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Houses for Rent in South Boston, Boston, MA

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    377 Silver Street, Boston, MA 02127
    3 BEDS $4,600
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    30 Jenkins Street, South Boston, MA 02127
    4 BEDS $6,000
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    264 Bowen Street, Boston, MA 02127
    5 BEDS $6,900
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    22 Garden Street, Boston, MA 02114
    3 BEDS $10,000
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    8 Sewall St, Boston, MA 02120
    6 BEDS $8,500
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    131 Centre St, Boston, MA 02124
    3 BEDS $4,500
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    58 Boston Street, Somerville, MA 02143
    2 BEDS $3,300
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    103 Summer Street, Revere, MA 02151
    4 BEDS $9,000
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    35 Springvale Ave, Chelsea, MA 02150
    3 BEDS $3,500
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    39 Snow Street, Boston, MA 02135
    4 BEDS $4,500
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    71 Fairbanks St, Boston, MA 02135
    5 BEDS $980
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    14 Highland Ave, HULL, MA 02045
    3 BEDS $4,300
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    57 Maynard Road, Dedham, MA 02026
    4 BEDS $4,300
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    370 Franklin St, Braintree, MA 02184
    6 BEDS $4,800
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    50 S Common St, Lynn, MA 01902
    2 BEDS $2,745
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    273 Front St, Weymouth, MA 02188
    3 BEDS $3,100
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    36 Fitzgerald Street, Randolph, MA 02368
    2 BEDS $2,000
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    99 Seaview Ave, Marblehead, MA 01945
    4 BEDS $7,250
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South Boston, Boston, MA rent trends

Rental prices in South Boston, Boston, MA have increased by 2.88% over the past year. The average rent moved from $4,208 to $4,329.

Average rent in South Boston, Boston, MA

$4,329/mo South Boston, Boston, MA average rental price, September 2025
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The average monthly rent for an apartment in South Boston, Boston, MA is around $4,329.

    What's the typical rent budget in South Boston, Boston, MA?

    A share of 1% of apartments in South Boston, Boston, MA have the cheapest rents between $2,001-$2,500. Around 5% of South Boston's apartments have monthly rents between $2,501-$3,000. There are 94% of apartments with rents between > $3,000.

    The largest share of rentals in South Boston, Boston, MA (94%) fall between $3,000- per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in South Boston, MA

    82 /100
    Very Walkable
    64 /100
    Good Transit
    71 /100
    Very Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 82, Transit Score®: 64, Bike Score®: 71

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the average size of a rental house in South Boston, Boston, MA?

    The average South Boston, Boston, MA rental house size is 1,638 sq. ft.

    What are the advantages of renting a house in South Boston, Boston, MA?

    Renting a house in South Boston, Boston, MA comes with more space, both indoor and outdoor.

    What are the downsides of renting a house apartment in South Boston, Boston, MA?

    Houses for rent in South Boston, Boston, MA are usually located in non-central areas.

    South Boston, Boston, MA demographics

    • 35,622Total Population
    • 17,936 Female
      17,686 Male
    • 35Median Age

    In total, South Boston, Boston, MA has 35,622 residents, 17,936 women and 17,686 men, per U.S. Census recent estimates. Statistics show that the median age of South Boston’s population is 35.

    South Boston, Boston, MA households

    • 6,391 Family
      11,747 Non-family
    • 2,079 Children
      16,059 No Children
    • 18,138Total Number of Households
    • 1.64Average People Per Household
    • $156,373Median Household Income

    There is a total of 18,138 households in South Boston, Boston, MA. Of these, 2,079 have children and 16,059 are without children. Per Census Bureau’s most current estimates, 6,391 family households and 11,747 non-family households live in this area. The size of a household in South Boston is 1.64 people, on average. The median household annual income in South Boston equals $156,373, and the monthly housing costs equal $2,702.

    South Boston, Boston, MA education statistics

    According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 2% of the population in South Boston, Boston, MA have no high school education, 16% went to high-school, and 9% have partially completed college. Moreover, 3% of the population hold an Associate Degree, 45% hold a Bachelor Degree, and 26% hold a Graduate Degree.

    Renting a house in South Boston, Boston, MA

    You know it’s time for a change, and snatching your dream house might be the perfect way to start. If you’re not sure where to look, we’ll give you a tip. About 20 rental homes are located in South Boston, Boston, MA, ranging in price from $980 to $10,000. Whether you’re looking for duplexes, townhouses or single family homes for rent, you’re sure to find what you need. The average rent for a South Boston, Boston, MA property is about $4,814, but if you’re looking for cheap houses for rent, take a look at 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom properties, which are likely to be more affordable.

    Renting a house. It’s a family affair!

    Single family homes have long been an attractive option for family oriented people. If you have a big family, 3 bedroom and 4 bedroom properties might be the right fit for you. To find the home of your dreams, don’t forget to use the filters on RentCafe, so you can be sure that you’re not wasting any time looking at properties that don’t interest you. Soon enough you will be enjoying the privacy and comfort of your new home, without any noises coming from the upstairs neighbors. Don’t forget about the added benefit of having a backyard, a safe place for your children and family pet, where you can also try your hand at gardening and, why not, grow your own organic vegetables. Don’t forget to ask your landlord for permission in writing before you make any changes to the landscape. If one of the 20 South Boston, Boston, MA homes for rent is the right one for you, you can apply for a lease online right here on RentCafe.

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