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8h ago
Verified
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,473–$6,456
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8h ago
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Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$3,103–$12,319
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18h ago
Verified
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,953–$10,000
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
37m ago
Verified
25 Northern Ave, Boston, MA 02210
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,800–$20,000
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4h ago
Verified
175 Washington St, Boston, MA 02135
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Swimming pool
Studio–4 beds
1–3 baths
$2,738–$7,280
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Available Sep 10
41m ago
Verified
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,338–$25,628
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7h ago
Verified
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$2,402–$3,838
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12h ago
Verified
1–3 beds
1 bath
$2,837–$4,504
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13h ago
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390 Blue Ledge Dr, Boston, MA 02131
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Fitness center
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,703–$4,298
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1d ago
Verified
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,033–$4,800
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In-Unit Laundry
On-Site Laundry
Hardwood Floor
Dishwasher
1d ago
Verified
1220 Adams St, Boston, MA 02124
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,665–$3,595
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1–3 beds
1 bath
$2,276–$2,736
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Dec 12
3h ago
Verified
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,292–$5,637
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3h ago
Verified
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,081–$6,171
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3h ago
Verified
3 Longfellow Pl, Boston, MA 02114
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,585–$5,070
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5h ago
Verified
660 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,886–$8,526
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
5h ago
Verified
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,570–$6,900
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1d ago
Verified
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,290–$7,045
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12h ago
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,550–$12,684
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
527 Ashmont St #NA, Boston, MA 02122
In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor | Dishwasher
2 beds
1 bath
$2,800
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.House for rent
Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
2–4 beds
1–2 baths
$4,550–$7,240
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
337 Beacon St #1K, Boston, MA 02116
On-site laundry | Hardwood floor | Dishwasher
1 bed
1 bath
$3,150
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
Verified
71 Fairbanks St #NA, Boston, MA 02135
In-unit laundry | Balcony | Assigned parking
5 beds
3 baths
$1,275
$1,200
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Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
Verified
337 Beacon St #6K, Boston, MA 02116
On-site laundry | Hardwood floor | Fireplace
1 bed
1 bath
$2,900
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
Verified
120 F St #2, Boston, MA 02127
In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor | Package service
3 beds
2 baths
$5,400
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
Verified
17 Boynton St #2, Boston, MA 02130
Balcony | Hardwood floor | Deck
2 beds
1 bath
$3,300
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Dec 1
3h ago
Verified
770 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02199
In-unit laundry | Fitness center | Walk-in closets
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$3,005–$12,205
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
3h ago
Verified
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,890–$6,915
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
3h ago
Verified
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$2,590–$5,685
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
4h ago
Verified
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$2,725–$8,555
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6h ago
Verified
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$3,935–$19,316
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1d ago
Verified
290 Lincoln St #1, Boston, MA 02134
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$3,125
$2,675
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Available Oct 31
3d ago
Verified
20 Howell St #1, Boston, MA 02125
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Hardwood floor
2 beds
1 bath
$3,675
$2,600
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Available Oct 31
4d ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$3,250
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 1
4d ago
Verified
36 N Bennet St #1, Boston, MA 02113
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Hardwood floor
1 bed
1 bath
$3,030
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 31
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
1 bath
$3,000
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$2,100
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 25
5d+ ago
Verified
4 beds
1 bath
$3,800
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 6
1h ago
Verified
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$2,670–$3,660
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4h ago
Verified
49 Worthington St #1071, Boston, MA 02120
Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$2,080–$3,390
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5h ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$9,040
$8,610
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6h ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$8,280
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6h ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$10,130
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
6h ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$2,980
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
6h ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$1,980
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
6h ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$2,430
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
6h ago
Verified
1 bed
2 baths
$1,350
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
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The Zumper Boston Metro Report analyzed active listings last month across metro cities to show the most and least expensive cities and cities with the fastest growing rents. The Massachusetts one bedroom median rent was $2,273 last month.
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The Zumper Boston Metro Area Report analyzed active listings that hit the market last month. Listings are aggregated by city to calculate median asking rents.
Crystal Chen is a seasoned real estate and housing market expert with more than a decade of experience analyzing rental trends, housing affordability, and urban living. At Zumper, she leads data storytelling as well as press and media relations, where she translates complex housing research into easily digestible insights for renters, industry professionals, and journalists. Her reports can be seen cited in national outlets like The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and CNBC. She is passionate about helping renters navigate today’s evolving housing landscape with clarity and confidence. Living in New York City herself, she knows firsthand the chaos and challenges of navigating a competitive rental market.
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Welcome to Beantown, a proud beacon of American independence. You cannot turn a corner without encountering a place that played a role in American history. In addition to its rich history, this town kills it with top-notch museums, music, comedy, and theatre options.
Remember your days in the library at four am finishing a paper? Stumbling home from that frat party? Consuming absurd amounts of Ramen noodles? Scholastic and fantastic, Boston is home to a whopping 43 colleges and universities – a true college town. Not only do the myriad students of Boston make this town an intellectual assembly, they contribute to the city's well-being and financial success. Hungry? You're in luck because the restaurant scene is incredible. Hello lobster rolls and clam chowda. Looking for a night out on the town after dinner? Boston's creative scene eschews the glitz and glam of New York or LA and the bars close at 2 am. Oh, and if you're from out of town, put down that Starbucks – your new spot is Dunkin Donuts.
Boston is a city defined by its pride. Neighborhood pride, general Boston pride, and most notably, Red Sox and Bruins pride. Sports are taken very seriously in this town. If you aren't a big sports fan, you should probably fake it. Just be sure to know what you are talking about if you're going to opine. If there is one word to describe a Red Sox fan, it is passionate.
The Boston economy keeps on ticking, with over 100 colleges and universities located in the Greater Boston Area, and an even larger number of company headquarters. The people here are some smart cookies, with major employers such as MathWorks (the company that brought us MATLAB and Simulink) and internet startup HourlyNerd. Not to mention the major players in the technology and biotech sectors, including Abbott Laboratories, Advanced Cell Technology, GenZyme Corporation, Boston Scientific Corporation, Charles River Laboratories, AMD (Advanced Micro Devices), ADI (Analog Devices), Avid Technology, and Azimuth Systems. Meanwhile, companies such as Bain Capital are still going strong in the financial sector, and the local universities and landmarks continue to push the education and tourism industries.
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As of today, you'll find 6,496 apartments for rent in Boston, with a median rent price of $3,300 per month. Boston has seen a 2%—or $82—increase in median rent price compared to the previous year.Average Rent
$3,300Year Over Year Change
2%
$82
Rentals available, last 30 days
6,496
The average rent in Boston, MA, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $3,300, which is a 2.37% increase year-over-year.
The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Boston, MA is about $2,800. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Boston, MA is $3,495, and studios are about $2,395 per month.
See more Boston, MA rent data on our rent research page.
About Niche: Niche compiles and analyzes the latest data from public sources like the US Census Bureau and the Department of Education to generate rankings for schools and neighborhoods across the US.
Disclaimer: School ratings from Niche are intended for informational purposes only. Check with the nearby schools to verify eligibility and zoning criteria before using this data to decide on your next home.
16 charter st
boston, MA, 2113
885 washington st
boston, MA, 2111
70 worcester st
boston, MA, 2118
90 warren ave
boston, MA, 2116
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boston, MA, 2118
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Age Range
0-19
20%
20-34
34%
35-44
12%
45-64
20%
65+
11%
Language
English
62%
Spanish
16%
Indo Euro
11%
Asia Pac
7%
Other
2%
Education
No HS
12%
High School
31%
Bachelor's
32%
Master's
15%
Prof Degree
5%
Doctorate
3%
Household Income
0-25k
23%
25-50k
14%
50-75k
12%
75-100k
10%
100-150k
15%
150k+
24%
Boston locals spend about 30 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. Residents or visitors looking to take public transit can hop on a bus, train or subway run by Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) to navigate Boston and nearby areas. The best way to fly in or out of Boston is through Logan International Airport, 5.25 miles away.
Scores for Boston are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.
We surveyed 10,000 renters across the country about what it's like living in their cities and neighborhoods. In Boston, 77% of residents reported feeling satisfied or very satisfied with the city overall, which is higher than the national average of 60%.
Top Three Reasons to Live in Boston
Pet friendly
81%Satisfaction rating
Quality schools
78%Satisfaction rating
Job market
74%Satisfaction rating
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Data last updated in 2024. Do you live here? Take our survey and share your experience.
How we got this dataThe overall cost of living in Boston, MA is 46% higher than the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Boston you can expect groceries to cost more than the national average, and healthcare to cost more. Eggs run about $3.03 per carton, and milk $4.76. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $223 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.
CATEGORY | AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE |
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Goods & Services | 15% higher |
Groceries | 4% higher |
Utilities | 50% higher |
Transportation | 10% higher |
Health | 25% higher |
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Boston, MA, offers a vibrant urban atmosphere filled with history and plenty of cultural attractions. Residents appreciate the accessibility of public transportation, making it easy to navigate the city and access various neighborhoods. Parks and recreational activities are also well-loved, contributing to a fulfilling daily life. However, some locals express concerns about the high cost of living and housing prices, which can be a notable challenge for renters looking for affordable options.
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Boston, MA is approximately $2,828, while a 2-bedroom apartment costs around $3,407.
Rents in Boston, MA have remained relatively stable, with a slight decrease of less than 1% overall. The average rent for a 1-bedroom has decreased by about 4%, and for a 2-bedroom, it has decreased by less than 1%.
The best time to look for an apartment in Boston is in December or November when demand is lower compared to the available inventory, offering better deals. July is the most competitive month, while August sees the highest rent prices.
Popular neighborhoods for renting in Boston include Meeting House Hill, Commonwealth, and St. Elizabeth's, known for their unique amenities and attractions. Bay Village, West End, Downtown Boston, and Chinatown - Leather District are ideal for those valuing social living.
Budget-conscious renters should consider neighborhoods like Stony Brook Cleary Square, Franklin Field South, Jamaica Hills Pond, and Readville, where 1-bedroom rents are 14-20% lower than the city median.
Yes, there are pet-friendly apartments in Boston, with 46.61% of listings being pet-friendly, amounting to 5,932 pet-friendly listings.
Utilities are included in about 6% of apartment listings in Boston, MA.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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