Student Apartments for Rent in the Waterfront Neighborhood of Boston, MA (57 Rentals)

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Rentals in the Waterfront area of Boston near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.

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345 Harrison
Rent Specials
$2,940 - $7,232
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$2,928 - $7,220
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$12

Total Monthly Price
$2,940 - $7,232
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

345 Harrison

345 Harrison AveBoston, MA 02118
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James and Harrison Court
Rent Specials
$3,240 - $5,775
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$3,240 - $5,775

Total Monthly Price
$3,240 - $5,775
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

James and Harrison Court

45 E Newton StBoston, MA 02118
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12 Commonwealth
$3,100
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$3,100

Total Monthly Price
$3,100
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 1, 2026

12 Commonwealth

12 Commonwealth AveBoston, MA 02116
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221 Newbury St
1 Bedroom Apartments

221 Newbury St

221 Newbury StBoston, MA 02116
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54 Saint Stephen St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

54 Saint Stephen St

54 Saint Stephen StBoston, MA 02115
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The Harris
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Harris

390 Harrison AveBoston, MA 02118
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170 L St
6 Bedroom Apartments

170 L St

170 L StBoston, MA 02127
Student Housing

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131 Beacon St
Studio Apartments

131 Beacon St

131 Beacon StBoston, MA 02116
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133 Beacon St
Studio Apartments

133 Beacon St

133 Beacon StBoston, MA 02116
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Berklee Building
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Berklee Building

160 Massachusetts AveBoston, MA 02115
Student Housing
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2 Boylston Pl
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2 Boylston Pl

2 Boylston PlBoston, MA 02116
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319 Huntington Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

319 Huntington Ave

319 Huntington AveBoston, MA 02115
Student Housing
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Light Hall
Studio Apartments

Light Hall

81-83 St Stephen StBoston, MA 02115
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Parkview Chambers
Studio Apartments

Parkview Chambers

98 Hemenway StBoston, MA 02115
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37-39 Cunard St
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

37-39 Cunard St

37-39 Cunard StBoston, MA 02120
Student Housing

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Learn about the best Boston neighborhoods for student renters by our Boston, MA Local Expert Amelia Ramstead

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125 Commonwealth Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

125 Commonwealth Ave

125 Commonwealth AveBoston, MA 02116
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Posner Hall
Studio Apartments

Posner Hall

200 Harrison AveBoston, MA 02111
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75 Westland Ave
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

75 Westland Ave

75 Westland AveBoston, MA 02115
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309-315 Huntington Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

309-315 Huntington Ave

309-315 Huntington AveBoston, MA 02115
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Flats on Westland
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Flats on Westland

16 Westland AveBoston, MA 02115
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6 Clearway St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

6 Clearway St

6 Clearway StBoston, MA 02115
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Douglass Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Douglass Apartments

650 Columbus AveBoston, MA 02118
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Lightview NU
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Lightview NU

743 Columbus AveBoston, MA 02120
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127 Commonwealth Ave
Studio Apartments

127 Commonwealth Ave

127 Commonwealth AveBoston, MA 02116
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52 Westland Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

52 Westland Ave

52 Westland AveBoston, MA 02115
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109 St Stephen St
Studio Apartments

109 St Stephen St

109 St Stephen StBoston, MA 02115
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97 St Stephen St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

97 St Stephen St

97 St Stephen StBoston, MA 02115
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1410 Columbia
Rent Specials
$2,775 - $3,250
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$2,775 - $3,250

Total Monthly Price
$2,775 - $3,250
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 31

1410 Columbia

1410 Columbia RdSouth Boston, MA 02127
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One65 Main
$3,668 - $12,143
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$3,668 - $12,143

Total Monthly Price
$3,668 - $12,143
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

One65 Main

165 Main StCambridge, MA 02142
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Watermark Kendall West
Rent Specials
$3,170 - $6,310
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$3,170 - $6,310

Total Monthly Price
$3,170 - $6,310
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Watermark Kendall West

350 3rd StCambridge, MA 02142
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The Graphic Lofts
Rent Specials
$2,490 - $3,005
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Base Rent
$2,490 - $3,005

Total Monthly Price
$2,490 - $3,005
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Graphic Lofts

32-34 Cambridge StCharlestown, MA 02129
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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Waterfront, Boston, MA

Ranked #97

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Waterfront Neighborhood in Boston, MA

Walk Score®

97 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

82 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

100 / 100

Rider’s Paradise

World-class public transportation

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 14 Horace St listed at $1,100.

How much is the average rent for a Student Waterfront Apartment?

The average rent for a Student Apartment in Waterfront is $4,349.

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 482 sq ft.

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