No Broker Fee Apartments for Rent in Boston's North End
Rent directly from a 3rd-generation North End owner — no broker fees, and no broker commission quietly baked into your rent. We've been the family that owns these buildings since 1950.
DJ Realty Management owns and rents its own apartments throughout Boston's North End — renovated units in historic brick buildings within walking distance of Hanover Street's restaurants, the Old North Church, the Greenway, and the harbor. Every apartment is leased directly by us. No broker fees. No outside listing agents. No commission baked into your rent. Whether you're relocating to Boston or already in the city, you'll always be dealing directly with the people who own the building.
★★★★★ "Best rental experience I've had in Boston." — North End tenant, relocated from out of state
Why is rent at DJ Realty often more affordable than broker-listed apartments?
When a landlord lists an apartment with a broker, they pay a leasing commission — typically equal to one month's rent. As of August 1, 2025, Massachusetts law requires the landlord to pay that fee, not the tenant. So what happens to that cost? In most cases, it gets quietly baked into the asking rent.
We don't list with brokers. We've owned these buildings for three generations and we lease them ourselves, with our own in-house team. No commission to recover. No outside marketing fee to absorb. No incentive to push rents above what the unit is worth.
Why do renters choose DJ Realty Management?
Renters choose DJ Realty because we combine direct ownership with a fully licensed, professional operation — something most landlords in the North End can't offer. We hold a Massachusetts Real Estate Broker license and a Licensed Construction Supervisor license, and our full-time construction staff handles everything from routine repairs to full building rehabilitations, all completed in-house.
Many North End landlords own properties but live out of state or out of the country entirely. That means slow responses, delayed repairs, and no one available when something goes wrong. DJ Realty's office is located just blocks from most of our properties — so when a maintenance issue comes up, our team is nearby and our turnaround time is fast. For emergencies, our construction staff is available 24/7.
How do you rent an apartment from DJ Realty Management?
Renting from DJ Realty is a three-step process: browse available listings online, submit your application digitally, and contact our leasing team directly — no broker involved at any point.
What does DJ Realty Management offer renters?
We own and rent our own apartments in Boston's North End and surrounding areas. We are the landlord — not a property management company hired to oversee someone else's buildings. Every unit in our portfolio is owned by us and leased directly to tenants with no middlemen.
Unlike many independent landlords who handle repairs themselves to cut costs, we operate with a fully licensed, professional team. Our Licensed Construction Supervisor leads a full-time in-house crew capable of everything from minor repairs to complete building rehabilitations — the same crew that built out these units is the one maintaining them.
What's included when you rent from us:
- Annual unfurnished leases — no short-term or corporate rentals
- Renovated units in historic North End brick buildings
- Online applications and remote lease signing — apply from anywhere
- Licensed in-house construction team — available 24/7 for emergencies
- Office located blocks from most properties — fast maintenance turnaround
- Properties in North End, Charlestown, Revere, Winchester, Wakefield & Stoneham
- Direct contact with ownership at every step — no approval layers
North End Boston Apartments
North End rentals — renovated historic buildings, no broker fees.
How do I check apartment availability at DJ Realty?
View current available listings on our Units page, or contact us directly at (617) 723-4396 for help confirming availability on upcoming units. Our team responds quickly — no middleman, no broker.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you charge a broker fee?
No. DJ Realty Management never charges a broker fee. We don't use brokers, so there's no commission to pass on. You pay first month, last month, and security deposit only.
Can I rent a Boston apartment without a broker?
Yes. Every DJ Realty apartment is leased directly by the family that owns the building. There is no broker involved at any step — you apply online, sign your lease electronically, and move in. We've leased apartments to renters relocating from out of state and out of the country without an in-person showing.
Why is rent at DJ Realty often more affordable than broker-listed apartments nearby?
Because we don't pay leasing commissions, we don't need to recover that cost in the rent. Most broker-listed apartments now bake the commission into the asking price, since the August 2025 Massachusetts law shifted broker fees from the tenant to the landlord. We've never used brokers, so our pricing reflects the actual unit — and we're often willing to discuss terms with qualified applicants.
What types of apartments do you rent in Boston's North End?
Renovated studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments in historic brick buildings throughout Boston's North End. Our buildings sit on the neighborhood's most iconic blocks — including Hanover Street (the main restaurant corridor), Salem Street (just steps from the Old North Church), Hull Street (next door to Copps Hill Burying Ground), and Moon Street in historic North Square, across from the Paul Revere House. Additional rentals on Endicott, Hawes, Commercial, Park, North, Fleet, North Margin, and Greenough Lane. We also rent in Charlestown, Revere, Winchester, Wakefield, and Stoneham.
Can I apply for an apartment remotely?
Yes. You can browse listings, submit your application, and sign your lease entirely online — no in-person visit to Boston required.
Do you offer short-term or furnished rentals?
No. We offer annual unfurnished leases only. We do not provide short-term, furnished, or corporate rentals.
Who handles maintenance at DJ Realty properties?
All maintenance is handled by our in-house licensed construction team — the same crew that renovated our units. Our Licensed Construction Supervisor oversees all repairs, and our staff is available 24/7 for emergencies. Our office is located blocks from most of our properties, so response times are fast.
How long has DJ Realty Management been in business?
DJ Realty Management has been family-owned and operating in Boston's North End since 1950 — now in its third generation of ownership.
Where does DJ Realty Management offer apartments?
DJ Realty Management primarily offers apartments in Boston's North End, with additional rental properties in Charlestown, Revere, Winchester, Wakefield, and Stoneham, MA.
Do you manage other people's properties?
No. DJ Realty Management only owns, leases, and maintains its own properties. We do not offer property management services for outside landlords or investors. All of our rentals are buildings we own directly.
