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The cheapest apartments for rent in Downtown, Boston

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Published on October 16, 2019
The cheapest apartments for rent in Downtown, Boston1 India St. | Photo: Apartment Guide

According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one bedroom in Downtown are hovering around $3,400, compared to a $2,350 one-bedroom median for Boston as a whole.

So how does the low-end pricing on a Downtown rental look these days — and what might you get for the price?

We took a look at local listings from Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what budget-minded apartment seekers can expect to find in the neighborhood, which, according to Walk Score ratings, is extremely walkable, is quite bikeable 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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80 Broad St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Listed at $2,800/month, this 604-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, located at 80 Broad St., is 17.6% less than the $3,400/month median rent for a one bedroom in Downtown.

The building includes on-site management; in the unit, look for stainless steel appliances, central air conditioning, granite countertops and in-unit laundry. Neither cats nor dogs are allowed. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

(See the complete listing here.)

1 India St.

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

This one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, situated at 1 India St., is listed for $3,455/month for its 700 square feet.

In the unit, expect to find a walk-in closet, stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops. Pet owners, take heed: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. The listing specifies a $250 pet fee.

(See the complete listing here.)

65 E. India Row

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom rental at 65 E. India Row, which, at 875 square feet, is going for $3,200/month.

The building offers a swimming pool and on-site laundry. You can also expect hardwood flooring, a dishwasher and a walk-in closet in the unit. Cats and dogs are not welcome. Look out for a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.

(See the full listing here.)

3 Devonshire Place

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Then finally there's this 739-square-foot apartment with one bedroom and one bathroom at 3 Devonshire Place, listed at $3,327/month.

The unit features granite countertops and both air conditioning and central heating. This listing is cat-friendly. When it comes to building amenities, expect a door person and additional storage space.

(See the listing here.)


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