345 Harrison
345 Harrison Ave,
Boston, MA 02118
Studio - 3 Beds | $3,131 - $7,281
Rental Market Trends in South Boston, MA
Updated July 2026
The average rent in South Boston, MA is $3,186/month.
Rent in South Boston is 92% higher than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$3,186/month
Average Rent
671 Sq Ft
Average Size
-3%
Change / Year
1,489
Available Apartments
South Boston rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in South Boston average $2,800 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in South Boston average $3,186 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in South Boston average $4,066 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in South Boston average $3,404 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in South Boston, MA?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 3%, which averages out to $97 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in South Boston, MA
July 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
14%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
0%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
14%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
71%
Above $2,000/month
What salary do I need to live comfortably in South Boston, MA?
Because the average rent in South Boston is $3,186, you’ll want to make about $10,620 per month or $127,440 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does South Boston, MA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare South Boston, MA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in South Boston?
The average rent in South Boston is $3,186 per month, which is 91.6% higher than the national average of $1,663.
What is the average rent for a house in South Boston?
The average rent for a house in South Boston, MA is $3,800 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in South Boston?
The average rent for a townhome in South Boston, MA is $3,923 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in South Boston?
The average rent for a condo in South Boston, MA is $3,212 per month.
Are rents going up or down in South Boston?
Rents in South Boston, MA are decreasing, with prices down 3.0% year-over-year and $97 less per month.
What rent range is most common in South Boston?
In South Boston, MA, 71% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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 June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.