South End Boston Rent Prices & Neighborhood Guide
Victorian brownstones, LGBTQ+ community, diverse restaurants, and Boston's most walkable neighborhood.
Boston, MAAvg Rent: $3,325/moWalk Score: 96
Walkability
96
Walk Score
Transit
85
Transit Score
Commute
10 min
To Downtown
Safety
Very Good
Rating
South End Boston Rent Prices
Studio
$2,000
per month
1 Bedroom
$2,500
per month
2 Bedrooms
$3,600
per month
3 Bedrooms
$5,200
per month
Rent Trend: Stable premium
Neighborhood Character
Vibe & Demographics
Neighborhood Vibe
Victorian, diverse, walkable
Demographics
LGBTQ+ community, young professionals, foodies
Best For
LGBTQ+ communityFoodiesBrownstone loversWalkability
Lifestyle & Amenities
Restaurant Scene
Excellent, diverse, award-winning
Nightlife
Active - bars, restaurants, LGBTQ+ venues
Schools
Good public schools
Pros & Cons of Living in South End Boston
Pros
- Most walkable
- Beautiful architecture
- Great restaurants
- Diverse
Cons
- Very expensive
- Limited parking
- Cold winters
- Competitive rentals
Parks & Recreation
- Southwest Corridor Park
- Peters Park
Public Transit
- Orange Line
- Bus routes
Popular Streets
- Tremont Street
- Washington Street
- Columbus Avenue
Key Amenities
- Brownstones
- SoWa Market
- Diverse dining
- Art galleries
Compare with Other Boston Neighborhoods
Jamaica Plain
2BR Rent:$2,700
Walk Score:82
Progressive, diverse, family-friendly
Somerville
2BR Rent:$2,800
Walk Score:85
Young, creative, hip
Brookline
2BR Rent:$3,200
Walk Score:82
Affluent, academic, family-friendly
Charlestown
2BR Rent:$3,000
Walk Score:78
Historic, waterfront, townhouses
Cambridge
2BR Rent:$3,600
Walk Score:90
Academic, intellectual, innovative
Helpful Resources for Renters
Moving to South End Boston? These resources can help you prepare, understand your rights, and find financial assistance if needed.