Boston/ Real Estate & Development
Published on June 19, 2020
The most affordable apartments for rent in Downtown, Boston Kneeland Street. | Photo: Zumper

Need a budget-friendly new spot? Though apartment hunting can be challenging, don't despair just yet — there are deals to be had. So what does an affordable price on a rental in Downtown look like these days — and what might you get for your money?

According to Walk Score, the neighborhood is a "walker's paradise," is very bikeable and boasts excellent transit options. It also features median rents for a one bedroom that hover around $3,191, compared to a $2,300 one-bedroom median for Boston as a whole.

A look at local listings in Downtown via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide offers an overview of what budget-minded apartment seekers can expect to find in this Boston neighborhood.

Read on for the cheapest listings available right now. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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Atlantic Avenue

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Listed at $2,380/month, this studio apartment, located at Atlantic Avenue, is 10.2% less than the $2,650/month median rent for a studio in Downtown.

Building amenities include a gym and garage parking. The unit also has hardwood flooring and a dishwasher. Pet owners, take heed: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

(See the complete listing here.)

30 Devonshire St.

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Photo: Zumper

This one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, situated at 30 Devonshire St., is listed for $2,500/month.

Building amenities include assigned parking, additional storage space and a resident lounge. Pet lovers are in luck: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

(See the complete listing here.)

Kneeland Street

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Photo: Zumper

Here's a studio apartment at Kneeland Street, which, at 572 square feet, is going for $2,632/month.

The building includes garage parking. The apartment also includes a dishwasher, in-unit laundry and hardwood flooring. Pet owners, take heed: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

(See the full listing here.)

45 Broad St.

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Photo: Zumper

Then there's this apartment with one bedroom and one bathroom at 45 Broad St., listed at $2,675/month.

In the unit, look for central heating. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly.

(See the listing here.)

65 E. India Row

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Photo: Zumper

Check out this 750-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 65 E. India Row, listed at $2,700/month.

Amenities offered in the building include garage parking, outdoor space, secured entry and a swimming pool. You can also expect large windows in the furnished apartment. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

(Here's the listing.)


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