
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Kenmore Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $1,800 (80 Rentals)
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475 Commonwealth Ave, Unit G4

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501 Beacon St, Unit C, Unit C

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434 Marlborough St, Unit 3, Unit 3

511 Beacon St

37 Bay State Rd

45 Bay State Rd

509 Beacon St, Unit 5

504 Beacon St, Unit 34

507 Beacon St
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504 Beacon St, Unit 34, Unit 34

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509 Beacon St, Unit 4, Unit 4

31 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

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531 Beacon St

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509 Beacon St

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388 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 9, Unit 9

27 1/2 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

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529 Beacon St

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11 Bay State Rd, Unit 41, Unit 41

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35 Bay State Rd
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463 Commonwealth Ave

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383 Commonwealth Ave

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383 Commonwealth Ave

507 Beacon St, Unit 54, Unit 54

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379 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

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511 Beacon St, Unit 12, Unit 12

466 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 604

515 Beacon St, Unit 505, Unit 505

35 Bay State Rd

386 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 62, Unit 62
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31 Park Dr, Unit #22

37 Bay State Rd

591 Beacon St, Unit 02, Unit 02

480 Commonwealth Ave

529 Beacon St, Unit 9

529 Beacon St, Unit 6

529 Beacon St, Unit 1

529 Beacon St, Unit 10

529 Beacon St, Unit 14

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480 Commonwealth Ave
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531 Beacon St

31 Park Dr

31 Park Dr, Unit 18

31 Park Dr, Unit 18

31 Park Dr, Unit 18

379 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 2

476 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 5

373 Commonwealth Ave

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387 Commonwealth Ave

585 Beacon St
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Kenmore, Boston, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kenmore?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenmore Studio Apartments | $2,599 | $1,845 | $5,500 |
| Kenmore 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,247 | $2,400 | $7,125 |
| Kenmore 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,883 | $3,000 | $7,500 |
| Kenmore 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,750 | $4,500 | $5,400 |
| Kenmore 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,500 | $4,500 | $4,500 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kenmore, MA
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kenmore area is the $0.28 price per square foot 379 Commonwealth Ave Model at 379 Commonwealth Ave in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Kenmore apartment is the 529 Beacon St Model at 529 Beacon St starting at $3,550 with a $0.36 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kenmore apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 379 Commonwealth Ave | 379 Commonwealth Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.28 |
| 529 Beacon St | 529 Beacon St | 1BR,1BA | $0.36 |
| 500 Beacon St | 500 Beacon St | 1BR,1BA | $0.36 |
| 511 Beacon St, Unit 9 | 511 Beacon St | 1BR,1BA | $0.27 |
| 383 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 3 | 383 Commonwealth Ave | 3BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| 43 Bay State Rd, Unit 2R | 43 Bay State Rd | 2BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| 423 Marlborough St, Unit 1 | 423 Marlborough St | 2BR,1BA | $3.40 |
| 480 Commonwealth Ave | 480 Commonwealth Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| 47 Bay State Rd | 47 Bay State Rd | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
| 529 Beacon St | 529 Beacon St | Studio ,1BA | $3.46 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleKenmore, Boston, MA
Ranked #47
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
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