What are the average rent costs in Dorchester, MA?

The average rent in Dorchester, MA is $2,357.

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Dorchester, MA?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Dorchester, MA is $2,350.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Dorchester, MA?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Dorchester, MA is $2,357.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Dorchester, MA?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Dorchester, MA is $2,835.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Dorchester, MA?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Dorchester, MA is $3,957.

What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in Dorchester, MA?

The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Dorchester, MA is $4,845.

Dorchester Apartments with Pool - Apartments with a Swimming Pool in Dorchester, MA

Good Value

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1 BED

$2,425+

2 BEDS

$3,000+

3 BEDS

$4,350+

Harbor Point

24 Oyster Bay Rd, Boston, MA 02125

Call (339) 499-5556
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STUDIO

$2,615+

1 BED

$2,990+

2 BEDS

$3,680+

Dot Block

1205-1211 Dorchester Ave, Dorchester, MA 02125

Call (857) 290-4373
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STUDIO

$3,232+

1 BED

$3,562+

2 BEDS

$5,897+

3 BEDS

$7,909+

The Smith

89 E Dedham St, Boston, MA 02118

Call (857) 799-3915
Good Value

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STUDIO

$2,547+

1 BED

$2,779+

2 BEDS

$3,786+

Peninsula Apartments

401 Mount Vernon St, Boston, MA 02125

Call (339) 229-5753
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STUDIO

$2,335+

1 BED

$3,010+

2 BEDS

$3,620+

3 BEDS

$4,595+

Velo Forest Hills Apartments

3686 Washington St, Boston, MA 02130

Call (781) 694-6227
Good Value

STUDIO

$2,399+

1 BED

$2,856+

2 BEDS

$3,654+

3 BEDS

$5,245+

The Andi

4 Lucy St, Boston, MA 02125

Call (857) 347-3800
STUDIO

$2,808+

1 BED

$2,755+

2 BEDS

$3,613+

The Abby

255 Hancock St, Quincy, MA 02171

Call (339) 229-6362
Good Value

STUDIO

$2,632+

1 BED

$2,767+

2 BEDS

$3,695+

Hub25

25 Morrissey Blvd, Boston, MA 02125

Call (857) 364-8548
1 BED

$3,057+

3 BEDS

$6,172+

Meriel Marina Bay

552 Victory Rd, Quincy, MA 02171

Call (857) 587-1025
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$3,400

28 Brookledge St Unit 1

28 Brookledge St, Boston, MA 02121
3 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,900

32 Robinson St Unit 1

32 Robinson St, Boston, MA 02122
4 BEDS, 1 BATH

$3,950

100 Seaver St Unit 2

100 Seaver St, Boston, MA 02121
3 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,600

22 Norton St Unit 3

22 Norton St, Boston, MA 02125
1 BED, 1 BATH

$2,850

211 Green St Unit 304

211 Green St, Boston, MA 02130
1 BED, 1 BATH

$3,300

211 Green St Unit 205

211 Green St, Boston, MA 02130
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,800

927 Dorchester Ave Unit 2

927 Dorchester Ave, Boston, MA 02125
1 BED, 1 BATH

$2,700

47 1/2 Jamaica Street Unit 2 Unit 2

47 1/2 Jamaica St, Boston, MA 02130
3 BEDS, 1 BATH

$3,100

6 Boyd St Unit 3

6 Boyd St, Boston, MA 02124
3 BEDS, 1 BATH

$3,400

17 Mt Ida Rd Unit 2

17 Mt Ida Rd, Boston, MA 02122
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$4,200

52 Holyoke St Unit 2

52 Holyoke St, Quincy, MA 02171
3 BEDS, 1 BATH

$3,300

27 Fessenden St Unit 3

27 Fessenden St, Boston, MA 02126
STUDIO, 1 BATH

$2,350

4 Beale St Unit 3

4 Beale St, Boston, MA 02124
1 BED, 1 BATH

$2,700

1700 Dorchester Ave Unit 403

1700 Dorchester Ave, Boston, MA 02122
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,800

56 Percival St Unit 1

56 Percival St, Boston, MA 02122
4 BEDS, 1 BATH

$5,000

350 Dorchester St

350 Dorchester St, Boston, MA 02127
STUDIO, 1 BATH

$2,350

1970 Dorchester Ave Unit 302

1970 Dorchester Ave, Boston, MA 02124
1 BED, 1 BATH

$3,300

211 Green St Unit 510

211 Green St, Boston, MA 02130
1 BED, 1 BATH

$3,300

211 Green St Unit 508

211 Green St, Boston, MA 02130
STUDIO, 1 BATH

$2,375

4 Beale St Unit 305

4 Beale St, Boston, MA 02124
1 BED, 1 BATH

$2,700

1700 Dorchester Ave Unit 406

1700 Dorchester Ave, Boston, MA 02122
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,000

64 Tolman St Unit 5

64 Tolman St, Boston, MA 02122
1 BED, 1 BATH

$4,000

141 Dorchester Ave Unit 318

141 Dorchester Ave, Boston, MA 02127
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$3,600

211 Green St Unit 206

211 Green St, Boston, MA 02130
1 BED, 1 BATH

$3,050

211 Green St Unit 410

211 Green St, Boston, MA 02130
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,300

332 Talbot Ave Unit 14

332 Talbot Ave, Boston, MA 02124
1 BED, 1 BATH

$2,300

2 Woodville Park Unit 2

2 Woodville Park, Boston, MA 02119
1 BED, 1 BATH

$2,450

497 Warren St Unit 2

497 Warren St, Boston, MA 02121
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,850

89 Woodrow Ave Unit 5

89 Woodrow Ave, Boston, MA 02124
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,300

64 Tolman St Unit 1

64 Tolman St, Boston, MA 02122
4 BEDS, 1 BATH

$3,250

42 Hiawatha Rd Unit 3

42 Hiawatha Rd, Boston, MA 02126
1 BED, 1 BATH

$2,000

114 Amory St Unit 1

114 Amory St, Boston, MA 02119
4 BEDS, 1 BATH

$3,200

74 Hamilton St Unit 3

74 Hamilton St, Boston, MA 02125

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Dorchester at a Glance

Average Rent

$2,357

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Dorchester, MA Apartments for Rent

Nestled along Boston's southeastern edge, Dorchester combines historic charm with modern convenience. As Boston's largest neighborhood, Dorchester showcases architectural diversity from Victorian mansions to classic triple-deckers, with average rents ranging from $2,300 for one-bedroom units to $3,900 for three-bedroom homes. The neighborhood's rich history dates back to 1630—even before Boston itself—and includes landmarks like the Mather School, America's oldest public elementary school.

Dorchester's five Red Line subway stations and multiple commuter rail stops provide seamless connections to downtown Boston and surrounding areas. The neighborhood features significant green spaces including the 30-acre Dorchester Park and Pope John Paul II Park along the Neponset River. Fields Corner, Codman Square, and Uphams Corner serve as bustling commercial districts with local shops and restaurants. Notable institutions include the JFK Presidential Library, UMass Boston campus, and the historic Strand Theatre, making Dorchester a convenient and well-connected neighborhood for Boston-area residents.

Renting in Dorchester

Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes

Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
Studio 426 Sq Ft $2,350 / mo
1 Bedroom 671 Sq Ft $2,357 / mo
2 Bedrooms 904 Sq Ft $2,835 / mo
3 Bedrooms 1,110 Sq Ft $3,957 / mo
4 Bedrooms 1,609 Sq Ft $4,845 / mo

Getting Around Dorchester

Transportation

Very Walkable

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.

Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.

Good Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

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