Start your Boston, MA search

How many bedrooms do you need?

1943 Dorchester Ave (opens in new tab)

1943 Dorchester Avenue, Boston, MA 02124

(781) 417-3435

$1,995+/moTotal price12-mo lease

This property is offering a limited-time move-in special.

Verified

The Harlo (opens in new tab)

1350 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02215

(617) 468-3026

$3,681+/moTotal price13-mo lease

16 units available

Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed

Amenities

Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Gym, Smoke-free community, Dog grooming area + more

Verified

Verified

Verified

55 Brighton at Packard Crossing Gallery 1

Verified

Verified

Verified

Verified

Verified

Verified

81 Essex (opens in new tab)

81 Essex Street, Boston, MA 02111

Verified

Verified

Verified

City Guide

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Boston is $3,574+, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $4,512+. Rent rates updated 7 days ago

Studio: $3,053+
Prices trending down
1 Bed: $3,574+
Prices trending down
2 Beds: $4,512+
Prices trending down
3+ Beds: $4,532+
Prices trending down

* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List that don’t include fees

Top neighborhoods

Top neighborhoods in Boston, MA

Find more rentals by

Finding an Apartment for Rent in Boston

Boston, Massachusetts is one of the oldest cities in America. It’s only 20 minutes from prestigious universities like Harvard and MIT, making it a hub for up-and-coming professionals. Residents and visitors alike can explore a diverse culinary scene, stunning Bayfront views, and historic Freedom Trail sights. From the North End's Italian eateries to the Boston Common's peaceful greenery, Boston is full of charm.

If you’re ready to make the move to Boston, let Apartment List find you a home. Instead of typing "apartments for rent near me" into Google and hoping for the best, use our app to search for apartments in Boston that perfectly suit your needs.

Start by downloading the app from Google Play or the App Store. Then, take the Renter Quiz and share your rental goals, including your preferred neighborhoods and amenities. The platform's AI curates a list of apartment rentals in Boston that suit your preferences.

Once you find your new home, schedule tours and communicate directly with landlords without leaving the app. With hundreds of potential rentals in Boston available, you're sure to find a location that fits your lifestyle.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

In Boston, MA, the average rent is $3,053+ for a studio, $3,574+ for a 1-bedroom, $4,512+ for a 2-bedroom, and $4,532+ for a 3-bedroom.* For more information on rental trends in Boston, MA, check out our monthly Boston, MA Rent Report.
*Based on base prices that don’t include fees
You can find the lowest-priced apartments in Boston, MA by using the cheap apartments filter or you can search by apartments that are offering move-in specials.
You can use the pet-friendly filter to find Boston, MA apartments that allow pets.
The answer to this question depends on your household income and a couple of other factors. You can use our Rent Calculator to figure out how much you should spend on rent in Boston, MA.
You can use the off-campus housing filters to find apartments near colleges located in or around Boston, MA. Some of the colleges and universities in the area include Boston University, Emmanuel College, Lesley University, Hult International Business School, Fisher College, and Wentworth Institute of Technology.

Boston Rent Report: November 2026

Welcome to the Apartment List November 2026 Rent Report for Boston, MA. Currently, the overall median rent in the city stands at $2,453, after falling 1.6% last month. Prices remain up 1.6% year-over-year. Read on to learn more about what’s been happening in the Boston rental market and how it compares to trends throughout the broader Boston metro area and the nation as a whole.

View full Boston Rent Report

Boston Renter Confidence Survey

National study of renter’s satisfaction with their cities and states

Here’s how Boston ranks on:

Overview of Findings

Apartment List has released Boston’s results from the third annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. This survey, which drew on responses from over 45,000 renters, provides insight on what states and cities must do to meet the needs of 111 million American renters nationwide.

"Boston renters expressed general satisfaction with the city overall," according to Apartment List. "However, ratings varied greatly across different categories, indicating that even though renters love Boston, some aspects can be better."

Key findings in Boston include the following:

Boston renters gave their city an A overall.
The highest-rated categories for Boston were public transit, social life and recreational activities, which all received A+ grades.
The areas of concern to Boston renters are affordability and weather, which both received D grades.
Millennial renters are very satisfied with their city, giving it an overall grade of A-.
Boston did relatively well compared to other cities in New England, including New York, NY (C+), Philadelphia, PA (C+) and New Haven, CT (D).
The top rated cities nationwide for renter satisfaction include Scottsdale, AZ, Irvine, CA, Boulder, CO and Ann Arbor, MI. The lowest rated cities include Tallahassee, FL, Stockton, CA, Dayton, OH, Detroit, MI and Newark, NJ.

Renters say:

"Boston is a city with a sense of community I haven’t seen anywhere else. It takes a while to make friends with the locals because they’re such a tight group, but it’s a great place." – Jonathan M.
"It’s clean, safe, has great restaurants, and is accessible to all of New England." – Nicole C.
"Love the culture of the city. It’s very walkable and there’s lots to do. My one dislike is that the city’s too cold!" – Kieran
"I love the convenience to everything like bars and transportation. But the cost of rent keeps going up without apartments getting upgraded, and there’s a disappointing lack of dog-friendly places." – Shaun K.

For more information on the survey methodology and findings or to speak to one of our researchers, please contact our team at rentonomics@apartmentlist.com.

View our national survey results.

Renting in Boston: Tips and local insights

Navigate apartment hunting and city life like a local with our curated articles about Boston, Massachusetts.

Data & Rent Estimates
Cost of Living in Boston, MA (2026): What Renters Should Budget
August 24
Read full story
Apartment Moving
Moving Day in Boston: What Renters Should Know
September 29
Read full story
Apartment Moving
5 Pros and Cons of Living in Boston
September 22
Read full story

Commonwealth

What's it like to live in Commonwealth?

Historic elegance defines Commonwealth Avenue, where impressive brownstones line this grand boulevard featuring a central mall designed by Frederick Law Olmsted. Residents enjoy both architectural prestige and the practical benefits of living along one of Boston's primary east-west connections providing both shopping access and transportation options. Though some buildings show their age with vintage quirks requiring maintenance knowledge beyond typical renter experience, the trade-off comes in high ceilings, ornate woodwork, and architectural details unavailable in newer construction. The neighborhood's proximityto Fenway Park, the Charles River Esplanade, and multiple universities creates ideal location for both cultural experiences and recreational opportunities despite urban density.