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30 Mount Vernon St, Unit 2
30 Mount Vernon StBoston, MA 02108
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$1,995
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333 Washington St, Unit 1
333 Washington StBoston, MA 02108
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$2,000 - $2,350
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80 West Cedar St
80 West Cedar StBoston, MA 02114
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$2,000
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30 Anderson St
30 Anderson StBoston, MA 02114
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$2,000
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38 Anderson St
38 Anderson StBoston, MA 02114
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$2,000
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56 S Russell St, Unit 4
56 S Russell StBoston, MA 02114
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$2,000
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20 Cooper St, Unit 2
20 Cooper StBoston, MA 02113
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$2,000
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Total Monthly Price$2,000
58 S Russell St, Unit 2
58 S Russell StBoston, MA 02114
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$2,050
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3 Goodwin Pl, Unit B
3 Goodwin PlBoston, MA 02114
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$2,095 - $2,195
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70 Pinckney St
70 Pinckney StBoston, MA 02114
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26 Myrtle St
BostonMA02114
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$2,100
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26 Charter St, Unit 2
26 Charter StBoston, MA 02113
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$2,100 - $2,200
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28 Myrtle St
28 Myrtle StBoston, MA 02114
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$2,100
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50 S Russell St
50 S Russell StBoston, MA 02114
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$2,100
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58 S Russell St, Unit 2
58 S Russell StBoston, MA 02114
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$2,100 - $2,900
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20 Hanover Ave
20 Hanover AveBoston, MA 02109
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$2,100
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54 S Russell St, Unit 6
54 S Russell StBoston, MA 02114
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$2,100 - $4,300Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
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9 Grove St
9 Grove StBoston, MA 02114
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62 on the Park
62 Boylston StBoston, MA 02116
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$2,180Studio Apartments Available Dec 31
50 Columbus Ave, Unit 3
50 Columbus AveBoston, MA 02143
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$2,200 - $2,600
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142 Bowdoin St
142 Bowdoin StBoston, MA 02108
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$2,200
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411 Beacon St, Unit 8
411 Beacon StBoston, MA 02115
23 Hudson St
BostonMA02111
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$2,200Studio Apartments Available Now
144 Bowdoin St, Unit 21
144 Bowdoin StBoston, MA 02108
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144 Bowdoin St, Unit 51
144 Bowdoin StBoston, MA 02108
158 Salem St
BostonMA02113
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90 Myrtle St, Unit 8
90 Myrtle StBoston, MA 02114
34 Mt Vernon St
BostonMA02108
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$2,295
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42 S Russell St, Unit 3
42 S Russell StBoston, MA 02114
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$2,295
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36 S Russell St, Unit 3
36 S Russell StBoston, MA 02114
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$2,299
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51 Anderson St, Unit 3
51 Anderson StBoston, MA 02114
12 Hanover Ave
BostonMA02109
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$2,300
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6 Champney Pl, Unit 2
6 Champney PlBoston, MA 02114
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$2,300
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Total Monthly Price$2,300
20 Fayette St
20 Fayette StBoston, MA 02116
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$2,300 - $3,150
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26 Fayette St
26 Fayette StBoston, MA 02116
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$2,300
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25 Fayette St, Unit 1
25 Fayette StBoston, MA 02116
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$2,300Studio Apartments Available Now
90 Myrtle St, Unit 6
90 Myrtle StBoston, MA 02114
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144 Bowdoin St, Unit 31
144 Bowdoin StBoston, MA 02108
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$2,300Studio Apartments Available Now
62 Boylston St, Unit 519
62 Boylston StBoston, MA 02116
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$2,340
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15 Sheafe St, Unit 2
15 Sheafe StBoston, MA 02113
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81 Essex St, Unit 51
81 Essex StBoston, MA 02111
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$2,350
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20 Garden St, Unit 7
20 Garden StBoston, MA 02114
206 Hanover St
BostonMA02113
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$2,375Studio Apartments Available Now
62 Boylston St, Unit 223
62 Boylston StBoston, MA 02116
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9 Winchester St
9 Winchester StBoston, MA 02116
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81 Essex St, Unit 61
81 Essex StBoston, MA 02111
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$2,400
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13 Wiget St, Unit 6
13 Wiget StBoston, MA 02113
109 Dartmouth St
BostonMA02116
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9 Myrtle St, Unit 8
9 Myrtle StBoston, MA 02114
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$2,400
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85 Charles St, Unit 12A
85 Charles StBoston, MA 02114
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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 |
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| 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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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Boston, MA
As of September 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Boston area is the $0.20 price per square foot 333 Washington St Model at 333 Washington St, Unit 1 in the in the Financial District neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Downtown Boston apartment is the 20 Cooper St Model at 20 Cooper St, Unit 2 starting at $2,000 with a $0.20 price per square foot in the Financial District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Boston apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 333 Washington St, Unit 1 | 333 Washington St | 2BR,1BA | $0.20 |
| 20 Cooper St, Unit 2 | 20 Cooper St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 58 S Russell St, Unit 2 | 58 S Russell St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 26 Charter St, Unit 2 | 26 Charter St | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 54 S Russell St, Unit 6 | 54 S Russell St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 58 S Russell St, Unit 2 | 58 S Russell St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 50 S Russell St | 50 S Russell St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 70 Pinckney St | 70 Pinckney St | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 42 S Russell St, Unit 3 | 42 S Russell St | Studio ,1BA | $0.23 |
| 36 S Russell St, Unit 3 | 36 S Russell St | Studio ,1BA | $0.23 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Boston Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Boston?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Boston is at 9 Grove St listed at $2,100.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Boston Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Boston Apartment is $2,400 at Essex Apartments, 81.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Boston Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Boston is starting from $2,900 at Anderson Place Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown Boston Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Boston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 64-66 Prince St and starts from $3,900.
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