
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Boston Neighborhood of Boston, MA (1,566 Rentals)


One India Street Apartments

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Avalon North Station

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One Canal

62 on the Park

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15 Bartlett Pl

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Alcott

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Radian

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12 Commonwealth

Christopher Columbus Plaza
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One Greenway

Ink Block

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The West End Apartments

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660 Washington

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The Towers at Longfellow

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Emerson Place

44 Joy St

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The Sudbury

9 Grove St

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212 Stuart
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Mercantile Wharf

Castle Square

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315 on A

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LUKA on the Common

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Avenir

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The Lofts at Atlantic Wharf

44 Bromfield St

Boylston St, 40

Bowdoin School

131 Tremont St
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97 Myrtle St

Metro Rentals, LLC

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2 Louisburg Square

22 Fleet St

Liberty Tree Lofts by FiDi

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79 Hudson St

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9 Champney Pl, Unit 2, Unit 2

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7 Grove St, Unit BF, Unit BF

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73 Charles St, Unit Charles Street, Unit Charles Street

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21 Snow Hill St, Unit PH, Unit PH
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30 Mount Vernon St, Unit #3, Unit #3

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26 Fayette St, Unit #1, Unit #1

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80 West Cedar St, Unit A, Unit A

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82 Phillips St, Unit 822, Unit 822

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230 Tremont St

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254 Friend St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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31 Sheafe St, Unit 7, Unit 7

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97 Hudson St, Unit 4, Unit 4

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2 Champney Pl, Unit #1, Unit #1

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20 Moon St, Unit 4, Unit 4
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Downtown Boston, Boston, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Boston?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Boston Studio Apartments | $2,766 | $1,250 | $7,246 |
| Downtown Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,487 | $1,550 | $9,856 |
| Downtown Boston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,470 | $2,100 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,136 | $3,200 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Boston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,666 | $5,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 1566 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Boston Neighborhood of Boston, MA.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Boston, Boston, MA
Ranked #67
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Massachusetts and customized analysis for Central Boston. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, apartment complexes for the kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Family-Friendly Rating
Renting for your family? Downtown Boston has now become known as a top area for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. This includes features like parks, picnic areas, recreation rooms, walking and biking trails, and access to highly-rated education.
Outdoors Rating
We think living with nice outdoor spaces is something that is important for them. This part of town has established a name for itself as providing fantastic access to the outdoors, with a score of 3.5 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
This neighborhood is one of our preferred high-end neighborhoods in town, with a score of 3.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, concierge services, park access, and quartz countertops in the kitchen with high-end appliances. Luxury submarkets also often offer tile, hardwood, and fine carpeting, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
Pet Friendly Rating
There's good news if you raise dogs and cats. This section of Boston ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Boston
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Boston?
There are currently 468 Studio Apartments in Downtown Boston with rent ranges from $1,250 to $7,246 with an average price of $2,766.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Boston Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Boston ranges from $1,550 to $9,856 with an average monthly rent of $3,487.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Boston cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Boston range from $2,100 to $27,421. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,470.
How expensive are Downtown Boston Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 178 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Boston on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,200 to $26,872 - averaging $6,136 for the location.
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