Boston city and rental quick facts

City quick factsRenter quick facts
Population589,141Pct. renter occupied67.77%
Males to females0.9279:1Avg. household size2.18
Avg. household income$39,629Families with kids under 1825.53%
Income above poverty56.95%Avg. age of rental structure66 yrs

Cities near Boston

CityDistanceCityDistance
Beason0.77 MilesEverett4.66 Miles
Charlestown2.00 MilesAllston5.30 Miles
South Boston2.37 MilesWinthrop5.83 Miles
East Boston2.86 MilesJamaica Plain5.89 Miles
Roxbury3.39 MilesMalden6.60 Miles
Roxbury Crossing3.59 MilesBrookline6.83 Miles
Somerville4.06 MilesBrookline Village6.83 Miles
Chelsea4.26 MilesBrighton6.92 Miles
Dorchester4.28 MilesRevere7.03 Miles
Cambridge4.62 MilesMedford7.41 Miles
Approximate driving distance from Boston.

Guide to finding Boston apartments for rent

Whether you love history, city life, the arts, sports, or all of the above, Boston, Massachusetts can deliver. Boston, MA is a great place to live and work, but relocating can be overwhelming. Here's a guide to the city and to finding a Boston apartment rental.

Boston apartments in the heart of the city

There are many things to keep you busy while you rent a Boston apartment. Of course, you will want to check out all of the historic sites in Boston National Historic Park. Performing arts are an important part of Boston culture, and whether you like opera, ballet, or orchestra, as a resident of Boston apartments, you'll find it all. Sports fans can stay entertained by following the MLB Red Sox, the NBA Celtics, the NHL Bruins, and the many college teams. Boston Harbor, the New England Aquarium, the Boston Athenaeum, and the Museum of Science are other attractions to take in while living in a Boston apartment rental.

Work options for Boston apartment residents

There are plenty of strong industries in Boston, which means you'll be able to afford your Boston apartment rental. The city's many higher-learning institutions, like Harvard University and Boston University, employ a significant number of residents of Boston apartment rentals. The presence of the universities has brought high-tech and bio-tech companies into the city. Tourism is a big part of the economy and drives the retail, service, and dining sectors. Finance and insurance also make up a large part of the Boston economy. Like the job opportunities, Boston apartments for rent are many and varied.

Boston apartments offer many options

If you're looking for an affordable Boston apartment, check the neighborhoods of Brighton and Allston, which are located near the city's universities. For more upscale living options, search for Boston apartments in neighborhoods like Beacon Hill and Back Bay. You'll find Victorian style homes in South End and a diverse community in East Boston. Overall, there are many great neighborhoods offering a wide variety of Boston apartments for rent.

Boston zip codes

  • 02101
  • 02102
  • 02103
  • 02104
  • 02105
  • 02106
  • 02107
  • 02108
  • 02109
  • 02110
  • 02111
  • 02112
  • 02113
  • 02114
  • 02115
  • 02116
  • 02117
  • 02118
  • 02119
  • 02120
  • 02121
  • 02122
  • 02123
  • 02124
  • 02125
  • 02127
  • 02128
  • 02133
  • 02163
  • 02196
  • 02199
  • 02201
  • 02202
  • 02203
  • 02204
  • 02205
  • 02206
  • 02207
  • 02208
  • 02209
  • 02210
  • 02211
  • 02212
  • 02215
  • 02216
  • 02217
  • 02222
  • 02241
  • 02266
  • 02283
  • 02284
  • 02293
  • 02295
  • 02297

Neighborhoods in Boston

  • Allston-Brighton
  • Back Bay-Beacon Hill
  • Central
  • Charlestown
  • East Boston
  • Fenway-Kenmore
  • Hyde Park
  • Jamaica Plain
  • Mattapan
  • North Dorchester
  • Roslindale
  • Roxbury
  • South Boston
  • South Dorchester
  • South End
  • West Roxbury
Neighborhood data provided by zillow.com

Boston rental rates

BedroomsAvg. rentMin.Max.
Studio$1,496$823$4,260
1 Bdrm$2,077$901$3,927
2 Bdrm$2,946$1,080$7,553
3 Bdrm$4,369$2,044$9,013
4 Bdrm$2,907$2,368$3,424

Boston crime rates

Boston crime rates are about 21% greater than the U.S. national crime average.

Violent crimes1,155 / 100K
National average558 / 100K
Property crimes4,153 / 100K
National average3,814 / 100K
City crime index5,308 / 100K
National crime index4,372 / 100K

Boston demographics

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Languages spoken in Boston

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Marital status comparison

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Boston transportation

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