary School
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team of engineers and researchers compiles millions of data points to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States including Central Square, Boston, and the greater Boston area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Family-Friendly Rating
Renting with children? Amongst all of the neighborhoods in Boston, Central Square is one of the finest neighborhoods for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. Family Friendly submarkets provide resources like parks, pet amenities, playgrounds, and more.
Outdoors Rating
Are you somebody that needs to live with access to parks and greenspace? this area is a highly-rated submarket for its many the outdoors, with a score of 3.5 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
Does your family raise pets? this area ranks as one of the A-list communities for renters with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Central Square
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Central Square area of Boston, MA?
As of today, July 28, 2026, there are currently 807 available Central Square apartments priced from $900 to $9,585, with an average monthly rent of $3,401.
How much are Studio apartments in Central Square?
There are currently 165 Studio Apartments in Central Square with rent ranges from $1,900 to $3,749 with an average price of $2,819.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Central Square Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Central Square ranges from $1,275 to $8,003 with an average monthly rent of $3,074.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Square cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Central Square range from $900 to $9,585. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,569.
How expensive are Central Square Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 138 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Central Square on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $900 to $7,968 - averaging $3,659 for the location.
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