According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one bedroom in Back Bay are hovering around $2,695, compared to a $2,200 one-bedroom median for Boston as a whole.
So how does the low-end pricing on a Back Bay rental look these days—and what might you get for the price?
We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments to find out what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find in the neighborhood, which, according to Walk Score ratings, is friendly for those on foot, is a "biker's paradise" and boasts excellent transit options.
Take a look at the cheapest listings available right now, below. (Note: prices and availability are subject to change.)
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262 W. Newton St.
Listed at $1,680/month, this studio apartment is located at 262 W. Newton St.
In the unit, prospective tenants are promised hardwood and tile floors, high ceilings, ceiling fans, white appliances, granite countertops, wooden cabinetry, exposed brick and a patio. Pets are not permitted.
(Here's the listing.)
248 Newbury St.
This studio apartment, situated at 248 Newbury St., is listed for $1,695/month.
Secured entry is offered as a building amenity. In the apartment, look for carpeting, a kitchenette and wooden cabinetry. Pets are not allowed here.
(See the listing here.)
282 Newbury St.
Then, there's this studio apartment at 282 Newbury St. It's also being listed for $1,695/month.
The building features secured entry. Apartment amenities include carpeting, a kitchenette and a separate dining room area. Neither cats nor dogs are welcome here.
(Here's the full listing.)
