Cheap Condos for Rent in the Downtown Boston Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $1,200 (62 Rentals)

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property at 32 Irving St

$2,000

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$2,000

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$2,000

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

32 Irving St

BostonMA02114
property at 10 Henchman St

$2,100

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$2,100

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$2,100

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Oct 1

10 Henchman St, Unit 2M

10 Henchman St
BostonMA02113
property at 43 Anderson St

$2,100

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$2,100

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$2,100

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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43 Anderson St, Unit 3

43 Anderson St
BostonMA02114

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property at 68 Myrtle St

$2,300

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$2,300

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$2,300

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

68 Myrtle St, Unit 8

68 Myrtle St
BostonMA02114
property at 142 Charles St

$2,350

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$2,350

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$2,350

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142 Charles St, Unit 2

142 Charles St
BostonMA02114
property at 37 Revere St

$2,350

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$2,350

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$2,350

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

37 Revere St, Unit 3

37 Revere St
BostonMA02114

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property at 83 Myrtle St

$2,400

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$2,400

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$2,400

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

83 Myrtle St

BostonMA02114
property at 21 Beacon St

$2,400

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$2,400

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$2,400

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 1

21 Beacon St, Unit 7K

21 Beacon St
BostonMA02108
property at 161 Endicott St

$2,400 - $3,800

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$2,400 - $3,800

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$2,400 - $3,800

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161 Endicott St

BostonMA02113
property at 16 Cedar Lane Way

$2,400

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$2,400

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$2,400

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

16 Cedar Lane Way, Unit 2

16 Cedar Lane Way
BostonMA02108
property at 123 Myrtle St

$2,400

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$2,400

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$2,400

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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123 Myrtle St, Unit 123

123 Myrtle St
BostonMA02114

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property at 6 Whittier Pl

$2,425 - $4,100

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$2,425

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$2,425

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Aug 1

6 Whittier Pl

BostonMA02114
property at 4 Joy St

$2,450 - $4,500

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$2,450 - $4,500

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$2,450 - $4,500

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4 Joy St

BostonMA02108
property at 112 Pinckney St

$2,450

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$2,450

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$2,450

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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112 Pinckney St, Unit 113

112 Pinckney St
BostonMA02114

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Boston, Boston, MA

Ranked #52

Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Boston

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Boston?

There are currently 1077 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Boston, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,975 to $25,550. There are also 637 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Boston ranging from $1,210 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 $1,210 to $99,999 with an average monthly rent of $5,016.

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 $2,985 to $18,073, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,530 to $35,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,530 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,000.

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