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As of today, you'll find 5,350 apartments for rent in Boston, with a median rent price of $3,333 per month. Boston has seen a 0%—or $2—increase in median rent price compared to the previous year.Average Rent
$3,333Year Over Year Change
0%
$2
Rentals available, last 30 days
5,350
The average rent in Boston, MA, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $3,333, which is a 0.07% 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 $3,400, and studios are about $2,500 per month.
See more Boston, MA rent data on our rent research page.
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16 charter st
boston, MA, 2113
885 washington st
boston, MA, 2111
70 worcester st
boston, MA, 2118
90 warren ave
boston, MA, 2116
380 shawmut ave
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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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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Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,144–$6,244
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Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,065–$10,000
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Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,770–$12,319
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