What size apartment will $1,500 get you in Boston? It's as squished as you imagine.
Briefly

In Wichita, Kan., renters enjoy the advantage of paying about $1 per square foot for spacious apartments, contrasting sharply with Boston's nearly $5 per square foot.
Boston, which ranks as the fourth-priciest rental market, offers only 315 square feet for $1,500 monthly, emphasizing the high cost of living in coastal job hubs.
Overall, the report indicates that major coastal cities force renters on fixed budgets to sacrifice space while seeking employment opportunities, highlighting a significant market disparity.
Nationwide, renters can expect an average of 729 square feet for $1,500, with cities like Indianapolis and Columbus providing more living space for the same price.
Read at Boston.com
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