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Apartments for rent in Boston: What will $2,000 get you?

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Published on January 07, 2020
Apartments for rent in Boston: What will $2,000 get you? Priscilla Road | Photo: Zumper

Curious just how far your dollar goes in Boston?

We've rounded up the latest places for rent via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to get a sense of what to expect when it comes to locating affordable apartments in Boston with a budget of up to $2,000/month.

Take a look at the listings, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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Cambridge Street (Allston)

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Photo: Zumper

Next, check out this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment that's located at Cambridge Street. It's also listed for $1,925/month.

The unit comes with hardwood flooring and central heating. The rental is cat-friendly.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address has excellent walkability, is very bikeable and has good transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

Priscilla Road (Brighton)

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Photo: Zumper

Located at Priscilla Road, here's a two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment that's listed for $1,935/month.

In the unit, expect to see high ceilings and hardwood flooring. Building amenities include outdoor space and on-site laundry. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. Look out for a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is quite walkable, is very bikeable and is a haven for transit riders.

(Take a gander at the complete listing here.)

50 Broadlawn Park (West Roxbury)

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Photo: Zumper

Listed at $1,950/month, this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment is located at 50 Broadlawn Park.

The building features outdoor space, assigned parking and on-site laundry. The unit also includes central heating and air conditioning. Pets are not permitted.

Per Walk Score ratings, this location requires a car for most errands, has minimal bike infrastructure and has some transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

187 Bay State Road (Kenmore)

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Photo: Zumper

Finally, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment situated at 187 Bay State Road. It's also listed for $1,950/month for its 590 square feet.

The apartment comes with central heating, a walk-in closet, hardwood flooring and high ceilings. Building amenities include additional storage space and on-site laundry. Cats and dogs are not permitted. Be prepared for a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.

According to Walk Score's assessment, this location is very walkable, is great for biking and is a haven for transit riders.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

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This story was created automatically using local real estate data from Zumper and Apartment Guide, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Additionally, if you’re an agent or a broker, read on for real estate marketing ideas to promote your local listing.

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