
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in South Boston, MA (1,541 Rentals)


36 Emerson St

SOBO Place

222 W 9th St

204 West 5th Street

543 E 7th St

Edison on First

Allele Building

406 E 3rd St

305 K St
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14 W Broadway

306 K St

537 E 1st St

37 P St

428-432 E 3rd St

Broadway Place

232 Old Colony Ave

489-493 E 3rd St

9-11 Woodward St

14-16 Woodward St
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48 Gold St

Vantage Point

Harborview Condominiums

870 E 6th St

20 O St

823 E 6th St

ARYA

Trimount Place

300 E 8th St

501 E Broadway
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858-858A E Second St

South Boston General Store

381 W Broadway

538 E Broadway

Eleven West Broadway

185 W 9th St

489 E Broadway

Foundry Building

The Distillery North

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75 Willow

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Ora Seaport

Aera

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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 | $2,817 | $1,724 | $9,560 |
South Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,552 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| South Boston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,447 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| South Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,560 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| South Boston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,549 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| South Boston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,920 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| South Boston 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,161 | $900 | $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 Avenir in the Financial District neighborhood and is 1,303 square feet priced from $4,731. 302 Newbury St in the Kendall Square neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 999 square feet and currently listed start at $1,895. 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 TTT | 1,303 Sq Ft | $4,731 |
| 302 Newbury St | 302 Newbury | 999 Sq Ft | $1,895 |
| The Towers at Longfellow | Longfellow One Bedroom -A | 924 Sq Ft | $3,230 |
| LUKA on the Common | A13 | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 922 Sq Ft | $4,315 |
| The West End Apartments | Villas One Bedroom with Alcove | 910 Sq Ft | $3,510 |
| The Andi | H18 | 901 Sq Ft | $3,063 |
| 438 W 4th St | 1 bed-1 bath | 900 Sq Ft | $3,200 |
| Piano Craft Guild | One Bedroom Loft w/ All Utilities Included | 750 Sq Ft | $3,800 |
| The Arlington | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 680 Sq Ft | $4,290 |
| West Square Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment | 630 Sq Ft | $3,350 |
Cheapest Available South Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 07, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in South Boston, MA is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $1,847 at Burbank Terrace in the Kendall Square neighborhood. The second most affordable South Boston 1 Bedroom is the 302 Newbury Model at 302 Newbury St starting at $1,895 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Boston is currently $3,552. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in South Boston:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Burbank Terrace | 1 Bedroom | $1,847 |
| 302 Newbury St | 302 Newbury | $1,895 |
| 227 Newbury St | 1 Bedroom | $1,895 |
| 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 Burbank Terrace listed at $1,847.
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 $3,552.
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 1,303 square feet unit starting from $4,731 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 711 sq ft.
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