Zumper, a real estate research firm, just released its list of the most expensive neighborhoods to rent in Boston. This month, the highly talked about Kendall Square neighborhood comes in highest for 1 Bedroom homes with a median price of $3,460. For 2 beds, the median hit $4,590 in Chinatown-Leather District, where a ton of luxury apartments have hit the market. See how some other neighborhoods stack up:
Nationally
Looking at the Boston market overall, the city came in 3rd in the country for median price on 1 bedroom rentals at $2,300. More expensively were San Francisco and New York City at about $1,000 more per month! Take a look at what you can rent for $2,300 in Boston:
Back Bay
64 Commonwealth #G – $2,200
FURNISHED unit with renovated kitchen and updated bath. Located on highly coveted, 2nd block of Commonwealth Ave, minutes to financial district, all the major hospitals, shopping and public transportation. This gem of an apartment is the perfect corporate apartment. Features include: separate entrance, flat screen T.V., ample storage, incredibly comfortable furniture, and hardwood floors. This is a One bedroom that has been opened up to create more space and light throughout.
South End
22 E Springfield St #4 – $2,250
Tastefully FURNISHED sun-drenched one bedroom PENTHOUSE nestled within the SOUTH END. The open concept layout, gorgeous original wide-plank floors, exposed brick walls & beams and multiple skylights make this home charming & functional. Additional features include an updated Kitchen & Bath, ample closet space/additional storage and washer/dryer in the unit. Ideally located on a tree lined South End street, around the corner from Flour Bakery, Toro and public transportation.
Brookline
49 Prince Street #3 – $2,300
Premier Brookline Village location! Beautiful penthouse condo in the heart of everything. This warm and inviting home features a great floor plan for today’s lifestyle, with two generous bedrooms and a separate private office/study adjacent to the living room. Bonus sun room off the kitchen for entertaining, relaxing, and taking in the morning sunrise or the evening sunset, with friends and family. Enjoy a huge eat-in kitchen with washer and dryer, plenty of counter space, cabinets galore, and exclusive use of the attic storage in the house. Close proximity to Clark Playground, Robinson Playground, two different T stops on the D line, Lincoln School, Maimonides, Brookline Reservoir, and all the shops, restaurants and conveniences that Brookline Village has to offer. One car parking in the driveway.
