
Homes for Rent in Boston, MA Under $4,600 (14,300 Rentals)


293 Vermont St

20 Sanford St

10 Scottfield Rd, Unit 22

871 Harrison Ave, Unit Harrison Ave #3

1950 Washington St, Unit 3D

95 West Cedar St, Unit 1

95 West Cedar St, Unit 1

2 Fayette St, Unit 4

32 Park Vale Ave, Unit 7
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25 Worcester Sq, Unit 3

871 Harrison Ave, Unit 3

48 Allston St, Unit 2

464 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 81

50 Brainerd Rd, Unit 1

464 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 81

6 Sewall St, Unit 2

20 W 5th St, Unit 5A

16 O St, Unit 3

18 O St, Unit 3
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16 O St, Unit #3

16 O St, Unit 3

283 C St, Unit 1

16 O St, Unit 3

344 Saratoga St, Unit 3

47 Orleans St, Unit 1

6 Sewall St, Unit #2

3 Willoughby St

7 Gardner Ter, Unit 1

344 Saratoga St, Unit 3
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50 Brainerd Rd, Unit 50 Brainerd Rd #1

682 Parker St, Unit 682 Parker St #1

43 Westland Ave, Unit 12A

852 Huntington Ave

35 South St, Unit 10

27 Eulita Ter

43 Westland Ave, Unit 12A

9 Eulita Ter

44 Union St

48 Allston St, Unit 2
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100 H St, Unit 1

35 Faneuil St, Unit 1

6 Glenville Ave, Unit 2

39 Falkland St, Unit 2

19 Saint Lukes Rd

2009 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 1

115 Glenville Ave, Unit 1

192 Kelton St, Unit 1

34 Orkney Rd, Unit 1

61 Strathmore Rd, Unit 1
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Boston?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Boston 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,546 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
Boston 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,290 | $1,950 | $10,000+ |
Boston 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,300 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
Boston 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,644 | $1,125 | $10,000+ |
Boston 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,748 | $1,125 | $10,000+ |
Boston 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,760 | $6,500 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Boston
What type of rentals are currently available in Boston?
There are currently 30334 Apartments for Rent in Boston, MA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $50,000. There are also 19053 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Boston ranging from $800 to $100,000.
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 $800 to $100,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,755.
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 $975 to $28,200, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,950 to $55,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $850.
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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.

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA
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A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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Written by: Marie Brown
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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