
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Boston Neighborhood of Boston, MA (534 Rentals)


One India Street Apartments

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One Canal

62 on the Park

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Radian

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12 Commonwealth

Christopher Columbus Plaza

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Ink Block

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The West End Apartments

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660 Washington
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Alcott

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Avalon North Station

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The Towers at Longfellow

2 Joy Street

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Anderson Place Apartments

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The Sudbury

9 Grove St

44 Bromfield St

212 Stuart

Mercantile Wharf
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Boylston St, 40

Metro Rentals, LLC

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315 on A

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LUKA on the Common

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One Greenway

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Avenir

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Emerson Place

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Bowdoin School

22 Fleet St

North End Residence
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Liberty Tree Lofts by FiDi

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78 Essex St

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76 Essex St

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79 Essex St

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50 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 305

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20 Isabella St, Unit 1

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53 Joy St

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105 Beacon St, Unit 6

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11 Bartlett Pl, Unit 2

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38 Appleton St, Unit 2
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5 Boylston Pl, Unit 6

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7 Boylston Sq

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25 Lagrange St

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19 Winter St

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32 Boylston St

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30 Winter St

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17 Winter Pl

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25 Winter St

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11 Commonwealth Ave

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68 Essex 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 | $2,814 | $2,000 | $4,400 |
Downtown Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,600 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Boston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,665 | $1,995 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,666 | $2,900 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Boston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,185 | $4,100 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 534 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 1,303 square feet priced from $4,731. 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 TTT | 1,303 Sq Ft | $4,731 |
| The Towers at Longfellow | Longfellow One Bedroom -A | 924 Sq Ft | $3,240 |
| LUKA on the Common | A13 | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 922 Sq Ft | $4,315 |
| The West End Apartments | Villas One Bedroom with Alcove | 910 Sq Ft | $3,545 |
| The Victor by Windsor | A3d | 894 Sq Ft | $4,553 |
| Emerson Place | J D 10 Emerson | 865 Sq Ft | $2,995 |
| Alcott | 1 Bedroom B | 862 Sq Ft | $4,800 |
| The Sudbury | AD6 | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | Den | 836 Sq Ft | $4,945 |
| Radian | B2 | 816 Sq Ft | $4,082 |
| The Arlington | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 680 Sq Ft | $4,290 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Essex Apartments, 81 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $2,400 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Boston, Boston, MA
Ranked #11
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 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 $3,600.
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 1,303 square feet unit starting from $4,731 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 800 sq ft.
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