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Apartments for Rent in Boston, MA under $1200
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    126 Border Street, Boston, MA 02128
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    886-896 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02115
    STUDIO $1,150
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    130 Endicott Street, Boston, MA 02113
    STUDIO $1,004
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    20 Rev. Burke St., South Boston, MA 02127
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    174 Newbury Street, Boston, MA 02116
    STUDIO $400
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    Office, Charlestown, MA 02129
    STUDIO $125
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    5 Oak Street West, Boston, MA 02116
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    25 James Oneill Street, South Boston, MA 02127
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    860 Harrison Avenue, Boston, MA 02118
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    466 River Street, Boston, MA 02126
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    14 Mt Hood Road, Brighton, MA 02135
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    720 Bennington Street, East Boston, MA 02122
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    400-412 Neponset Avenue, Dorchester, MA 02122
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Getting around in Boston, MA

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Very Walkable
73 /100
Excellent Transit
77 /100
Very Bikeable
Walk Score®: 80, Transit Score®: 73, Bike Score®: 77

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Boston, MA last updated?

Prices and availability in Boston, MA were last updated on 16 Feb 2025.

What are the best apartments in Boston, MA?

The best apartments in Boston, MA are: 735 Truman Apartments, Adams Village, Parkside on Adams, The Indie and MetroMark.

What type of rental buildings are in Boston, MA?

In Boston, 65% of the residents are renting compared to 35% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 21% of Boston’s rentals, 76% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 2% are single-family rentals.

Renting apartments in Boston, MA under $1,500

Searching for apartments for rent in Boston, MA under $1,500 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 $917 per month, there are 31 units available for less than $1,500. 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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