Room in Shared 5 bed/1 bath home in Somerville, Unit E
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Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home in North End, Unit C
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Room in Shared 7 bed/2.5 bath home in Harvard Square (Cambridge), Unit C
19 Putnam Ave
BostonMA02139
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19 Putnam Ave
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144 Bowdoin St, Unit 21
144 Bowdoin St
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144 Bowdoin St, Unit 21
144 Bowdoin St
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43 Anderson St, Unit 3
43 Anderson St
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50 Columbus Ave, Unit 3
50 Columbus AveBoston, MA 02143
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144 Bowdoin St, Unit 21
144 Bowdoin StBoston, MA 02108
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144 Bowdoin StBoston, MA 02108
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90 Myrtle StBoston, MA 02114
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144 Bowdoin St, Unit 51
144 Bowdoin St
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144 Bowdoin St
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144 Bowdoin St
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11 Charter St, Unit 3R
11 Charter St
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62 Boylston St, Unit 519
62 Boylston StBoston, MA 02116
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90 Myrtle StBoston, MA 02114
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144 Bowdoin St, Unit 31
144 Bowdoin StBoston, MA 02108
68 Myrtle St, Unit 8
68 Myrtle St
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37 Revere St, Unit 3
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81 Essex St, Unit 51
81 Essex StBoston, MA 02111
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62 Boylston StBoston, MA 02116
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28 Fleet St
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62 Boylston St, Unit 408
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9 Myrtle St
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62 Boylston St, Unit 419
62 Boylston St
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$2,400
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44 Bromfield St, Unit SI FL4-ID1323
44 Bromfield StBoston, MA 02108
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62 Boylston StBoston, MA 02116
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62 Boylston StBoston, MA 02116
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9 Myrtle St, Unit 8
9 Myrtle StBoston, MA 02114
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62 Boylston StBoston, MA 02116
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81 Essex St, Unit 47
81 Essex StBoston, MA 02111
161 Endicott St
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81 Essex StBoston, MA 02111
16 Cedar Lane Way, Unit 2
16 Cedar Lane Way
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Downtown Boston, Boston, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Boston?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Boston 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,408 | $1,930 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Boston 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,147 | $1,580 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Boston 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,681 | $5,000 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Boston 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,705 | $1,410 | $6,000 |
| Downtown Boston 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,745 | $1,730 | $1,760 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Boston, MA
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Boston area is the $0.21 price per square foot 26 Charter St Model at 26 Charter St, Unit 2 in the in the Financial District neighborhood starting from $2,100. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Charter St, Unit 2 | 26 Charter St | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 20 Cooper St, Unit 2 | 20 Cooper St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 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 |
| 42 S Russell St, Unit 3 | 42 S Russell St | Studio ,1BA | $0.23 |
| 66 Phillips St, Unit A | 66 Phillips St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 36 S Russell St, Unit 3 | 36 S Russell St | Studio ,1BA | $0.23 |
| 50 S Russell St | 50 S Russell St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 58 S Russell St, Unit 2 | 58 S Russell St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 333 Washington St, Unit 1 | 333 Washington St | 2BR,1BA | $0.20 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Boston?
There are currently 1074 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Boston, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,800 to $26,094. There are also 497 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Boston ranging from $1,410 to $99,999.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Boston?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Boston ranges from $1,410 to $99,999 with an average monthly rent of $4,472.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Boston?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Boston range from $2,900 to $17,964, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,580 to $35,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,100.
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