According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one-bedroom in Boston are hovering around $2,195. But how does the low-end pricing on a Boston rental look these days—and what might you get for your money?
We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments to find out what budget-minded 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.)
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51 S. Huntington Ave., #B2
Here's a studio apartment at 51 S. Huntington Ave., #B2, in Jamaica Plain, which is going for $1,200/month.
When it comes to building amenities, expect on-site laundry and secured entry. In the unit, expect to find central heating, tile flooring and wooden cabinetry. Pets are not welcome.
According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address is quite walkable, is very bikeable and is a haven for transit riders.
(See the full listing here.)
10 Wait St., #B2
Then there's this apartment at 10 Wait St., #B2, in Mission Hill, listed at $1,250/month.
In the unit, anticipate central heating, hardwood flooring and wooden cabinetry. When it comes to building amenities, expect on-site laundry and secured entry. Attention, cat owners: your kitty is allowed here.
Walk Score indicates that the area around this address has excellent walkability, is quite bikeable and boasts excellent transit options.
(See the listing here.)
42 Harvard Ave., #12
Also listed at $1,250/month, this 400-square-foot studio apartment is located at 42 Harvard Ave., #12, in Hyde Park.
In the unit, you're promised central heating, hardwood flooring and wooden cabinetry. The building offers paid utilities. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: this spot doesn't allow cats or dogs.
Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address is friendly for those on foot, has some bike infrastructure and offers many nearby public transportation options.
(Here's the listing.)
10 Wait St., #200
Over at 10 Wait St., #200, in Mission Hill, there's this studio apartment, going for $1,275/month.
In the unit, anticipate central heating, hardwood flooring and wooden cabinetry. The building features on-site laundry. Feline companions are welcome.
According to Walk Score, this location is extremely walkable, is very bikeable and has excellent transit.
(View the listing here.)
16 Vinal St., #B2
To round things out, there's this studio apartment at 16 Vinal St., #B2, in Brighton. It's being listed for $1,275/month as well.
In the unit, expect to find central heating, carpeted flooring, garden access and wooden cabinetry. Building amenities include available assigned parking and on-site laundry. Pets are not allowed.
According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address is friendly for those on foot, is relatively bikeable and is a haven for transit riders.
(Here's the full listing.)
