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You’ve Actually Got More Room to Negotiate Rent Right Now

Boston renters rarely get much leverage. September 2026 looks a little different. Apartment availability around Boston has risen sharply compared...

Boston renters rarely get much leverage. September 2026 looks a little different. Apartment availability around Boston has risen sharply compared with last year, and some units that were supposed to be filled for Sept. 1 are still sitting empty. NBC10 Boston reported that availability had more than doubled year over year heading into September, with

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You’ve Actually Got More Room to Negotiate Rent Right Now

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