$2,500
1 bed1 bathCondo
37 Gardner st 3, Boston, MA, 02134
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$2,200
1 bed1 bathCondo
59 Brighton Ave 29, Boston, MA, 02134
$2,200
1 bed1 bathCondo
52 Brighton Ave 2, Boston, MA, 02134
$2,200
1 bed1 bathCondo
59 Brighton Ave 32, Boston, MA, 02134
$2,100
1 bed1 bath900 sqftHouse
1455 Commonwealth Ave 218, open, MA, 02135
$4,795
1 bed1 bathHouse
11 Pond Street #2, Boston, MA, 02130
$3,700
1 bed1 bath695 sqftApartment
16-20 Medford Street, Somerville, MA, 02143
$2,950
1 bed1 bathCondo
1 grimes 1L, Boston, MA, 02127
$2,150
1 bed1 bath550 sqftCondo
22 Brock L4, Boston, MA, 02135
$3,200
1 bed1 bath1,125 sqftApartment
275 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472
$3,650
1 bed1 bath728 sqftApartment
16-20 Medford Street, Somerville, MA, 02143
$3,000
1 bed1 bath521 sqftApartment
219 Commonwealth Ave, Chestnut Hill, MA, 02467
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What to Know Before Renting a 1-Bedroom Apartment in Boston, MA
A 1-bedroom apartment in Boston hits the sweet spot for most solo renters and couples — enough space to have a real living room and a separated sleep area, without the cost of a 2-bedroom you don't fully use. For remote workers, a 1-bedroom is often the minimum viable setup: you can close a door between your workspace and your living space, which matters more than most people expect before they try working from a studio. When evaluating 1-bedrooms in Boston, pay attention to bedroom size (some 1-bedrooms are technically 1-bedrooms with a bedroom that fits a queen bed and nothing else), closet space, and whether the kitchen opens to the living room or is walled off. In-unit laundry, a parking spot, and a dedicated storage unit are the three amenities most renters wish they'd prioritized when they didn't have them. 1-bedrooms in Boston also tend to have the most competitive rental market of any unit type — more supply than studios, but more demand than 2-bedrooms, which means good 1-bedrooms in desirable Boston neighborhoods at fair prices move quickly.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Renting a 1-Bedroom Apartment in Boston, MA
In Boston, 1-bedrooms average $2,447/mo versus $2,120/mo for a studio. For solo renters on a tight budget, compare both filters on Rentler before applying. If you work from home or spend significant time in your apartment, the extra separation of a larger unit may be worth the difference.
Pet policies on 1-bedroom apartments vary by landlord and building — there's no blanket rule. Use Rentler's pet-friendly filter to narrow your search, then confirm breed, weight, and deposit requirements directly with the landlord before applying.
Furnished 1-bedrooms are available in Boston but represent a smaller share of total inventory compared to unfurnished units. Use Rentler's furnished filter to surface move-in-ready options. Furnished units are most common in newer construction buildings and in complexes that cater to corporate or short-term renters.
Most landlords in Boston require gross monthly income of 2.5–3x the monthly rent. For a 1-bedroom at Boston's current average of $2,447/mo, that means demonstrating roughly 2.5–3x that amount in gross income. If you're below that threshold, a co-signer, larger security deposit, or prepaid rent may be accepted by some landlords — always worth asking.
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