Apartments for Rent in Boston, MA under $1200
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Ask for PricingIncome restricted466 River Street, Boston, MA 02126Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
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Studio $1,004Base rent4.0 (1)130 Endicott Street, Boston, MA 02113Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Large Closets
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Ask for pricing14 Mt Hood Rd, Brighton, MA 02135Pet friendly • Dishwasher • Air conditioner
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Ask for pricing25 James Oneill Street, South Boston, MA 02127Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Public Transportation
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Studio $1,200Base rent161 Putnam Street, Boston, MA 02128Pet friendly -
Ask for pricingIncome restricted4.5 (1)20 Reverend Burke Street, South Boston, MA 02127In unit laundry • Hardwood Floors • Public Transportation
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Ask for pricingIncome restricted5 Oak Street West, Boston, MA 02116Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Public Transportation
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Studio $1,100+Base rent4.5 (4)63 Clarendon Street, Boston, MA 02116Pet friendly -
Studio $275Base rent3.5 (5)509 Beacon Street, Boston, MA 02116 -
Studio $375Base rent3.5 (5)469 Beacon Street, Boston, MA 02116 -
3 bd $1,200Base rent1307 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02134
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When were prices and availability in Boston, MA last updated?
Prices and availability in Boston, MA were last updated on 13 Jul 2026.
What are the best apartments in Boston, MA?
The best apartments in Boston, MA are: MetroMark, Adams Village, 1943 DOT Ave, The Indie and Peninsula I.
What type of rental buildings are in Boston, MA?
In Boston, 64% of the residents are renting compared to 36% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 23% of Boston's rentals, 74% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 2% are single-family rentals.
Renting apartments in Boston, MA under $1,200
Searching for apartments for rent in Boston, MA under $1,200 is not an easy task, but luckily you have come to the right place. Whether you are a student on a budget, a young professional on the move, or simply a frugal person, RentCafe can help you find what you are looking for. Just make sure you know what you consider non-negotiable and what you can compromise on. Your new home is just a few clicks away. In Boston, MA, where the average rent is $851 per month, there are 14 units available for less than $1,200. Click on any of these units to see pictures, floor plans, amenities and more. After you have picked your favorite, you can contact the property to check availability. Considering that you are trying to spend as little as possible, looking at 1 bedroom apartments and studio apartments might be a good idea.
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