According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a 1-bedroom apartment in Boston are hovering around $2,210. But how does the low-end pricing on a Boston rental look these days—and what might you get for the price?
We took a look at local listings for studios and 1-bedroom apartments to find out what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find.
Take a look at the cheapest listings available right now, below. (Note: prices and availability are subject to change.)
51 South Huntington Ave., #B3
Listed at $1,050 / month, this efficiency studio apartment, located at 51 S. Huntington Avenue in Back Bay, is 41.7 percent less than the median rent for a studio in Boston, which is currently estimated at around $1,800 / month.
Building amenities include on-site laundry. In the unit, you'll find high ceilings, hardwood flooring, and a galley kitchen. Heat and hot water are included in the rent. Animals are not welcome.
According to Walk Score's assessment, this location is a "walker's paradise," is very bikeable and is a haven for transit riders.
(See the complete listing here.)
53 South Huntington Ave., #101
This studio apartment, situated at 53 South Huntington Avenue in Mission Hill, is listed for $1,195 / month.
In the unit, expect to find hardwood flooring, a spacious living area with open kitchen, plenty of closet space and a full size bathroom. Amenities offered in the building include on-site laundry. Attention, cat owners: your kitty is welcome here.
According to Walk Score, this location is quite walkable, is convenient for biking and includes excellent transit options.
(See the complete listing here.)
97 Spring St., #A5
Listed at $1,300 / month, this studio apartment is located at 97 Spring St. in West Roxbury.
Building amenities include on-site laundry. In the unit, expect to find high ceilings, carpeted floors, and a modern bathroom. Neither cats nor dogs are allowed.
According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area is friendly for those on foot, is fairly bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.
(Check out the complete listing here.)
529 Beacon St., #1
Finally, there's this studio apartment at 529 Beacon St. in Back Bay. It's being listed for $1,300 / month.
In the unit, the listing promises a walk-in closet, carpeted floors, ceiling fans and plenty of storage space. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: this spot doesn't allow cats or dogs.
Walk Score indicates that the area around this address has excellent walkability, is easy to get around on a bicycle and is a haven for transit riders.
(Here's the full listing.)
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