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South Boston, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Boston Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in South Boston, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at 21 Sudan St in the Columbia Point neighborhood priced from $1,350. 7INK in the Financial District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,704. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Boston apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
21 Sudan StShared Bath1BR,1BA$1,350
7INKCentury4BR,2BA$1,704
35 @ EightSixtyStudio - Income-BasedStudio,1BA$1,737
Flats on WestlandStudioStudio,1BA$2,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Boston, MA and Nearby

As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Boston area is the $0.03 price per square foot 37 Howell St Model at 37 Howell St, Unit 2 in the in the Columbia Point neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value South Boston apartment is the 257 Savin Hill Ave Model at 257 Savin Hill Ave, Unit 2 starting at $4,600 with a $0.05 price per square foot in the Columbia Point neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Boston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
37 Howell St, Unit 237 Howell St3BR,1BA$0.03
257 Savin Hill Ave, Unit 2257 Savin Hill Ave1BR,1BA$0.05
141 Cottage St, Unit 2141 Cottage St4BR,1BA$0.03
26 Taft St26 Taft St3BR,1BA$0.21
271 Newbury St, Unit 2271 Newbury StStudio ,1BA$0.21
81 Saint Botolph St, Unit 181 Saint Botolph StStudio ,1BA$0.21
66 Phillips St, Unit A66 Phillips StStudio ,1BA$0.21
50 S Russell St50 S Russell StStudio ,1BA$0.21
58 S Russell St, Unit 258 S Russell StStudio ,1BA$0.20
504 E Broadway504 E BroadwayStudio ,1BA$0.20

Boston Neighborhood Guide: Living Near UMass, MGH, and State Street

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Top Neighborhoods Near Boston Colleges and Universities

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Boston

What type of rentals are currently available in South Boston?

There are currently 4184 Apartments for Rent in South Boston, MA with pricing that ranges from $900 to $26,091. There are also 2535 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Boston ranging from $980 to $45,000.

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 $980 to $45,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,528.

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 $1,100 to $20,159, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $45,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,025 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $900.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.