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424 Bowdoin StBoston, MA 02122
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38 Crescent AveBoston, MA 02125
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38 Crescent AveBoston, MA 02125
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38 Crescent AveBoston, MA 02125
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38 Crescent AveBoston, MA 02125
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102 W 3rd St, Unit 2
102 W 3rd StBoston, MA 02127
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109 Buttonwood St, Unit 2
109 Buttonwood StBoston, MA 02125
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40 Boylston StBoston, MA 02116
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36 Emerson StBoston, MA 02127
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860 Harrison AveBoston, MA 02118
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621 E 8th StBoston, MA 02128
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105 Buttonwood St, Unit 2
105 Buttonwood StBoston, MA 02125
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36 Emerson StBoston, MA 02127
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105 Buttonwood St, Unit 2
105 Buttonwood StBoston, MA 02125
774 Columbia Rd
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23 Arlington St, Unit 3
23 Arlington StBoston, MA 02116
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287 W 5th St, Unit 1
287 W 5th StBoston, MA 02127
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167 Beacon St, Unit 1
167 Beacon StBoston, MA 02116
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269 Bolton St, Unit 2A
269 Bolton StBoston, MA 02127
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284 E 8th StBoston, MA 02127
167 Beacon St
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349 Dudley St
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12 Boston St, Unit 3
12 Boston StBoston, MA 02127
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12 Boston StBoston, MA 02127
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507 E Broadway, Unit 3
507 E BroadwayBoston, MA 02127
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24 Oyster Bay RdBoston, MA 02125
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307 Shawmut Ave, Unit 1
307 Shawmut AveBoston, MA 02118
103 W Fourth St
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171 Beacon St, Unit 1A
171 Beacon StBoston, MA 02116
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South Boston, Boston, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Boston?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Boston Studio Apartments | $2,850 | $1,713 | $4,161 |
| South Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,382 | $875 | $10,000+ |
| South Boston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,061 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
| South Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,019 | $1,552 | $10,000+ |
| South Boston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,273 | $900 | $8,900 |
| South Boston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,544 | $3,900 | $8,500 |
| South Boston 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,704 | $4,875 | $8,710 |
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Cheapest Available South Boston Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Boston area of Boston, MA is a 3 Beds unit found at 19 Chase St priced from $1,200. 7INK has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,540. Here are the most affordable South Boston apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Chase St | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1,200 |
| 7INK | Cambria | 4BR,2BA | $1,540 |
| 35 @ EightSixty | Studio - Income-Based | Studio,1BA | $1,713 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Boston, MA
As of September 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Boston area is the $0.09 price per square foot 38 Crescent Ave Model at 38 Crescent Ave, Unit 1B in the in the Columbia Point neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value South Boston apartment is the 38 Crescent Ave Model at 38 Crescent Ave starting at $900 with a $0.09 price per square foot in the Columbia Point neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Boston apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 38 Crescent Ave, Unit 1B | 38 Crescent Ave | 4BR,1BA | $0.09 |
| 38 Crescent Ave | 38 Crescent Ave | 4BR,1BA | $0.09 |
| 105 Buttonwood St, Unit 2 | 105 Buttonwood St | 2BR,1BA | $0.18 |
| 23 Arlington St, Unit 3 | 23 Arlington St | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
| 171 Beacon St, Unit 1A | 171 Beacon St | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 105 Buttonwood St, Unit 1 | 105 Buttonwood St | 2BR,1BA | $0.22 |
| 171 Beacon St, Unit 168-1 | 171 Beacon St | 1BR,1BA | $0.22 |
| 25 Fayette St, Unit 1 | 25 Fayette St | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 20 Fayette St | 20 Fayette St | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 9 E Cottage St, Unit #1 | 9 E Cottage St | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Boston Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Boston?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Boston is under $1,713.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Boston?
The cheapest apartment in South Boston is Harbor Point which is listed at $2,033, while the average apartment in South Boston costs $6,300.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in South Boston?
Cheap apartments in South Boston have an average cost of $182 which is $6,118 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Boston.
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