
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Boston Neighborhood of Boston, MA (560 Rentals)


One India Street Apartments

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Avalon North Station

62 on the Park

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One Canal

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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
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The West End Apartments

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Emerson Place

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660 Washington

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The Towers at Longfellow

44 Joy St

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The Sudbury

9 Grove St

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212 Stuart

Mercantile Wharf
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315 on A

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LUKA on the Common

44 Bromfield St

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Avenir

Boylston St, 40

Bowdoin School

Metro Rentals, LLC

22 Fleet St

Liberty Tree Lofts by FiDi

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7 Myrtle St, Unit 8
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22 Henchman St, Unit 2

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16 North Sq, Unit 3

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117 Water St, Unit PH - 4th floor

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238 Cambridge St

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78 Essex St

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83 Essex St

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3 Winter Pl

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82 Phillips St, Unit 2

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12 Myrtle St, Unit 4

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24 Hancock St, Unit 3
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32 Irving St, Unit 1

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13 Wiget St, Unit 3

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41 Phillips St

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6 Champney Pl, Unit 2

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3 Stillman St, Unit 2

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107 Myrtle St, Unit 3

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3 Avery St

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57 Fulton St

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34 Charter St

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167 Beacon St, Unit 5
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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 | $2,851 | $1,500 | $9,473 |
Downtown Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,633 | $1,550 | $9,589 |
| Downtown Boston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,656 | $2,550 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,736 | $3,200 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Boston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,596 | $4,900 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 560 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Boston Neighborhood of Boston, MA.
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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 1,133 square feet priced from $4,411. 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 RR | 1,133 Sq Ft | $4,411 |
| The Towers at Longfellow | Longfellow One Bedroom -B | 1,010 Sq Ft | $3,615 |
| LUKA on the Common | A13 | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 922 Sq Ft | $4,585 |
| Alcott | 1 Bedroom B | 862 Sq Ft | $4,490 |
| One Canal | Causeway Penthouse | 844 Sq Ft | $4,646 |
| The Victor by Windsor | A4 | 830 Sq Ft | $4,448 |
| 381 Congress Lofts | Loft 9 | 820 Sq Ft | $3,999 |
| Devonshire | 1 Bed_1 Bath-04-a | 797 Sq Ft | $3,924 |
| The Kensington | Style 17 Den | 767 Sq Ft | $4,874 |
| The Arlington | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 680 Sq Ft | $4,895 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Essex Apartments, 81 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $2,400 |
| 44 Joy St | 1 Bedroom | $2,450 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Boston, Boston, MA
Ranked #70
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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 Essex Apartments, 81 listed at $2,400.
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 $3,633.
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 1,133 square feet unit starting from $4,411 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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