Cheap Homes for Rent in the Theatre District Boston, MA from $1,200 (114 Rentals)

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

property at 294 D St

$1,490

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$1,490

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4 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

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property at 33 N Margin St

$1,660 - $4,750

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$1,660

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3 Bedroom Rentals

Available Aug 8

33 N Margin St

BostonMA02113
property at 40 Saint Botolph

$1,995

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$1,995

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$1,995

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

40 Saint Botolph, Unit 46

40 Saint Botolph
BostonMA02116

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property at 43 Anderson St

$2,100

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$2,100

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$2,100

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

43 Anderson St, Unit 3

43 Anderson St
BostonMA02114

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property at 290 Commonwealth Ave

$2,175 - $5,500

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$2,175

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$2,175

Studio To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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property at 295 Newbury St

$2,195

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$2,195

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$2,195

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

295 Newbury St, Unit 2

295 Newbury St
BostonMA02115

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Theatre District, Boston, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Theatre District, MA

As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Theatre District area is the $0.23 price per square foot 16 Cumberland St Model at 16 Cumberland St, Unit 3 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Theatre District apartment is the 116 Marlborough St Model at 116 Marlborough St, Unit 7 starting at $2,375 with a $0.24 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Theatre District apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
16 Cumberland St, Unit 316 Cumberland St1BR,1BA$0.23
116 Marlborough St, Unit 7116 Marlborough StStudio ,1BA$0.24
81 Saint Botolph St, Unit 181 Saint Botolph StStudio ,1BA$0.21
42 S Russell St, Unit 342 S Russell StStudio ,1BA$0.23
36 S Russell St, Unit 336 S Russell StStudio ,1BA$0.23
50 S Russell St50 S Russell StStudio ,1BA$0.21
22 Garden St, Unit 20-822 Garden St1BR,1BA$0.24
5 Albemarle St, Unit 65 Albemarle StStudio ,1BA$0.25
83 Essex St83 Essex St1BR,1BA$0.24
58 S Russell St, Unit 258 S Russell StStudio ,1BA$0.20

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Theatre District, Boston, MA

Ranked #82

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Theatre District

What type of rentals are currently available in Theatre District?

There are currently 1931 Apartments for Rent in Theatre District, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,650 to $25,908. There are also 1001 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Theatre District ranging from $1,230 to $35,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Theatre District?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Theatre District ranges from $1,230 to $35,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,314.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Theatre District?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Theatre District range from $1,945 to $19,621, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,475 to $35,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,490 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,838.

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