Homes for Rent by Owner in Boston, MA (148 Rentals)

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property at 71 Fairbanks St

71 Fairbanks St

BostonMA02135
property at 57 Salem St

57 Salem St, Unit 3Rear

57 Salem St
BostonMA02113
property at 78 Sawyer Ave

78 Sawyer Ave, Unit 3

78 Sawyer Ave
BostonMA02125
property at 35 Dickinson Rd

35 Dickinson Rd, Unit 33

35 Dickinson Rd
BostonMA02135
property at 33 Arden St

33 Arden St, Unit 1

33 Arden St
BostonMA02134
property at 225 Dorchester St

225 Dorchester St, Unit 5

225 Dorchester St
BostonMA02127
property at 150 Dorchester Ave

150 Dorchester Ave, Unit 212

150 Dorchester Ave
BostonMA02127

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property at 1636 Columbia Rd

1636 Columbia Rd, Unit #2

1636 Columbia Rd
BostonMA02127
property at 28 Grove St

28 Grove St, Unit 3

28 Grove St
BostonMA02114
property at 207 Maverick St

207 Maverick St, Unit 205

207 Maverick St
BostonMA02128
property at 100 Lanark Rd

100 Lanark Rd, Unit A B

100 Lanark Rd
BostonMA02135
property at 292 D St

292 D St, Unit 2

292 D St
BostonMA02127

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property at 14 Bryon Rd

14 Bryon Rd, Unit 5

14 Bryon Rd
BostonMA02467
property at 16 Stillman St

16 Stillman St, Unit 3

16 Stillman St
BostonMA02113
property at 2025 Commonwealth Ave

2025 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 1

2025 Commonwealth Ave
BostonMA02135
property at 46 Middle St

46 Middle St, Unit 1

46 Middle St
BostonMA02127

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property at 20 Paul Gore St

20 Paul Gore St, Unit 3

20 Paul Gore St
BostonMA02130
property at 226 Jamaicaway

226 Jamaicaway, Unit 3

226 Jamaicaway
BostonMA02130

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property at 23 Rowe St

23 Rowe St, Unit 23 Rowe

23 Rowe St
BostonMA02131
property at 492 Massachusetts Ave

492 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 32

492 Massachusetts Ave
BostonMA02118
property at 873 Harrison Ave

873 Harrison Ave

BostonMA02118
property at 246 E St

246 E St, Unit 1

246 E St
BostonMA02127

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property at 171 Beacon St

171 Beacon St, Unit 1R

171 Beacon St
BostonMA02116
property at 9 Gardner Ter

9 Gardner Ter, Unit 3

9 Gardner Ter
BostonMA02134

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Frequently Asked Questions about Boston

What type of rentals are currently available in Boston?

There are currently 25021 Apartments for Rent in Boston, MA with pricing that ranges from $375 to $45,000. There are also 15500 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Boston ranging from $850 to $55,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Boston?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Boston ranges from $850 to $55,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,780.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Boston?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Boston range from $900 to $45,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $45,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,000.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA

Written by: Amelia Ramstead

Boston is known for its exciting combination of early American history and modern high-tech universities and employers.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.