Average Rent in South End (2026)
The median asking rent for a 1-bedroom in South End is $3,340 as of June 9 - June 15, 2026, based on verified active listings across Spot Easy — $590 more than the Greater Boston median of $2,750.
↻ Updated weekly · data as of June 9 - June 15, 2026
Median asking rent by bedroom
| Apartment size | Median rent | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,400 | $2,300 – $2,775 |
| 1 Bedroom | $3,340 | $2,800 – $3,880 |
| 2 Bedroom | $4,200 | $3,738 – $4,800 |
| 3 Bedroom | $5,100 | $4,600 – $5,800 |
Typical range = where the middle 50% of listings fall — a quarter rent for less, a quarter for more.
South End rent over time
How the 1-bedroom median has moved week over week — refreshed every Tuesday.
How the 1-bedroom median has moved month over month.
| Week of | Median rent | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 27 – May 3 | $3,350 | — |
| May 4–10 | $3,350 | even |
| May 12–18 | $3,400 | ↑ +$50 |
| May 19–25 | $3,345 | ↓ −$55 |
| May 26 – Jun 1 | $3,345 | even |
| Jun 2–8 | $3,300 | ↓ −$45 |
| Jun 9–15 | $3,340 | ↑ +$40 |
| Month | Median rent | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 2026 | $3,350 | — |
| May 2026 | $3,345 | ↓ −$5 |
| Jun 2026 | $3,340 | ↓ −$5 |
How South End rent compares to Greater Boston
A 1-bedroom in South End runs $590 more than the Greater Boston median of $2,750 — about 21% above the metro average. Among the 19 Greater Boston areas we publish, that ranks South End 1st most expensive for 1-bedrooms.
| Apartment size | South End | Greater Boston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,400 | $2,300 | +$100 |
| 1 Bedroom | $3,340 | $2,750 | +$590 |
| 2 Bedroom | $4,200 | $3,300 | +$900 |
| 3 Bedroom | $5,100 | $3,950 | +$1,150 |
Half of 1-bedroom listings in South End fall between $2,800 and $3,880 — budget-end units start near the lower figure, while larger or renovated units push toward the upper end and beyond.
Studio vs. roommate in South End
Renting a studio solo runs about $2,400. Splitting a 2-bedroom two ways works out to $2,100 per person — roughly $300/month cheaper than going solo (13% savings).
When to start your South End apartment search
Most Greater Boston leases turn over on September 1, and South End is no exception. Inventory builds through late spring and early summer for fall move-ins, then tightens sharply in August as students and young professionals lock in leases. If you're targeting a September 1 start, the strongest selection is usually six to eight weeks out; for other move-in dates, listings refresh year-round but the best ones move within days. We refresh these South End numbers every week so you can time your search to the live market.
Nearby neighborhoods: Back Bay · Roxbury · South Boston · Beacon Hill
South End rent — frequently asked questions
How much is rent in South End?
As of June 9 - June 15, 2026, the median asking rent in South End is $3,340 for a one-bedroom and $4,200 for a two-bedroom. For other sizes: studios around $2,400, three-bedrooms $5,100.
How much is a 1-bedroom in South End?
The median is $3,340, with most 1-bedroom listings falling between $2,800 and $3,880.
Is it cheaper to rent a studio or split a 2-bedroom in South End?
Splitting a two-bedroom costs about $2,100 per person — roughly $300 a month less than renting a studio solo ($2,400).
How does South End compare to the Boston average?
A 1-bedroom in South End costs $590 more than the Greater Boston median of $2,750.
When do South End apartments become available?
Most Greater Boston leases start September 1. Inventory peaks from late spring through summer and tightens in August; for a fall move-in, the best selection is usually six to eight weeks out.
How we calculate this
Each week we snapshot every active listing on Spot Easy across Greater Boston, exclude drafts, admin-removed listings, and asking rents below $500 or above $20,000, dedupe by address + unit, and normalize bedroom counts into Studio / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4+. We require at least 20 active listings in a cell before publishing its median; thinner cells are suppressed. Figures are median asking rents, not signed-lease prices.
Sample sizes this week (N): Studio 31 · 1BR 73 · 2BR 80 · 3BR 29.
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