
Homes for Rent in South Boston, MA Under $1,500 (59 Rentals)


Room in Shared 5 bed/1 bath home, Unit E

Room in Shared 5 bed/2.5 bath home, Unit B

Room in Shared 5 bed/1 bath home, Unit A

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home, Unit B

Room in Shared 4 bed/1.5 bath home, Unit 2B

Room in Shared 4 bed/1.5 bath home, Unit 2A

Room in Shared 5 bed/1 bath home, Unit C

Room in Shared 5 bed/2.5 bath home, Unit C

Room in Shared 3 bed/2 bath home, Unit B
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Room in Shared 3 bed/2 bath home, Unit B

Room in Shared 3 bed/2 bath home, Unit A

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit D

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home, Unit B

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home, Unit C

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home, Unit B

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home, Unit A

Room in Shared 5 bed/2.5 bath home, Unit E

Room in Shared 3 bed/2 bath home, Unit C

Room in Shared 4 bed/1.5 bath home, Unit 2C
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Room in Shared 3 bed/2 bath home, Unit C

Room in Shared 4 bed/1.5 bath home, Unit 2D

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home, Unit D

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit B

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit B

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Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit C

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit A

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit A

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit B
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Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home, Unit C

Room in Shared 5 bed/2.5 bath home, Unit D

Room in Shared 2 bed/1 bath home, Unit B

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home, Unit A

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home, Unit C

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home, Unit E

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit A

Room in Shared 5 bed/1 bath home, Unit B

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit C

Room in Shared 5 bed/1 bath home, Unit E
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Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit C

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home, Unit C

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit A

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit A

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit B

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit C

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit D

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit B

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit A

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit D
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South Boston, MA Local Guide

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 | $4,142 | $1,275 | $10,000+ |
| South Boston 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,525 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| South Boston 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,679 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
| South Boston 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,400 | $1,210 | $10,000+ |
| South Boston 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,310 | $5,000 | $10,000+ |
| South Boston 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,000 | $8,000 | $8,000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about South Boston
What type of rentals are currently available in South Boston?
There are currently 3973 Apartments for Rent in South Boston, MA with pricing that ranges from $900 to $25,927. There are also 2280 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Boston ranging from $1,025 to $35,000.
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 $1,025 to $35,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,996.
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 $17,396, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $35,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,025 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $900.
Expert Rental Resources
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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.

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.