Five One-Bedroom Apartments for Less Than $1,600

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Apartment hunting in Boston is overwhelming for a whole slew of reasons—heavy competition, pricing, and spiraling out of control on Craigslist are just a few of them. So, for your convenience, we’re highlighting a few Zumper listings with one unique characteristic. This round, it’s places asking less than $1,600 per month—because who has thousands to drop on a rental, anyway?
Below, peruse five one-bedroom apartments for rent in Boston for less than $1,600.
1. 25 Alpine Street, Hyde Park
Bedrooms: 1
Baths: 1
Rent: $1,500 per month
This sunny apartment in Hyde Park boasts shining hardwood floors and new stainless steel appliances. There’s a small balcony off of the living room, and one outdoor parking space is included in the lease.
2. Vernon Street and Minor Street, Somerville
Bedrooms: 1
Baths: 1
Rent: $1,595 per month
This spacious one-bedroom in Winter Hill comes with abundant storage. There’s a living room, a small study, and a kitchen with plenty of shelving. Plus, the bedroom has a storage bench and multiple closets.
3. 98-22 Greenwich Street #B, Roxbury
Bedrooms: 1
Baths: 1
Rent: $1,550 per month
Located a few minutes from Ruggles station, this garden-level one-bedroom in Roxbury is a hidden gem. It boasts exposed stonework and brick, plus modern fixtures and finishes.
4. 62 South Huntington Avenue #4JH, Mission Hill
Bedrooms: 1
Baths: 1
Rent: $1,500 per month
This one-bedroom is situated between the Riverway and Heath Street Green Line stops. It offers brick accent walls, decent closet space, and laundry in the basement.
5. 41 School Street #1, Roxbury
Bedrooms: 1
Baths: 1
Rent: $1,500 per month
This unit in Egelston Square has a living room that opens to a formal dining room via pocket doors. There’s also a large walk-in closet that could double as an office.