
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in South Boston, MA (1,517 Rentals)


36 Emerson St

SOBO Place

654 E Broadway

222 W 9th St

204 West 5th Street

Edison on First

Allele Building

Broadway Place

305 K St
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14 W Broadway

406 E 3rd St

537 E 1st St

306 K St

232 Old Colony Ave

858-858A E Second St

428-432 E 3rd St

37 P St

9-11 Woodward St

14-16 Woodward St
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48 Gold St

489-493 E 3rd St

ARYA

870 E 6th St

20 O St

823 E 6th St

300 E 8th St

501 E Broadway

Trimount Place

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Harborview Condominiums

South Boston General Store

538 E Broadway

Eleven West Broadway

185 W 9th St

489 E Broadway

Foundry Building

The Distillery North

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Harbor Point

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LUKA on the Common

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Garrison Square

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345 Harrison

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The Cara

75 Willow

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Boston East

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Lyra

Flats on First
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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 | $2,921 | $1,575 | $8,424 |
South Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,653 | $860 | $10,000+ |
| South Boston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,551 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| South Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,667 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| South Boston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,662 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| South Boston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,756 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| South Boston 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,609 | $4,000 | $9,800 |
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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 The Towers at Longfellow in the Financial District neighborhood and is 1,010 square feet priced from $3,860. LUKA on the Common has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 922 square feet and currently listed start at $4,885. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in South Boston:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Towers at Longfellow | Longfellow One Bedroom -B | 1,010 Sq Ft | $3,860 |
| LUKA on the Common | A13 | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 922 Sq Ft | $4,885 |
| 127 St. Botolph Street | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 895 Sq Ft | $4,150 |
| The Andi | H16 | 895 Sq Ft | $3,303 |
| The Victor by Windsor | A3d | 894 Sq Ft | $4,352 |
| 100 Pier 4 | One Bedroom A1AD | 829 Sq Ft | $4,759 |
| Piano Craft Guild | One Bedroom Loft w/ All Utilities Included | 750 Sq Ft | $3,800 |
| The Residences on Broadway | One Bedroom - 50 WB | 702 Sq Ft | $3,099 |
| The Arlington | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 680 Sq Ft | $4,255 |
| West Square Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment | 630 Sq Ft | $3,300 |
Cheapest Available South Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 23, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in South Boston, MA is the 1x1 Model starting from $1,900 at 125 WARREN in the Roxbury neighborhood. The second most affordable South Boston 1 Bedroom is the 10 Model at The Cara starting at $2,350 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Boston is currently $3,653. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in South Boston:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 125 WARREN | 1x1 | $1,900 |
| The Cara | 10 | $2,350 |
| 75 Willow | 115 | $2,360 |
| Essex Apartments, 81 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $2,400 |
| 103 Hemenway St | 26 Hemenway (1 Bed) | $2,400 |
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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 125 WARREN listed at $1,900.
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 $3,653.
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 1,010 square feet unit starting from $3,860 at The Towers at Longfellow.
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 523 sq ft.
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