Massachusetts's capital and largest city, with a rental market shaped heavily by its large student population and dense, historic housing stock.
Boston landlords are governed by Massachusetts state law; some cities also add local ordinances beyond the state baseline. The summary below is Massachusetts state law — a general starting point, not legal advice — and doesn't capture any Boston-specific ordinances. Verify current rules, including any local ordinances, with an attorney before relying on this for an actual tenancy.
Full Massachusetts details, including required disclosures and sources: Massachusetts landlord-tenant laws →
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