Cheap Homes for Rent in South Boston Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $800 (110 Rentals)

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South Boston, Boston, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Boston Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
7INKCambria4BR,2BA$1,478
35 @ EightSixtyStudio - Income-BasedStudio,1BA$1,713

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Boston, MA

As of June 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Boston area is the $0.25 price per square foot 18 Eastman St Model at 18 Eastman St, Unit 3 in the in the Columbia Point neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value South Boston apartment is the 61 Crescent Ave Model at 61 Crescent Ave, Unit 1 starting at $2,500 with a $0.25 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
18 Eastman St, Unit 318 Eastman St4BR,1BA$0.25
61 Crescent Ave, Unit 161 Crescent Ave3BR,1BA$0.25
171 Beacon St, Unit 168-1171 Beacon St1BR,1BA$0.22
94 Appleton St, Unit 194 Appleton StStudio ,1BA$0.24
87 Appleton St, Unit 287 Appleton St1BR,1BA$0.25
168 Beacon St, Unit 2168 Beacon St1BR,1BA$0.22
842 Dorchester Ave, Unit BL842 Dorchester Ave1BR,1BA$0.19
83 Essex St83 Essex St1BR,1BA$0.24
1084 Dorchester Ave, Unit 21084 Dorchester Ave1BR,1BA$0.25
1084 Dorchester Ave, Unit 21084 Dorchester Ave1BR,1BA$0.25

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Boston

What type of rentals are currently available in South Boston?

There are currently 3419 Apartments for Rent in South Boston, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,075 to $45,000. There are also 1929 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Boston ranging from $800 to $45,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Boston?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Boston ranges from $800 to $45,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,616.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Boston?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Boston range from $1,563 to $45,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $975 to $45,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,493.

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