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Rental terms in the Downtown Boston area of Boston as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

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10 Emerson Pl
$3,025
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Base Rent
$2,650
Required Monthly Fees
$375

Total Monthly Price
$3,025
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 3, 2026

10 Emerson Pl

10 Emerson PlBoston, MA 02114
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10 Emerson Pl
$3,265
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Base Rent
$2,890
Required Monthly Fees
$375

Total Monthly Price
$3,265
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 23

10 Emerson Pl

10 Emerson PlBoston, MA 02114
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1 Emerson Pl
$5,040
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Base Rent
$4,600
Required Monthly Fees
$440

Total Monthly Price
$5,040
2 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 1, 2026

1 Emerson Pl

1 Emerson PlBoston, MA 02114
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125 Salem St
$3,635
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Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$3,220
Required Monthly Fees
$415

Total Monthly Price
$3,635
2 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 20, 2026

125 Salem St

125 Salem StBoston, MA 02113
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125 Salem St
$3,735
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Base Rent
$3,320
Required Monthly Fees
$415

Total Monthly Price
$3,735
2 Bedroom Apartments Available May 11, 2026

125 Salem St

125 Salem StBoston, MA 02113
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315 A St
$4,185
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Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$3,810
Required Monthly Fees
$375

Total Monthly Price
$4,185
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 1, 2026

315 A St

315 A StBoston, MA 02210
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237 Hanover St
$4,725
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Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$4,310
Required Monthly Fees
$415

Total Monthly Price
$4,725
2 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 7, 2026

237 Hanover St

237 Hanover StBoston, MA 02113
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40 Boylston St
$3,620
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Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$3,180
Required Monthly Fees
$440

Total Monthly Price
$3,620
2 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 23

40 Boylston St

40 Boylston StBoston, MA 02116
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62 Boylston St
$3,340
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Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$2,980
Required Monthly Fees
$360

Total Monthly Price
$3,340
Studio Apartments Available Mar 15, 2026

62 Boylston St

62 Boylston StBoston, MA 02116
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6 Whittier Pl
$3,815
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Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$3,440
Required Monthly Fees
$375

Total Monthly Price
$3,815
1 Bedroom Apartments Available May 31, 2026

6 Whittier Pl

6 Whittier PlBoston, MA 02114
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2 Leighton St
$3,090
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Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$2,650
Required Monthly Fees
$440

Total Monthly Price
$3,090
2 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 20

2 Leighton St

2 Leighton StCambridge, MA 02141
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2 Leighton St
$2,405
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Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$2,030
Required Monthly Fees
$375

Total Monthly Price
$2,405
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 20

2 Leighton St

2 Leighton StCambridge, MA 02141
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2 Leighton St
$3,020
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Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$2,580
Required Monthly Fees
$440

Total Monthly Price
$3,020
2 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 20

2 Leighton St

2 Leighton StCambridge, MA 02141
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1 Leighton St
$4,245
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Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$3,870
Required Monthly Fees
$375

Total Monthly Price
$4,245
1 Bedroom Apartments Available May 2, 2028

1 Leighton St

1 Leighton StCambridge, MA 02141
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1 Leighton St
$4,120
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$3,760
Required Monthly Fees
$360

Total Monthly Price
$4,120
Studio Apartments Available Mar 16, 2029

1 Leighton St

1 Leighton StCambridge, MA 02141
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1 Leighton St
$4,275
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$3,900
Required Monthly Fees
$375

Total Monthly Price
$4,275
1 Bedroom Apartments Available May 25, 2028

1 Leighton St

1 Leighton StCambridge, MA 02141
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1 Leighton St
$5,970
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$5,530
Required Monthly Fees
$440

Total Monthly Price
$5,970
2 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 16, 2029

1 Leighton St

1 Leighton StCambridge, MA 02141
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Boston's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Boston and the best places to live around the area with original content written by our Boston, MA Local Expert Amelia Ramstead

Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Boston

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Boston?

There are currently 1158 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Boston, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,700 to $16,993. There are also 552 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Boston ranging from $875 to $45,000.

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 $875 to $45,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,948.

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 $2,800 to $11,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,160 to $45,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,250.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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