Back Bay is a "walker's paradise," is a "biker's paradise" and is a haven for transit riders, according to Walk Score's rating system.
So what does the low-end pricing on a rental in Back Bay look like these days — and what might you get for your money?
We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments in Back Bay via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find in this Boston neighborhood.
Take a look at the cheapest listings available right now, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)
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164 St. Botolph St.
Listed at $1,600/month, this 232-square-foot studio apartment, located at 164 St. Botolph St., is 23.8 percent less than the $2,100/month median rent for a studio in Back Bay.
Amenities offered in the building include secured entry. In the unit, the listing promises carpeted floors and a walk-in closet. Good news for cat lovers: Kitties are permitted. The listing specifies a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.
(See the complete listing here.)
509 Columbus Ave.
This studio apartment, situated at 509 Columbus Ave., is listed for $1,675/month.
The unit features central heating and high ceilings. Amenities offered in the building include on-site laundry and additional storage space. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. The listing specifies a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.
(See the complete listing here.)
272 Newbury St.
Here's a studio apartment at 272 Newbury St. that's going for $1,695/month.
Neither cats nor dogs are permitted. The listing specifies a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.
(See the full listing here.)
529 Beacon St.
Then there's this apartment at 529 Beacon St. that's also listed at $1,695/month.
Neither cats nor dogs are welcome. Be prepared for a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.
(See the listing here.)
308 Newbury St.
Check out this 300-square-foot studio apartment at 308 Newbury St., listed at $1,725/month.
Building amenities include additional storage space. You can also expect central heating, hardwood flooring and high ceilings in the apartment. Pets are not allowed. Expect a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.
(Here's the listing.)
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