
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in South Boston, MA (1,950 Rentals)


SOBO Place

654 E Broadway

222 W 9th St

204 West 5th Street

Edison on First

Broadway Place

Allele Building

305 K St

14 W Broadway
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406 E 3rd St

428-432 E 3rd St

537 E 1st St

306 K St

232 Old Colony Ave

858-858A E Second St

37 P St

9-11 Woodward St

870 E 6th St

14-16 Woodward St
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48 Gold St

489-493 E 3rd St

ARYA

20 O St

823 E 6th St

300 E 8th St

Trimount Place

Vantage Point

Harborview Condominiums

Eleven West Broadway
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185 W 9th St

Foundry Building

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Imprint

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100 Pier 4

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345 Harrison

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Flats on First

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1700 Dorchester Ave

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The Smith

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The Metlo

One India Street Apartments

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Watermark Seaport

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Boston?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Boston Studio Apartments | $2,677 | $868 | $7,141 |
South Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,305 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| South Boston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,065 | $920 | $10,000+ |
| South Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,697 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| South Boston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,083 | $870 | $10,000+ |
| South Boston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,816 | $3,500 | $10,000+ |
| South Boston 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,050 | $5,400 | $10,000+ |
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Largest Available South Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in South Boston, MA is found at Avenir in the Financial District neighborhood and is 1,481 square feet priced from $4,675. The Lofts at Atlantic Wharf has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,330 square feet and currently listed start at $7,500. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in South Boston:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avenir | 1 Bedroom ZZ | 1,481 Sq Ft | $4,675 |
| The Lofts at Atlantic Wharf | 1 Bed/2 Bath-a20g | 1,330 Sq Ft | $7,500 |
| The Towers at Longfellow | Longfellow One Bedroom -B | 1,010 Sq Ft | $3,315 |
| Elevate | Design 1R Premier | 989 Sq Ft | $4,079 |
| One Canal | Friend with Den | 961 Sq Ft | $4,687 |
| Peninsula Apartments | Schooner | 950 Sq Ft | $2,955 |
| LUKA on the Common | A13 | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 922 Sq Ft | $4,470 |
| The Arlington | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 680 Sq Ft | $4,180 |
| West Square Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment | 630 Sq Ft | $3,350 |
| St. Germain Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 555 Sq Ft | $2,855 |
Cheapest Available South Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of April 23, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in South Boston, MA is the Shared Bath Model starting from $1,350 at 21 Sudan St in the Columbia Point neighborhood. The second most affordable South Boston 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at Boylston St, 40 starting at $1,517 in the Financial District neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Boston is currently $3,305. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in South Boston:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 21 Sudan St | Shared Bath | $1,350 |
| Boylston St, 40 | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,517 |
| 125 WARREN | 1x1 | $1,900 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom South Boston Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in South Boston with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in South Boston is at 21 Sudan St listed at $1,350.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom South Boston Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in South Boston is $3,305.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom South Boston Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in South Boston is a 1,481 square feet unit starting from $4,675 at Avenir.
What is the average size for South Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in South Boston is currently 3,327 sq ft.
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