3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in South Boston, MA Under $5,000 (448 Rentals)

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Harbor Point
$3,854 - $5,694
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$2,091 - $5,694
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$2,091 - $5,694
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Harbor Point

24 Oyster Bay RdBoston, MA 02125
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Peninsula Apartments
$4,802 - $11,571
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$2,136 - $11,571
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$2,136 - $11,571
3 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 13, 2026

Peninsula Apartments

401 Mount Vernon StBoston, MA 02125
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Dot Block
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$4,765 - $4,865
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$2,490 - $4,865
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$2,490 - $4,865
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Dot Block

1205-1211 Dorchester AveDorchester, MA 02125
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15 Bartlett Pl
$4,200
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$3,550 - $4,200
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$3,550 - $4,200
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15 Bartlett Pl

15 Bartlett PlBoston, MA 02113
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The Andi
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$4,060 - $4,310
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$2,227 - $7,159
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$2,227 - $7,159
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The Andi

4 Lucy StBoston, MA 02125
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608 Shawmut Ave
$3,995
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$3,995
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$3,995
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608 Shawmut Ave

608 Shawmut AveBoston, MA 02118
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22 Howell St, Unit 2
$2,700
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$2,700
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$2,700
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22 Howell St, Unit 2

22 Howell StBoston, MA 02125
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22 Howell St, Unit 2
$2,700
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$2,700
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$2,700
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22 Howell St, Unit 2

22 Howell StBoston, MA 02125
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712 Shawmut Ave, Unit #1 (1R)
$4,800
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$4,800
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$4,800
3 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 31, 2026

712 Shawmut Ave, Unit #1 (1R)

712 Shawmut AveBoston, MA 02119
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86 Hammond St, Unit 2
$5,000
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$5,000
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$5,000
3 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 31, 2026

86 Hammond St, Unit 2

86 Hammond StBoston, MA 02120
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88 Hammond St, Unit 2
$5,000
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$5,000
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$5,000
3 Bedroom Apartment Available Sep 1, 2026

88 Hammond St, Unit 2

88 Hammond StBoston, MA 02120
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110 Buttonwood St, Unit 2
$3,500
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$3,500
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$3,500
3 Bedroom Apartment Available Sep 1, 2026

110 Buttonwood St, Unit 2

110 Buttonwood StBoston, MA 02125
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190 L St, Unit 1
$3,800
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$3,800
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$3,800
3 Bedroom Apartment Available Jun 1, 2026

190 L St, Unit 1

190 L StBoston, MA 02127
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190 L St, Unit 1
$3,800
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$3,800
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$3,800
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190 L St, Unit 1

190 L StBoston, MA 02127
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222 Hanover St, Unit 20
$4,200
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$4,200
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$4,200
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222 Hanover St, Unit 20

222 Hanover StBoston, MA 02113
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16 O St, Unit 2
$4,475
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$4,475
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$4,475
3 Bedroom Apartment Available Jun 1, 2026

16 O St, Unit 2

16 O StBoston, MA 02127
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70 Hammond St, Unit #92 - 1
$4,650
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$4,650
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$4,650
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70 Hammond St, Unit #92 - 1

70 Hammond StRoxbury Crossing, MA 02120
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24 Dawes St, Unit 2
$3,400
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$3,400
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$3,400
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24 Dawes St, Unit 2

24 Dawes StBoston, MA 02125
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16 O St, Unit 2
$4,475
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$4,475
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$4,475
3 Bedroom Apartment Available Jun 1, 2026

16 O St, Unit 2

16 O StBoston, MA 02127
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190 L St, Unit 1
$3,800
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$3,800
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$3,800
3 Bedroom Apartment Available Jun 1, 2026

190 L St, Unit 1

190 L StBoston, MA 02127
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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom South Boston Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in South Boston with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in South Boston is at 7INK listed at $1,411.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom South Boston Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in South Boston is $4,543.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom South Boston Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in South Boston is a 9,999 square feet unit starting from $6,500 at Liberty Tree Lofts by FiDi.

What is the average size for South Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in South Boston is currently 3,897 sq ft.

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!