Up-To-Date Data
Boston Rental Market
Average monthly rents by neighborhood and bedroom type. Updated regularly to reflect current market conditions.
💡 These figures represent average asking rents across active listings. Actual prices vary based on unit size, floor, amenities, and availability date. Always verify current pricing directly with listings.
| Neighborhood | Studio | 1 Bedroom | 2 Bedroom | 3 Bedroom |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Back Bay | $2,800 | $3,400 | $4,800 | $6,500 |
| Beacon Hill | $2,600 | $3,200 | $4,400 | $6,000 |
| South Boston | $2,200 | $2,800 | $3,800 | $5,200 |
| South End | $2,500 | $3,100 | $4,300 | $5,800 |
| Fenway | $2,100 | $2,700 | $3,600 | $4,800 |
| North End | $2,300 | $2,900 | $4,000 | $5,500 |
| Allston | $1,800 | $2,300 | $3,000 | $4,000 |
| Brighton | $1,700 | $2,200 | $2,900 | $3,800 |
| Jamaica Plain | $1,900 | $2,400 | $3,200 | $4,200 |
| East Boston | $1,700 | $2,100 | $2,800 | $3,700 |
| Midtown | $2,400 | $3,000 | $4,200 | $5,800 |
| Mission Hill | $1,800 | $2,300 | $3,100 | $4,100 |
| Andrew Square | $1,900 | $2,400 | $3,200 | $4,300 |
| Chinatown | $2,200 | $2,800 | $3,800 | $5,000 |
| Cambridge | $2,200 | $2,800 | $3,900 | $5,300 |
| Somerville | $1,900 | $2,500 | $3,300 | $4,400 |
Back Bay
Studio$2,800
1 Bed$3,400
2 Bed$4,800
3 Bed$6,500
Beacon Hill
Studio$2,600
1 Bed$3,200
2 Bed$4,400
3 Bed$6,000
South Boston
Studio$2,200
1 Bed$2,800
2 Bed$3,800
3 Bed$5,200
South End
Studio$2,500
1 Bed$3,100
2 Bed$4,300
3 Bed$5,800
Fenway
Studio$2,100
1 Bed$2,700
2 Bed$3,600
3 Bed$4,800
North End
Studio$2,300
1 Bed$2,900
2 Bed$4,000
3 Bed$5,500
Allston
Studio$1,800
1 Bed$2,300
2 Bed$3,000
3 Bed$4,000
Brighton
Studio$1,700
1 Bed$2,200
2 Bed$2,900
3 Bed$3,800
Jamaica Plain
Studio$1,900
1 Bed$2,400
2 Bed$3,200
3 Bed$4,200
East Boston
Studio$1,700
1 Bed$2,100
2 Bed$2,800
3 Bed$3,700
Midtown
Studio$2,400
1 Bed$3,000
2 Bed$4,200
3 Bed$5,800
Mission Hill
Studio$1,800
1 Bed$2,300
2 Bed$3,100
3 Bed$4,100
Andrew Square
Studio$1,900
1 Bed$2,400
2 Bed$3,200
3 Bed$4,300
Chinatown
Studio$2,200
1 Bed$2,800
2 Bed$3,800
3 Bed$5,000
Cambridge
Studio$2,200
1 Bed$2,800
2 Bed$3,900
3 Bed$5,300
Somerville
Studio$1,900
1 Bed$2,500
2 Bed$3,300
3 Bed$4,400
Boston Rental Tips
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September 1st is Everything
The vast majority of Boston leases turn over on September 1st. Start your search in June for the best selection. If you need flexibility, look for off-cycle listings.
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Budget for Move-In Costs
Most Boston landlords require first month, last month, and a security deposit upfront — that's 3 months of rent due at signing. Plan ahead.
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No-Fee Listings Save Thousands
A broker fee in Boston is typically one month's rent. Our no-fee listings can save you $2,000–$5,000+ at move-in. Filter by "No Fee" to find them.
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T Access Affects Price
Units within walking distance of the T command a premium. Use our map view to see transit options near any listing before committing.