
Student Apartments for Rent in the Waterfront Neighborhood of Boston, MA (59 Rentals)
Rentals in the Waterfront area of Boston near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


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James and Harrison Court

62 on the Park

The Greenhouse Apartments

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12 Commonwealth

83 Westland Ave

Westland Avenue Apartments

Symphony Road Apartments

75 Westland Ave

6 Clearway St
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The Melnea Residences

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45 Westland Ave

57 Westland Ave

52 Clearway St

28 Clearway St

90 Westland Ave

24 Westland Ave

461 Massachusetts Avenue

Liberty Tree Lofts by FiDi

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Flats on Westland
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46 Westland Ave

97 St Stephen St

14 Horace St

221 Newbury St

54 Saint Stephen St

The Harris

319 Huntington Ave

Light Hall

Medical Student Residence

37-39 Cunard St
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Emerson Colonial Residence Hall

Posner Hall

International Village, NEU

2 Boylston Pl

Parkview Chambers

Berklee Building

170 L St

125 Commonwealth Ave

Levine Hall St. Stephen Street Complex

131 Beacon St
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133 Beacon St

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Terra on Lenox

309-315 Huntington Ave

Douglass Apartments

127 Commonwealth Ave

Lightview NU

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1410 Columbia

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One65 Main

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Watermark Kendall West
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Waterfront, Boston, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waterfront?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterfront Studio Apartments | $2,710 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
| Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,398 | $1,095 | $10,000+ |
| Waterfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,117 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| Waterfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,130 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Waterfront 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,124 | $1,572 | $10,000+ |
| Waterfront 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,149 | $1,525 | $10,000+ |
| Waterfront 6 Bedroom Apartments | $9,392 | $7,200 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 59 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Waterfront Neighborhood of Boston, MA.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWaterfront, Boston, MA
Ranked #97
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Student Waterfront Apartments
What is the Cheapest Student apartment in Waterfront?
Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in Waterfront is at Flats on Westland listed at $2,100.
How much is the average rent for a Student Waterfront Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in Waterfront is $4,293.
What is the largest Student Waterfront Apartment for rent?
Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in Waterfront is a 9,999 square feet unit starting from $2,500 at Liberty Tree Lofts by FiDi.
What is the average size for Waterfront Student Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Student rental in Waterfront is currently at 475 sq ft.
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