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property at 292 D St

292 D St, Unit 2

292 D St
BostonMA02127

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property at 37 Oak St

37 Oak St

BostonMA02111
property at 36-40 Orange St

36-40 Orange St

ChelseaMA02150
property at 75 Charles St

75 Charles St, Unit 2

75 Charles St
BostonMA02114

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property at 86 Charles St

86 Charles St, Unit 2

86 Charles St
BostonMA02114
property at 80 West Cedar St

80 West Cedar St, Unit 2

80 West Cedar St
BostonMA02114

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East Boston, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in East Boston, MA

Pricing Updated: 09/17/2025

Current apartment rentals in the East Boston, MA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for East Boston Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Eagle Hill$4,500$1,750267

Cheapest Available East Boston Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in East Boston, MA is a 3 Beds unit found at 7INK in the Financial District neighborhood priced from $1,642. The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+ in the Kendall Square neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable East Boston apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
7INKGeorgia3BR,2BA$1,642
The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,700
The AnchorageStudio SpecialStudio,1BA$1,800
565 Beach1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Boston, MA and Nearby

As of September 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Boston area is the $0.20 price per square foot 58 S Russell St Model at 58 S Russell St, Unit 2 in the in the Financial District neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value East Boston apartment is the 8 Curtis St Model at 8 Curtis St, Unit 6 starting at $2,000 with a $0.20 price per square foot in the Waterfront neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Boston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
58 S Russell St, Unit 258 S Russell StStudio ,1BA$0.20
8 Curtis St, Unit 68 Curtis St1BR,1BA$0.20
48 Harvard St, Unit 348 Harvard St1BR,1BA$0.17
75 Division St, Unit 175 Division St1BR,1BA$0.20
3 Pembroke St, Unit D3 Pembroke St1BR,1BA$0.20
43 Anderson St, Unit 143 Anderson StStudio ,1BA$0.20
40 Anderson St, Unit 540 Anderson StStudio ,1BA$0.20
58 Anderson St, Unit 258 Anderson StStudio ,1BA$0.20
68 Pinckney St, Unit #268 Pinckney StStudio ,1BA$0.20
23 Endicott Ave23 Endicott Ave1BR,1BA$0.17

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Boston

What type of rentals are currently available in East Boston?

There are currently 2822 Apartments for Rent in East Boston, MA with pricing that ranges from $950 to $45,000. There are also 1514 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Boston ranging from $1,000 to $45,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Boston ranges from $1,000 to $45,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,389.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Boston range from $1,642 to $45,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,025 to $45,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,250.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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