Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Leather District Boston, MA from $1,500 (18 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
to
Note: Properties with the Total Monthly Price badge include all required fees. Hover over the badge for details.
Lifestyle Matching SearchDone
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Leather District area of Boston.

property at 73 Hudson St

$2,300

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$2,300

Total Monthly Price
$2,300

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

73 Hudson St

BostonMA02111
close
View Me
83 Essex St
$2,400
Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$2,400

Total Monthly Price
$2,400
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

83 Essex St

83 Essex StBoston, MA 02111
Cost Per Sq.Ft.

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

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

property at 20 South St

$2,500

Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$2,500

Total Monthly Price
$2,500

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals

Available Now

20 South St

BostonMA02135
close
View Me
83 Essex St, Unit 5
$2,525
Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$2,525

Total Monthly Price
$2,525
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 1

83 Essex St, Unit 5

83 Essex StBoston, MA 02111
Affordability
close
View Me
76 Essex St, Unit 6
$2,550
Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$2,550

Total Monthly Price
$2,550
Studio Apartment Available Aug 1

76 Essex St, Unit 6

76 Essex StBoston, MA 02111
Affordability

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

close
View Me
78 Essex St, Unit 2
$2,550
Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$2,550

Total Monthly Price
$2,550
Studio Apartment Available Aug 1

78 Essex St, Unit 2

78 Essex StBoston, MA 02111
Affordability
property at 21 Temple Pl

$2,650

Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$2,650

Total Monthly Price
$2,650

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Mar 1

21 Temple Pl, Unit 2

21 Temple Pl
BostonMA02111
close
View Me
79 Essex St, Unit 6
$2,700
Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$2,700

Total Monthly Price
$2,700
Studio Apartment Available Apr 1

79 Essex St, Unit 6

79 Essex StBoston, MA 02111
Affordability
close
View Me
68 Essex St, Unit 2
$2,700
Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$2,700

Total Monthly Price
$2,700
Studio Apartment Available Apr 1

68 Essex St, Unit 2

68 Essex StBoston, MA 02111
Affordability
close
View Me
80 Essex St, Unit 7
$2,700
Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$2,700

Total Monthly Price
$2,700
Studio Apartment Available Apr 1

80 Essex St, Unit 7

80 Essex StBoston, MA 02111
Affordability

Boston Major Employer Neighborhood Guide: Living Near UMass, MGH, & State Street

Get the local scoop! ApartmentHomeLiving's Boston Expert reveals the best neighborhoods to rent for employees of UMass Boston, Mass General Hospital, State Street, and more.

Cheapest Available Leather District Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Leather District area of Boston, MA is a 4 Beds unit found at 7INK priced from $1,531. Liberty Tree Lofts by FiDi has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,500. Here are the most affordable Leather District apartments for rent in Boston, MA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
7INKImpact4BR,2BA$1,531
Liberty Tree Lofts by FiDiStudioStudio,1BA$2,500
Essex Apartments, 811 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,525
660 WashingtonStudio AStudio,1BA$3,025

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Leather District, MA

As of February 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Leather District area is the $0.23 price per square foot 73 Hudson St Model at 73 Hudson St, Unit 3 in the in the Financial District neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Leather District apartment is the 83 Essex St Model at 83 Essex St, Unit 75 starting at $2,400 with a $0.24 price per square foot in the Financial District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Leather District apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
73 Hudson St, Unit 373 Hudson St1BR,1BA$0.23
83 Essex St, Unit 7583 Essex St1BR,1BA$0.24
83 Essex St83 Essex St1BR,1BA$0.24
25 Channel Ctr St, Unit 125 Channel Ctr St2BR,2.5BA$3.39
55 Temple Pl, Unit 555 Temple Pl2BR,2BA$3.57
31 Essex St, Unit #40431 Essex St1BR,1BA$2.80
17 Edinboro St, Unit 40717 Edinboro St1BR,1BA$3.30
3 Avery St3 Avery St1BR,1BA$5.75
17 Hudson St, Unit 217 Hudson St2BR,1BA$4.00
105 Chauncy St, Unit 8105 Chauncy StStudio ,1BA$5.96

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Leather District Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Leather District?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Leather District is under $3,025.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Leather District?

The cheapest apartment in Leather District is Essex Apartments, 81 which is listed at $2,525, while the average apartment in Leather District costs $4,920.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Leather District?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 5 regular apartments in Leather District that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Leather District?

Cheap apartments in Leather District have an average cost of $525 which is $4,395 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Leather District.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

decorative image for The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA article

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.

decorative image for A Local Experts Guide to the Top Boston Neighborhoods for College Renters article

A Local Experts Guide to the Top Boston Neighborhoods for College Renters

Written by: Amelia Ramstead

Hi! I’m Amelia, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Boston, Massachusetts! We’re excited to help you find your new home, and getting to know the neighborhood is an important part of that process!

decorative image for Explore Like a Local: The Insider's Guide to Boston article

Explore Like a Local: The Insider's Guide to Boston

Written by: Amelia Ramstead

Hello from Boston, Massachusetts! I’m Amelia, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Boston, and I’m here to give you the inside scoop on this unique city.

decorative image for Boston Major Employer Neighborhood Guide: Living Near UMass, MGH, & State Street article

Boston Major Employer Neighborhood Guide: Living Near UMass, MGH, & State Street

Written by: Amelia Ramstead

Hi! I’m Amelia, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Boston, Massachusetts. Getting to know your new neighborhood is one of the best parts of moving, and we’re excited to help you get started.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

decorative image for Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters article

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

decorative image for 18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property article

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

decorative image for A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment article

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

decorative image for Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease article

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.