About Fenway
Fenway is a Boston neighborhood served by the Green Line at Fenway station on the D branch, with Kenmore and Hynes Convention Center nearby, and commuter rail at Lansdowne on the Framingham/Worcester line. Its rental stock is mostly brownstone conversions on the streets off Boylston, plus larger mid-century and newer buildings toward Longwood, and Fenway Park, the Back Bay Fens and the Longwood Medical Area anchor the area.
Spot Easy lists Fenway apartments from verified agents, with real-time availability, filters for bedroom count, bathrooms, pets, parking, laundry and no-broker-fee listings, and photos or 3D tours on most units.
Current median asking rents for Fenway by bedroom count, with sample sizes and percentiles, are published in the Spot Easy Rent Index.
FAQ about Fenway Apartments for Rent
What is the average rent in Fenway?
In July 2026 the median asking rent in Fenway is $2,375 for a studio, $2,800 for a 1-bedroom, $3,800 for a 2-bedroom, $5,100 for a 3-bedroom and $7,200 for a 4+ bedroom. Those figures come from 1,633 listings active on Spot Easy, all posted by verified agents, and we recalculate them each month.
How much should I budget for an apartment in Fenway?
Most 1-bedrooms in Fenway rent for about $2,800 a month. Half of studios list between $2,195 and $2,500, half of 1-bedrooms list between $2,575 and $3,050 and half of 2-bedrooms list between $3,400 and $4,095. About half of what you find will sit outside that middle band, in one direction or the other.
Are rents going up in Fenway?
The median 1-bedroom in Fenway is $2,800 in July 2026, roughly flat against $2,795 in July 2025. We hold 14 months of Fenway rent history, built from our own listings.
Are there no-fee apartments in Fenway?
Yes. Of the 723 Fenway listings where we know the fee, 578 carry no broker fee. That's 79.9%, across 289 buildings. You can filter your search down to those, and we verify each agent before they can post.
Is it cheaper to split a 2-bedroom in Fenway than rent a studio?
Usually, yes. A 2-bedroom in Fenway splits to about $1,900 each, against $2,375 for a studio. That saves roughly $475 a month, or 20%.
How does Fenway rent compare with nearby neighborhoods?
For a 1-bedroom, the median in Fenway is $2,800, next to Back Bay at $3,150, Mission Hill at $2,575 and Brookline at $2,995. These cover the same bed size in the same month, and we only include areas with at least 20 active listings.
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How does Fenway compare to nearby neighborhoods on rent?
On one-bedrooms Fenway's $2,800 median sits between Mission Hill at $2,575 and Back Bay at $3,150, with Allston at $2,385 and Brighton at $2,400 cheaper again. The gap widens on two-bedrooms, where Fenway reaches $3,800. Compare the same bedroom count across those pages to see where your budget goes furthest.
Which apartments are closest to Simmons University?
Simmons University sits in the Fenway, so listings in Fenway itself, Mission Hill and Back Bay are the closest options on foot or a short Green Line ride. Longwood Medical Area, Northeastern, Berklee, Wentworth and MassArt are all within roughly the same radius. Filter by distance to a Green Line stop if the walk matters to you.
How is transit access in Fenway?
Fenway is served by the Green Line at Fenway station on the D branch, plus Kenmore and Hynes Convention Center nearby, and by commuter rail at Lansdowne on the Framingham/Worcester line. Bus routes run through Longwood and toward the Back Bay. Most of the neighborhood is walkable to at least one Green Line stop.
When should I start looking for an apartment in Fenway?
Fenway turns over heavily on September 1, so listings peak between April and July and the best selection goes early in that window. Searching in late fall or winter leaves far fewer options but more room on price. Set an alert if you need a specific bedroom count.
How do I find no-broker-fee apartments in Fenway?
A broker fee is typically one month's rent, about $2,800 at Fenway's July 2026 one-bedroom median, on top of first month, last month and a security deposit. Apply the no-broker-fee filter to drop fee listings from your results. Larger buildings around Longwood and Boylston Street are the likeliest to lease without a tenant-paid fee.
Are utilities included in Fenway apartment rentals?
It varies by building age. Fenway's larger mid-century and newer buildings sometimes include heat and hot water, while the older brownstone conversions usually leave electricity, heat and internet to the tenant. Each listing states what is included, so check before you compare two rents directly.
What documents do I need to rent an apartment in Fenway?
Photo ID, recent pay stubs or an offer letter, and prior landlord references are the standard ask. Fenway's September 1 turnover means landlords often take the first complete application rather than waiting, so assemble the file before you tour. First month, last month and a security deposit are due at signing.