What is the average rent in Boston, MA?

The average rent in Boston is $3,516. When you rent an apartment in Boston, you can expect to pay as little as $2,890 or as much as $5,791, depending on the location and the size of the apartment.

What is the average rent of a Studio apartment in Boston, MA?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Boston, MA is $2,890 per month.

What is the average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Boston, MA?

The average rent for a one bedroom apartment in Boston, MA is $3,516 per month.

What is the average rent of a 2 bedroom apartment in Boston, MA?

The average rent for a two bedroom apartment in Boston, MA is $4,450 per month.

What is the average rent of a 3 bedroom apartment in Boston, MA?

The average rent for a three bedroom apartment in Boston, MA is $5,791 per month.

What colleges and universities are in Boston, MA?

If you’re a student moving to an apartment in Boston, you’ll have access to UMass Boston , Northeastern University , Wentworth Inst. of Technology , and Tufts University, Boston .

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For Rent by Private Owner in Boston MA

1,101 Rentals Available

30 Sudan St

30 Sudan St, Boston, MA 02125

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$3,500
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Apartment for Rent

4 Beds, 1 Bath, 9,999 sq ft

Hardwood Floors Yard Smoke Free Garden
103 Hancock St Unit 1

103 Hancock St Unit 1, Boston, MA 02125

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1 / 10

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$3,800
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Condo for Rent

3 Beds, 1 Bath, 1,252 sq ft

Hardwood Floors Smoke Free
7 Acorn St

7 Acorn St, Boston, MA 02108

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1 / 36
$11,000
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House for Rent

3 Beds, 2.5 Baths, 2,010 sq ft

Balcony Basement Security System Deck Double Vanities
17 Gaylord St Unit 3

17 Gaylord St Unit 3, Boston, MA 02124

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1 / 13
$4,000
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Apartment for Rent

5 Beds, 1 Bath, 1,500 sq ft

Cats Allowed
18 Rush St Unit 2A

18 Rush St Unit 2A, Somerville, MA 02145

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By Owner
1 / 39
$1,600
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12 Month Lease

Condo for Rent

1 Bed, 1 Bath, 1,360 sq ft

Smoke Free Deck
12 Merrill St Unit 2

12 Merrill St Unit 2, Cambridge, MA 02139

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1 / 12
$5,850
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12 Month Lease

Apartment for Rent

3 Beds, 1.5 Baths, 1,200 sq ft

Dogs Allowed Balcony Patio Hardwood Floors Yard Fireplace Basement
571 Cambridge St

571 Cambridge St, Boston, MA 02134

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By Owner
1 / 39
$1,500
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Townhome for Rent

4 Beds, 2.5 Baths, 1,800 sq ft

Walk-In Closets Hardwood Floors Basement
71 Fairbanks St

71 Fairbanks St, Boston, MA 02135

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1 / 20
$1,500
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House for Rent

5 Beds, 3 Baths, 2,800 sq ft

Hardwood Floors Yard Basement
105 School St

105 School St, Boston, MA 02119

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1 / 61
$3,600 - $3,700
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12 Month Lease

Apartment for Rent

3-4 Beds, 2 Baths

Pets Allowed Balcony Hardwood Floors Smoke Free
57 Catherine St

57 Catherine St, Boston, MA 02131

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By Owner
1 / 21
$3,500
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Townhome for Rent

2 Beds, 2.5 Baths, 900 sq ft

Pets Allowed Patio Hardwood Floors
4 School St

4 School St, Boston, MA 02119

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1 / 25
$4,450
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Townhome for Rent

4 Beds, 3 Baths, 1,300 sq ft

Pets Allowed Hardwood Floors
5 Murdock Ter

5 Murdock Ter, Boston, MA 02135

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1 / 26
$5,750
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12 Month Lease

House for Rent

5 Beds, 4 Baths, 2,000 sq ft

Pets Allowed Basement
86 Nottinghill Rd Unit 86

86 Nottinghill Rd Unit 86, Boston, MA 02135

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By Owner
1 / 7
3 Beds

$2,900

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Yard Smoke Free EV Charging
109 Eutaw St Unit #4

109 Eutaw St Unit #4, Boston, MA 02128

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By Owner
1 / 10
1 Bed

$2,300

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Apartment for Rent
355 Congress St Unit 409C

355 Congress St Unit 409C, Boston, MA 02210

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By Owner
1 / 16
2 Beds, 2.5 Baths, 9,999 sq ft

$4,000

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Condo for Rent

Hardwood Floors High Ceilings
1 Garden St Unit 4

1 Garden St Unit 4, Boston, MA 02114

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By Owner
1 / 15
2 Beds, 2.5 Baths, 9,999 sq ft

$3,800

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Condo for Rent

Hardwood Floors High Ceilings
54 Melrose St Unit 3

54 Melrose St Unit 3, Boston, MA 02116

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By Owner
1 / 26
1 Bed, 1.5 Baths, 999 sq ft

$2,950

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Condo for Rent

Hardwood Floors High Ceilings
96 Hancock St Unit Apt 2

96 Hancock St Unit Apt 2, Boston, MA 02125

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By Owner
1 / 40
4 Beds

$3,500

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Apartment for Rent

Balcony
11 Maywood St Unit 3

11 Maywood St Unit 3, Boston, MA 02119

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By Owner
1 / 23
3 Beds

$3,300

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14 Month Lease

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Balcony Hardwood Floors Yard Smoke Free
16 Falkland St Unit 2

16 Falkland St Unit 2, Boston, MA 02135

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By Owner
1 / 28
5 Beds, 2 Baths, 2,500 sq ft

$5,000

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Pets Allowed Balcony Patio Hardwood Floors Yard Basement Smoke Free
30 Appleton St Unit B

30 Appleton St Unit B, Boston, MA 02116

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By Owner
1 / 21
Studio, 1 Bath, 375 sq ft

$2,595

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3 Month Lease

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Condo for Rent

Furnished Hardwood Floors Fireplace Smoke Free
19 Braddock Park Unit 1

19 Braddock Park Unit 1, Boston, MA 02116

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By Owner
1 / 18
1 Bed

$3,495

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2 Month Lease

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Apartment for Rent

Dogs Allowed Furnished Hardwood Floors Smoke Free
1488 Hyde Park Ave Unit 2

1488 Hyde Park Ave Unit 2, Boston, MA 02136

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By Owner
1 / 11
3 Beds, 1 Bath, 1,200 sq ft

$3,400

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Apartment for Rent

Hardwood Floors Smoke Free
61 Hooker St Unit #61

61 Hooker St Unit #61, Boston, MA 02134

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By Owner
1 / 14
4 Beds, 1.5 Baths, 9,999 sq ft

$3,300

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Apartment for Rent

Cats Allowed Balcony Furnished Hardwood Floors Yard Gated Basement
290 Commonwealth Ave Unit #B

290 Commonwealth Ave Unit #B, Boston, MA 02115

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By Owner
1 / 17
1 Bed

$3,200

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12 Month Lease

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Apartment for Rent

Furnished Smoke Free
118 Riverway Unit 15

118 Riverway Unit 15, Boston, MA 02215

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By Owner
1 / 20
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 390 sq ft

$2,595

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Condo for Rent

Furnished Hardwood Floors Smoke Free
414 Commercial St Unit 7

414 Commercial St Unit 7, Boston, MA 02109

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By Owner
1 / 9
2 Beds, 1 Bath, 1,295 sq ft

$4,000

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Condo for Rent

Smoke Free Deck
15 Park Unit 28

15 Park Unit 28, Boston, MA 02215

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By Owner
1 / 15
Studio, 1 Bath, 340 sq ft

$2,495

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Condo for Rent

Hardwood Floors Basement Smoke Free
51 Park Dr Unit 10

51 Park Dr Unit 10, Boston, MA 02215

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By Owner
1 / 22
1 Bed

$3,195

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12 Month Lease

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Condo for Rent

Furnished Hardwood Floors Smoke Free
39 Farquhar St Unit 3

39 Farquhar St Unit 3, Boston, MA 02131

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By Owner
1 / 10
3 Beds, 1 Bath, 1,000 sq ft

$2,775

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Cats Allowed Hardwood Floors Smoke Free
36 Calumet St Unit 1

36 Calumet St Unit 1, Boston, MA 02120

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By Owner
1 / 22
3 Beds

$1,050

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Room for Rent

Cats Allowed Yard Smoke Free
453 Beacon St Unit 2

453 Beacon St Unit 2, Boston, MA 02115

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By Owner
1 / 21
1 Bed

$3,595

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3 Month Lease

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Apartment for Rent

Dogs Allowed Furnished Patio Hardwood Floors Smoke Free
29 Haskell St Unit 1

29 Haskell St Unit 1, Boston, MA 02134

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By Owner
1 / 12
4 Beds

$3,800

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12 Month Lease

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Apartment for Rent

Furnished Hardwood Floors Yard Smoke Free Security System Garden High Ceilings
76 Eutaw St

76 Eutaw St, Boston, MA 02128

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By Owner
1 / 22
2 Beds

$2,500+

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12 Month Lease

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Apartment for Rent

Cats Allowed Hardwood Floors Yard Basement Smoke Free Garden Vaulted Ceiling
11 Commonwealth Court Unit 6

11 Commonwealth Court Unit 6, Boston, MA 02135

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By Owner
1 / 17
2 Beds, 1 Bath, 763 sq ft

$2,800

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12 Month Lease

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Apartment for Rent

Hardwood Floors Smoke Free
301 Savin Hill Ave Unit #2

301 Savin Hill Ave Unit #2, Boston, MA 02125

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By Owner
1 / 18
3 Beds

$4,000

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12 Month Lease

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Apartment for Rent

Fireplace Smoke Free
34 F St Unit 3

34 F St Unit 3, Boston, MA 02127

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By Owner
1 / 18
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 610 sq ft

$3,000

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12 Month Lease

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Condo for Rent

Pets Allowed Balcony Patio Hardwood Floors Basement
7 Lorraine St Unit 1

7 Lorraine St Unit 1, Boston, MA 02131

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By Owner
1 / 26
3 Beds

$3,800

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12 Month Lease

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Apartment for Rent

Patio Hardwood Floors Yard Deck Double Vanities
2 Appian Way Unit 1

2 Appian Way Unit 1, Boston, MA 02134

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By Owner
1 / 11
1 Bed

$2,200

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12 Month Lease

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Apartment for Rent

Dogs Allowed Furnished Patio Hardwood Floors Yard Gated Fireplace
14 Magnolia Sq Unit 3

14 Magnolia Sq Unit 3, Boston, MA 02125

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By Owner
1 / 23
3 Beds

$3,300

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12 Month Lease

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Apartment for Rent

Pets Allowed Patio Yard Basement Smoke Free Deck Garden
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Boston, MA Private Owner Rentals

Browse 1,101 properties for rent by owner in Boston. Renting directly from a private owner can make your rental experience a little more personal and encourage strong communication between you and your property manager. Filter for your ideal location and essential amenities for a list of privately owned properties tailored to your needs.

What does FRBO Mean?

“FRBO,” or For Rent by Owner, means that the owner of your rental acts as your property manager. Instead of going through a property management company or leasing agent, you work directly with the owner for the entirety of your lease, from application to move-out.

Benefits of Renting from a Private Owner

Renting from a private owner in Boston can be a different experience for renters who are used to property management companies. While renting through a large company often comes with standardized processes, renting with a private owner may be a bit more flexible. You may be able to negotiate details in the lease, such as move-in dates and monthly rent. Renting with a private owner will also streamline your communication. Instead of going through online portals to contact maintenance, pay bills, or ask questions, your rental owner will be your one point of contact. Start the search today and find your next privately owned rental.

Learn more about living in Boston, MA

Boston, MA Rental Insights

: The average rent in Boston is $3,516. When you rent an apartment in Boston, you can expect to pay as little as $2,890 or as much as $5,791, depending on the location and the size of the apartment.
: The average rent for a studio apartment in Boston, MA is $2,890 per month.
: The average rent for a one bedroom apartment in Boston, MA is $3,516 per month.
: The average rent for a two bedroom apartment in Boston, MA is $4,450 per month.
: The average rent for a three bedroom apartment in Boston, MA is $5,791 per month.
: If you’re a student moving to an apartment in Boston, you’ll have access to UMass Boston, Northeastern University, Wentworth Inst. of Technology, and Tufts University, Boston.