
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Boston Neighborhood of Boston, MA (654 Rentals)


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Avalon North Station

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One Canal

62 on the Park

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Alcott

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Radian

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

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The Sudbury

9 Grove St

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212 Stuart

Mercantile Wharf

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315 on A

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

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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73 Charles St, Unit Charles Street, Unit Charles Street

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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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6 Foster St, Unit 3, Unit 3

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42 Lomasney Way, Unit 1, Unit 1

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12 S Russell St, Unit 1, Unit 1
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19 Irving St

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21 Beacon St, Unit 1-10p, Unit 1-10p

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5 Boylston Pl

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26 Fayette St

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30 Isabella St

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32 Boylston St

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117 Beacon St

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11 Commonwealth Ave

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42 Lomasney Way, Unit 1, Unit 1

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218 Cambridge St
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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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Largest Available Downtown Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Boston area of Boston, MA is found at Avenir and is listed at 1,481 square feet priced from $4,675. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avenir | 1 Bedroom ZZ | 1,481 Sq Ft | $4,675 |
| The Lofts at Atlantic Wharf | 1 Bed/2 Bath-a20g | 1,330 Sq Ft | $7,500 |
| The Towers at Longfellow | Longfellow One Bedroom -B | 1,010 Sq Ft | $3,305 |
| Elevate | Design 1R Premier | 989 Sq Ft | $4,079 |
| One Canal | Friend with Den | 961 Sq Ft | $4,687 |
| LUKA on the Common | A13 | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 922 Sq Ft | $4,470 |
| Emerson Place | A B 10 Emerson | 910 Sq Ft | $3,280 |
| The Kensington | Style 24 | 843 Sq Ft | $4,750 |
| 660 Washington | 1 Bedroom K | 842 Sq Ft | $3,780 |
| The Arlington | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 680 Sq Ft | $4,180 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Boylston St, 40 | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,517 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Boston, Boston, MA
Ranked #67
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Boston Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Boston with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown Boston is at Boylston St, 40 listed at $1,517.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Boston Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Boston is $3,487.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Boston Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Boston is a 1,481 square feet unit starting from $4,675 at Avenir.
What is the average size for Downtown Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downtown Boston is currently 525 sq ft.
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