
Gated Apartments for Rent in East Boston, MA Under $5,500 (172 Rentals)


Portside at East Pier

Maverick Landing

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Boston East

Waldemar Ave

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190 L St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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157 M St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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71 Beacon St, Unit 4, Unit 4

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7 Phillips St, Unit 4, Unit 4

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70 N Margin St, Unit 4, Unit 4
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50 N Margin St

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Gatehouse 75

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80 West Cedar St, Unit #2, Unit #2

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66 N Margin St, Unit #64 - 4F, Unit #64 - 4F

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The Alyx

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36 W Cedar St, Unit #4, Unit #4

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75 West Cedar St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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370 D St, Unit 3, Unit 3

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212 Stuart

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286 Cambridge St, Unit 1, Unit 1
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7 Champney Pl, Unit 3, Unit 3

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393 W Broadway, Unit 3, Unit 3

45 L St

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97 Prince St, Unit 9, Unit 9

One India Street Apartments

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150 Everett St, Unit 203, Unit 203

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137 Charles St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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Avenir

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8 Grove St, Unit 4, Unit 4

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145 Endicott St, Unit 10, Unit 10
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861 E 1st St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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525 E 3rd St, Unit 3F, Unit 3F

Mercantile Wharf

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12 Grove, Unit 2, Unit 2

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315 on A

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Watermark Seaport

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Twenty|20

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71 Joy St, Unit #70 - 14, Unit #70 - 14

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81 West Cedar St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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West Square Apartments
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One Canal

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110 Sudbury St

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18 Temple St, Unit 2, Unit 2

Bowdoin School

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82 Phillips St, Unit #2, Unit #2

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VIA Seaport Residences

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The Residences on Broadway

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162 Lexington St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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661 Bennington St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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48 Marion St, Unit 512, Unit 512
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East Boston, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Boston?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Boston Studio Apartments | $2,729 | $1,550 | $7,840 |
| East Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,176 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| East Boston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,995 | $920 | $10,000+ |
| East Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,696 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| East Boston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,130 | $870 | $10,000+ |
| East Boston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,356 | $3,500 | $9,000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gated East Boston Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in East Boston?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in East Boston is at 7INK listed at $1,428.
How much is the average rent for a Gated East Boston Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in East Boston is $4,399.
What is the largest Gated East Boston Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in East Boston is a 9,999 square feet unit starting from $2,500 at Liberty Tree Lofts by FiDi.
What is the average size for East Boston Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in East Boston is currently at 1,323 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.