What is the average apartment size in South End Boston, Boston, MA?

The average size for a South End Boston, Boston, MA apartment is 827 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in South End Boston?

As of Mar / 2026, the average rent in South End Boston is $3,903 per month, a 2.73% decrease from last years average of $4,012.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in South End Boston?

In South End Boston, studios rent for $3,085 per month, one-bedroom units average $3,558 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $4,260 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $4,389 per month

What is the average apartment size in South End Boston?

The typical apartment in South End Boston offers about 827 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in South End Boston?

Studio apartments in South End Boston average 499 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 662 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 960 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,199 sq. ft.

South End Boston, Boston, MA Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in South End Boston?

The typical rent budget in South End Boston ranges from $3,000 to per month, with 87% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in South End Boston?

In South End Boston, 68% of households rent while 32% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: April 14, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in South End Boston is $3,903, a 2.73% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $4,012.

Studio Apartments at $3,085 offer the most budget-friendly option with 499 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 662 square feet for $3,558, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $4,260 offer 960 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,199 sq ft) for $4,389, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in South End Boston, Boston, MA

Last updated: April 14, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$3,903	827 sq. ft.
Studio	$3,085	499 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$3,558	662 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$4,260	960 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$4,389	1,199 sq. ft.

South End Boston, Boston, MA rent trends

Rental prices in South End Boston, Boston, MA have decreased by 2.73% over the past year. The average rent moved from $4,012 to $3,903.

What's the typical rent budget in South End Boston, Boston, MA?

The largest share of rentals in South End Boston, Boston, MA (87%) fall between $3,000- per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in South End Boston, Boston, MA?

8,621 or 68% of the households in South End Boston, Boston, MA are renter-occupied while 4,008 or 32% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in South End Boston?

Mattapan $2,240/month

Roxbury $2,589/month

West Roxbury $2,664/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $3,638/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in South End Boston?

South Boston $4,197/month

Downtown - Financial District $4,539/month

Back Bay $4,787/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Boston, MA By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Back Bay	$4,787
Downtown - Financial District	$4,539
South Boston	$4,197
West End Boston	$4,035
Fenway - Kenmore	$3,938
Chinatown - Leather District	$3,933
South End Boston	$3,844
Charlestown	$3,448
Allston - Brighton	$3,296
East Boston	$3,153
Jamaica Plain	$3,143
Mission Hill	$3,014
Dorchester	$2,859
Roslindale	$2,759
Beacon Hill	$2,748
West Roxbury	$2,664
Roxbury	$2,589
Mattapan	$2,240

Boston | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in South End Boston is 17% higher than in Allston - Brighton

$3,844

South End Boston rent is 2% lower than Boston average

Average Rent $3,844

$3,296

Allston - Brighton rent is 16% lower than Boston average

Average Rent $3,296

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all South End Boston apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.