
Apartments for Rent by Owner in the South Boston Neighborhood of Boston, MA (32 Rentals)


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158 I St, Unit 2

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605 Dorchester Ave, Unit 3

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130 P St

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174 Bolton St, Unit 1

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2 W 3rd Street Pl, Unit Rear

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241 W 3rd St, Unit 2

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130 P St, Unit 2
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98 L St, Unit 1

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93 George St, Unit 1

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17 Hudson St, Unit 2

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195 W 3rd St

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10 Humphreys St, Unit 2

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128 G St

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527 E 3rd St

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5 Carson St, Unit 2
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3 Grimes St, Unit 1

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190 L St

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145 L St, Unit 1

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16 O St, Unit 2

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118 Buttonwood St, Unit 1

608 Dorchester Ave

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28 Appleton St

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470 E 3rd St
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258 W Broadway

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13 Knowlton St

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40 Thomas Park

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10 Ward St

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659 E 4th St

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14 Magnolia Sq, Unit 3

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3 Chamblet St

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95 Auckland St
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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 | $2,883 | $1,600 | $9,803 |
| South Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,494 | $1,095 | $10,000+ |
| South Boston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,172 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| South Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,434 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| South Boston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,624 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| South Boston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,134 | $1,525 | $9,556 |
| South Boston 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,644 | $5,400 | $8,710 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about For rent By Owner South Boston Apartments
What is the Cheapest For rent By Owner apartment in South Boston?
Currently the most affordable For rent By Owner Apartment in South Boston is at 3 Chamblet St listed at $1,900.
How much is the average rent for a For rent By Owner South Boston Apartment?
The average rent for a For rent By Owner Apartment in South Boston is $4,972.
What is the largest For rent By Owner South Boston Apartment for rent?
Today's For rent By Owner apartment with the most square footage in South Boston is a 9,999 square feet unit starting from $8,000 at 98 L St, Unit 1.
What is the average size for South Boston For rent By Owner Apartments for rent?
The average size for a For rent By Owner rental in South Boston is currently at 2,524 sq ft.
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