Apartment for Rent, Available 09-01-2025 at Fort Hill, Boston, MA, added 48 minutes ago, $5,900 per month, 5 Beds, 2 Baths, , , 1 Dishwasher, , Laundry, Air Conditioning,
Apartment for Rent, Available 09-01-2025 at Mission Hill, Boston, MA, added 1 day ago, $9,000 per month, 5 Beds, 2.5 Baths, , , 1 Dishwasher, , Laundry, Air Conditioning,
Apartment for Rent, Available 09-01-2025 at Mission Hill, Boston, MA, added 2 days ago, $7,750 per month, 5 Beds, 2 Baths, , HW Included, 1 Dishwasher, , Laundry, ,
Townhouse for Rent, Available 09-01-2025 at Roxbury, Boston, MA, added 2 days ago, $8,500 per month, 5 Beds, 2 Baths, , HW Included, 1 Dishwasher, , Laundry, Air Conditioning,
Apartment for Rent, Available Now at Allston, Boston, MA, added 3 days ago, $4,600 per month, 5 Beds, 2 Baths, , Heat & HW Included, 1 Dishwasher, , , , Flexible Move-In Date
Apartment for Rent, Available Now at Central Square/Cambridgeport, Cambridge, MA, added 3 days ago, $5,200 per month, 5 Beds, 2 Baths, , , 1 Dishwasher, , Laundry, , Flexible Move-In Date
Apartment for Rent, Available Now at Allston, Boston, MA, added 3 days ago, $7,850 per month, 5 Beds, 2 Baths, , , 1 Dishwasher, , Laundry, Air Conditioning, Flexible Move-In Date
Apartment for Rent, Available Now at Lower Allston, Boston, MA, added 4 days ago, $6,200 per month, 5 Beds, 3 Baths, Furnished, , 1 Dishwasher, , Laundry, , Flexible Move-In Date
Apartment for Rent, Available 09-01-2025 at Mission Hill, Boston, MA, added 6 days ago, $8,000 per month, 5 Beds, 2 Baths, , , 1 Dishwasher, , Laundry, ,
Apartment for Rent, Available 09-01-2025 at Mission Hill, Boston, MA, added 6 days ago, $8,000 per month, 5 Beds, 2 Baths, , , 1 Dishwasher, , Laundry, ,
Apartment for Rent, Available 09-01-2025 at Mission Hill, Boston, MA, added 6 days ago, $8,500 per month, 5 Beds, 2 Baths, , , 1 Dishwasher, , Laundry, ,
Apartment for Rent, Available 07-01-2025 at Washington Square, Brookline, MA, added 11 days ago, $10,000 per month, 5 Beds, 3.5 Baths, , , 1 Dishwasher, , Laundry, Air Conditioning,
Roughly 31% of Boston University students live off-campus. Given the most recent enrollment numbers for BU, that would equate to just under 10,000 students living off campus out of the 32,500 students enrolled at Boston University.
You can find cheap apartments for rent near BU, as well as many listings with no fee. If you're looking for cheap off-campus housing, start your search in Allston. Finding a roommate or roommates can help cut costs and together you may be able to rent an apartment with more amenities and stay within your individual budgets. Affordable apartments in any Boston neighborhood rent very quickly. Start your apartment search early to secure your rental before the best units are taken.
Boston University is in the Fenway neighborhood and borders Allston. If you want to be close to campus, those are the places to look. Brighton, Brookline, and Back Bay, are all along the Green Line, so they are a short T-ride away. The Boston University Medical Center (BUMC) is in the South End. Surrounding neighborhoods for BUMC include South Boston, Roxbury, and Symphony.
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About 5 Bedroom Apartments near Boston University
Five-bedroom apartments near Boston University offer some of the most spacious and accommodating living options in the area. Perfect for larger groups, these apartments often feature multiple bathrooms, a large common area, and fully equipped kitchens. Many five-bedroom units are designed to maximize comfort with updated finishes, hardwood floors, in-unit laundry, and extra storage space, making it easy for residents to live comfortably while enjoying a communal living environment.
Living near BU provides convenient access to all campus resources, including libraries, dining halls, and recreational facilities. Commonwealth Avenue, located right along BU’s campus, offers a wide selection of cafes, restaurants, and shops, so residents are never far from a quick meal or a coffee. The vibrant culinary scene on Comm Ave includes spots like Tatte Bakery & Cafe, known for its delicious pastries, and Noodle Street, popular for Asian-inspired cuisine.
For outdoor activities, the Charles River Esplanade offers a beautiful riverside trail for walking, jogging, or biking, along with scenic picnic spots. Nickerson Field and Agganis Arena, both on BU’s campus, frequently host sports games, concerts, and other entertainment events, making them favorite destinations for residents in the area.
With the Green Line T conveniently nearby, exploring the city beyond BU is simple and efficient. A five-bedroom apartment near BU offers both the space and the convenience to enjoy campus life, outdoor activities, and the dynamic atmosphere of Boston.
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