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Government Center, Boston, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Government Center Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Boylston St, 401 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,517

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Government Center, MA

As of August 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Government Center area is the $0.24 price per square foot 95 N Margin St Model at 95 N Margin St, Unit 3 in the in the Financial District neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Government Center apartment is the 56 Prince St Model at 56 Prince St, Unit 2 starting at $2,100 with a $0.21 price per square foot in the Financial District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Government Center apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
95 N Margin St, Unit 395 N Margin St1BR,1BA$0.24
56 Prince St, Unit 256 Prince St1BR,1BA$0.21
58 S Russell St, Unit 258 S Russell StStudio ,1BA$0.20
15 Sheafe St, Unit 215 Sheafe St1BR,1BA$0.23
43 Anderson St, Unit 843 Anderson StStudio ,1BA$0.20
171 Beacon St, Unit 168-1171 Beacon St1BR,1BA$0.22
58 Anderson St, Unit 258 Anderson StStudio ,1BA$0.20
11 Myrtle St, Unit B11 Myrtle StStudio ,1BA$0.23
165 Beacon St, Unit 01-164165 Beacon St1BR,1BA$0.22
56 Prince St, Unit G256 Prince St1BR,1BA$0.21

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Frequently Asked Questions about Government Center

What type of rentals are currently available in Government Center?

There are currently 1687 Apartments for Rent in Government Center, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,900 to $45,000. There are also 1075 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Government Center ranging from $1,080 to $45,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Government Center?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Government Center ranges from $1,080 to $45,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,553.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Government Center?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Government Center range from $3,175 to $45,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $45,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,450.

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