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Apartments for Rent in Boston, MA under $1700


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  • Rent specials Only 2 units left
    Studio $1,650+
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    Ridgecrest Village

    5120 Washington Street, West Roxbury, MA 02132
    Apply online • Cat friendly
  • 5 units available
    Studio $1,572+
    Base rent
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    Charlesbank Cooperative

    4.5 (10)
    650 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115
    Apply online • Cat friendly • Parking
  • Only 2 units left
    1 bd $1,650
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    9 Ashford St

    9 Ashford St, Boston, MA 02134
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Hardwood Floors
  • 352-360-364 Riverway Street Studio-2 Beds Apartment for Rent
    Only 3 units left
    1 bd $1,100+
    2 bd $1,500
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    352-360-364 Riverway

    4.0 (2)
    352-360-364 Riverway Street, Boston, MA 02115
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Only 2 units left
    1 bd $1,259+
    2 bd $1,510+
    3 bd $1,621+
    Base rent Income restricted
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    Roxbury Apartments

    123A Hutchings Street, Boston, MA 02121
    Apply online • Dishwasher • Laundry Facilities
  • 7 units available
    Studio $1,292+
    1 bd $1,691+
    Base rent Income restricted
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    The Pryde

    55 Harvard Avenue, Hyde Park, MA 02136
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • 1 bd $1,521
    Base rent Income restricted
    29 Neponset Field Lane, Boston, MA 02136
    Apply online • Air conditioner • Laundry Facilities
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    Foley Senior Residences

    5.0 (2)
    249 River St., Mattapan, MA 02126
    Pet friendly • Air conditioner • Hardwood Floors
  • Studio $400
    Base rent
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    174 Newbury Street

    174 Newbury Street, Boston, MA 02116
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    14 Mt Hood Road #1

    14 Mt Hood Rd, Brighton, MA 02135
    Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
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    Old Colony I

    25 James Oneill Street, South Boston, MA 02127
    Pet friendly • Laundry Facilities • Public Transportation
  • 2 bd $1,400
    Base rent
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    69 Putnam Street

    5.0 (2)
    69 Putnam Street, Boston, MA 02128
    Pet friendly
  • 2 bd $1,695
    Base rent
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    27 Brooks Street

    27 Brooks Street, Boston, MA 02128
    Pet friendly
  • 1 bd $1,600+
    Base rent
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    The Clarion

    4.5 (4)
    311 Blue Hill Avenue, Boston, MA 02121
    Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
  • Studio $125+
    Base rent
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    51 Brookline Ave

    51 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA 02215
  • Studio $1,004
    1 bd $1,234
    2 bd $1,455
    Base rent
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    Casa Maria Apartments

    4.0 (1)
    130 Endicott Street, Boston, MA 02113
    Pet friendly • Large Closets • Laundry Facilities
  • 1 bd $1,650+
    Base rent
    588-590 Cambridge Street, Allston, MA 02134
    Pet friendly
  • 2 bd $1,685+
    Base rent
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    335 Paris Street

    4.0 (1)
    335 Paris Street, Boston, MA 02128
    Pet friendly
  • Studio $1,200
    Base rent
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    161 Putnam Street

    161 Putnam Street, Boston, MA 02128
    Pet friendly
  • 1 bd $1,695+
    Base rent
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    333 Paris Street

    333 Paris Street, Boston, MA 02128
    Pet friendly
  • 2 bd $1,695
    Base rent
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    87 Orleans Street

    87 Orleans Street, Boston, MA 02128
    Pet friendly
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    Income restricted
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    Quincy Tower

    5 Oak Street West, Boston, MA 02116
    Pet friendly • Laundry Facilities • Public Transportation
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    20 Reverend Burke Street, South Boston, MA 02127
    Hardwood Floors • Laundry Facilities • Public Transportation
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    Income restricted
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    Georgetowne Homes

    400A Georgetowne Drive, Hyde Park, MA 02136
    Hardwood Floors • Laundry Facilities • Public Transportation
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    Income restricted
    6 Lamartine Street, Boston, MA 02130
    Pet friendly • Parking • Dishwasher
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Frequently asked questions

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

Prices and availability in Boston, MA were last updated on 9 Nov 2026.

What are the best apartments in Boston, MA?

The best apartments in Boston, MA are: 735 Truman Apartments, MetroMark, The Indie, 1943 DOT Ave and Adams Village.

What type of rental buildings are in Boston, MA?

In Boston 64% of the housing is rented out compared to 36% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 23% of Boston's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 74% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 2% are single-family rentals.

Renting apartments in Boston, MA under $1,700

Searching for apartments for rent in Boston, MA under $1,700 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 $1,431 per month, there are 71 units available for less than $1,700. 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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