South Boston

Background Image

South Boston, MA

Area Guide

A rich past meets an exciting future in Southie

Coastal Historic Growing Vibrant Walkable

Welcome to South Boston, affectionately known as "Southie," where historic charm meets city living. This waterfront neighborhood, situated along Dorchester Bay, combines coastal amenities with urban convenience. Current rental trends show diverse options, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $3,113, while two-bedrooms command approximately $3,803 monthly. The area's housing market remains competitive, though some segments have seen modest adjustments, with studio apartments experiencing a 12.2% decrease in rent year-over-year, while three-bedroom units have enjoyed a 9.8% increase.

The neighborhood's three-mile stretch of parkland and beaches, including Carson Beach and Pleasure Bay, offers opportunities for morning jogs or sunset strolls. Castle Island, home to historic Fort Independence, provides 22 acres of recreational space and harbor views. The area features attractions like the Institute of Contemporary Art in the Seaport District and hosts the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade, a celebrated tradition drawing nearly one million spectators. South Boston's evolution has welcomed new restaurants and boutiques in the Seaport area, while established local spots maintain the neighborhood's authentic character. The area includes City Point's distinctive brownstones and offers easy access to Carson Beach and numerous public parks.

Explore the City

Fort Independence on Castle Island

South Boston's stunning bay

The beautiful Boston waterfront during sunset

Rent Trends

As of November 2025, the average apartment rent in South Boston, MA is $2,844 for a studio, $3,168 for one bedroom, $3,874 for two bedrooms, and $3,273 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in South Boston has increased by 7.5% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$3,168/month
707 Sq Ft
House
$7,033/month
1,663 Sq Ft
Condo
$3,987/month
3,177 Sq Ft
Townhome
$4,768/month
3,346 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in South Boston, MA

Transportation

86

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

66

Good Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

70

Very Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Castle Island
  • Boston Children's Museum
  • Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area
  • Dorchester Shores Reservation
  • New England Aquarium

Airports

  • General Edward Lawrence Logan International

Top Apartments in South Boston

Houses for Rent in South Boston

Property Management Companies in South Boston, MA

Living in South Boston

Cost

-

Renters living in South Boston pay an average of $3,925/month to rent an apartment, compared to the Boston city average of $3,284. City dwellers exploring houses for rent in South Boston can expect to pay around $4,700/month. For those looking to buy, the average house is valued at $839,000, compared to the city average of $768,000.

Search Nearby Rentals

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.