
Homes for Rent near South Boston, MA (1,419 Rentals)


11 Langdon St, Unit 1

7 Warwick St

56 Grampian Way

294 D St, Unit 292-294 D str. #2, Room C

41 Bishop Joe L Smith Way, Unit 9

615 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 1

365 Sumner St, Unit 365 Sumner First Floor

43 Anderson St, Unit 3

64 Hemenway St
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907 Boylston St, Unit 25

43 Westland Ave

35 Westland Ave

5 Thacher Ct, Unit 1

68 Myrtle St, Unit 8

37 Revere St, Unit 3

280 Commonwealth Ave, Unit G1

16 Cedar Lane Way, Unit 2

270 Huntington Ave, Unit 1

66 Middle St
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161 Endicott St

123 Myrtle St, Unit 123

132 Hemenway St, Unit 44

83 Myrtle St

24 Maverick St, Unit 1-bed

105 Myrtle St, Unit 6

112 Pinckney St, Unit 113

307 Huntington Ave

600 Columbia Rd, Unit 26

239 Park St, Unit 2
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9 Primus Ave, Unit 1

288 Cambridge St, Unit 3

274 Cambridge St, Unit 9

11 Boston St, Unit 2

191 Saint Botolph St

25 Saint Stephen St, Unit 22

65 Burbank St, Unit 24

1 Newcomb St, Unit 1

4 Joy St

7 Myrtle St
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9 Sheafe St

11 Temple Pl, Unit H-4

94 West Cedar St, Unit 2

80 West Cedar St, Unit 2

85 Marlborough St, Unit 5

17 Phillips St, Unit #4

318 Commonwealth Ave

132 Hemenway St, Unit 44

1 Grimes St, Unit 2

145 Arlington St, Unit 2##
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How much does it cost to rent a home in South Boston?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Boston 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,473 | $1,650 | $10,000+ |
| South Boston 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,767 | $1,360 | $10,000+ |
| South Boston 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,392 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
| South Boston 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,492 | $1,180 | $8,250 |
| South Boston 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,400 | $5,000 | $10,000+ |
| South Boston 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,730 | $1,730 | $1,730 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about South Boston
What type of rentals are currently available in South Boston?
There are currently 3553 Apartments for Rent in South Boston, MA with pricing that ranges from $900 to $26,168. There are also 1419 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Boston ranging from $750 to $99,999.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Boston?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Boston ranges from $750 to $99,999 with an average monthly rent of $4,024.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Boston?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Boston range from $900 to $15,560, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,360 to $60,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,150 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $900.
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