Five Two-Bedroom Apartments for $1,700 or Less

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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 $1,700 or less per month—because who has $3,000 to drop on a rental, anyway?

Below, peruse five two-bedroom apartments for rent in Boston between $1,500 and $1,700 per month.

1. 39 Glenville Avenue, Allston
Bedrooms: 2
Baths: 1
Rent: $1,500 per month

This sunny unit is situated across from the B Line. It boasts hardwood floors, decent-sized rooms, and plenty of cabinet space in the kitchen.

2. 244 Saratoga Street #2, East Boston
Bedrooms: 2
Baths: 1
Rent: $1,695 per month

This recently renovated pad in Eagle Hill has a shiny new kitchen. It’s also about a half-mile from Santarpio’s Pizza.

3. 81-83 W Cottage Street, Roxbury
Bedrooms: 2
Baths: 1
Rent: $1,600 per month

Coveted amenities are plentiful in this two-bedroom in Roxbury. It’s inside of a historic (and colorful) building, has on-site laundry, a patio, and a backyard. There are also views of the skyline.

4. Stearns Avenue, Medford
Bedrooms: 2
Baths: 1
Rent: $1,700 per month

This spacious apartment near Tufts has a formal dining room, a sun room, and an updated kitchen. There are also two tandem parking spots and laundry in the basement.

5. 200 Hancock Street #18, Dorchester
Bedrooms: 2
Baths: 1
Rent: $1,700 per month

Modern and bright, this unit in Savin Hill has hardwood floors, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances, not to mention on-site maintenance.

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