Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Boston Neighborhood of Boston, MA (1,839 Rentals)

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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Boston's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Boston and the best places to live around the area with original content written by our Boston, MA Local Expert Amelia Ramstead

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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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How a Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

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Downtown Boston, Boston, MA Local Guide

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Downtown Boston, Boston, MA

Ranked #73

Among neighborhoods in Boston, MA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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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 2.5 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 226 Studio Apartments in Downtown Boston with rent ranges from $1,800 to $20,000 with an average price of $3,166.

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 $2,000 to $20,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,737.

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 $2,275 to $22,724. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,574.

How expensive are Downtown Boston Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 197 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Boston on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,600 to $45,000 - averaging $6,678 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA

Written by: Amelia Ramstead

Boston is known for its exciting combination of early American history and modern high-tech universities and employers.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.