Cheap Homes for Rent in the Kenmore Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $1,900 (37 Rentals)

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property at 45 Bay State Rd

$2,100 - $4,500

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$2,100 - $4,500
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$2,100 - $4,500

Studio To 3 Bedroom Condos for Rent

Available Sep 1

45 Bay State Rd

BostonMA02215
property at 511 Beacon St

$2,300

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$2,300
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$2,300

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

511 Beacon St, Unit 5

511 Beacon St
BostonMA02215
property at 464 Commonwealth Ave

$2,300 - $5,500

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$2,300
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$2,300

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Sep 1

464 Commonwealth Ave

BostonMA02215

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property at 463 Commonwealth Ave

$2,375 - $2,495

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$2,375 - $2,495
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$2,375 - $2,495

Studio To 1 Bedroom Condos for Rent

Available Now

463 Commonwealth Ave

BostonMA02215
property at 503 Beacon St

$2,450

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$2,450
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$2,450

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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503 Beacon St, Unit 5A

503 Beacon St
BostonMA02215
property at 29 Massachusetts Ave

$2,450

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$2,450
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$2,450

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

29 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 1

29 Massachusetts Ave
BostonMA02115

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property at 466 Commonwealth Ave

$2,500

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$2,500
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$2,500

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

466 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 204

466 Commonwealth Ave
BostonMA02215
property at 53 Bay State Rd

$2,500

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$2,500
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$2,500

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

53 Bay State Rd, Unit 3

53 Bay State Rd
BostonMA02215
property at 45 Bay State Rd

$2,500

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$2,500
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$2,500

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

45 Bay State Rd, Unit 5F

45 Bay State Rd
BostonMA02215
property at 511 Beacon St

$2,500 - $4,850

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$2,500 - $4,850
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$2,500 - $4,850

Studio To 2 Bedroom Condos for Rent

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511 Beacon St

BostonMA02215

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property at 466 Commonwealth Ave

$2,700

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$2,700
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$2,700

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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466 Commonwealth Ave

BostonMA02215
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Kenmore, Boston, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kenmore, MA

As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kenmore area is the $0.27 price per square foot 383 Commonwealth Ave Model at 383 Commonwealth Ave in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Kenmore apartment is the 29 Bay State Rd Model at 29 Bay State Rd, Unit B3 starting at $2,850 with a $0.29 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
383 Commonwealth Ave383 Commonwealth AveStudio ,1BA$0.27
29 Bay State Rd, Unit B329 Bay State Rd1BR,1BA$0.29
416 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 319416 Commonwealth Avenue2BR,2BA$4.00
491 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 6491 Commonwealth Ave3BR,2BA$5.00
31 Bay State Rd31 Bay State Rd4BR,2.5BA$4.74
383 Commonwealth Ave383 Commonwealth AveStudio ,1BA$2.99
429 Marlborough St, Unit 1429 Marlborough St1BR,1BA$4.77
383 Commonwealth Ave383 Commonwealth AveStudio ,1BA$5.30
385 Commonwealth Ave385 Commonwealth AveStudio ,1BA$5.40
509 Beacon St509 Beacon StStudio ,1BA$5.50

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Kenmore, Boston, MA

Ranked #53

Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kenmore

What type of rentals are currently available in Kenmore?

There are currently 85 Apartments for Rent in Kenmore, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,845 to $5,500. There are also 129 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kenmore ranging from $1,950 to $5,700.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Kenmore ranges from $1,950 to $5,700 with an average monthly rent of $3,935.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Kenmore range from $4,300 to $5,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,050 to $5,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,500.

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