What are the average rent costs in Dorchester, MA?

The average rent in Dorchester, MA is $2,463.

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

The average rent for a studio apartment in Dorchester, MA is $2,321.

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 $2,463.

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 $2,928.

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 $4,054.

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 $4,878.

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Two Bedroom Apartments under $1,000 for Rent in Dorchester, MA

6,228 Rentals

$577 Off

Price Drop. $577 Off

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1 BED

$2,033+

2 BEDS

$2,750+

3 BEDS

$3,895+

Harbor Point

24 Oyster Bay Rd, Boston, MA 02125

Call (339) 499-5556
$504 Off

Price Drop. $504 Off

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STUDIO

$3,315+

1 BED

$3,415+

2 BEDS

$4,455+

James and Harrison Court

45 E Newton St, Boston, MA 02118

Call (857) 419-8688
1 BED

$2,754+

2 BEDS

$3,459+

The Abby

255 Hancock St, Quincy, MA 02171

Call (339) 229-6362
1 BED

$2,478+

2 BEDS

$3,448+

3 BEDS

$4,159+

Viv Boston

500 Talbot Ave, Dorchester, MA 02124

Call (857) 567-1374
$446 Off

Price Drop. $446 Off

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1 BED

$2,362+

2 BEDS

$3,061+

Neponset Landing

2 Hancock St, Quincy, MA 02171

Call (857) 355-0070
1 BED

$2,000+

2 BEDS

$3,700+

3 BEDS

$4,800+

Terra on Lenox

11 E Lenox St, Boston, MA 02118
$275 Off

Price Drop. $275 Off

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STUDIO

$2,260+

2 BEDS

$4,100+

Imprint

780 Morrissey Blvd, Dorchester, MA 02122

Call (617) 533-3450
Exceptional Value

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STUDIO

$2,799+

1 BED

$2,999+

2 BEDS

$3,899+

The Melnea Residences

431 Melnea Cass Blvd, Boston, MA 02119

Call (857) 226-2910
Good Value

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STUDIO

$3,191+

1 BED

$3,712+

2 BEDS

$5,785+

3 BEDS

$7,959+

The Smith

89 E Dedham St, Boston, MA 02118

Call (857) 799-3915
STUDIO

$2,547+

1 BED

$2,807+

2 BEDS

$3,545+

3 BEDS

$4,938+

The Andi

4 Lucy St, Boston, MA 02125

Call (857) 347-3800
Good Value

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1 BED

$2,725+

2 BEDS

$3,175+

One Newport

1 Newport Ave, Quincy, MA 02171

Call (339) 229-6807
1 BED

$2,120

Dorset Square Residences

15 Argyle Ter, Dorchester, MA 02124
STUDIO

$2,662+

1 BED

$2,816+

2 BEDS

$3,771+

Hub25

25 Morrissey Blvd, Boston, MA 02125

Call (857) 364-8548
Good Value

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1 BED

$2,875

Presidential Point

33 Newport Ave, Quincy, MA 02171

Call (857) 829-4519
2 BEDS

$2,900

Columbia Flats

1258 Massachusetts Ave, Dorchester, MA 02125

Call (339) 229-6172
Good Value

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1 BED

$2,775+

2 BEDS

$3,095+

1410 Columbia

1410 Columbia Rd, South Boston, MA 02127

Call (781) 549-3673
Good Value

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1 BED

$3,350+

2 BEDS

$3,925+

West Square Apartments

320-326 D St, Boston, MA 02127

Call (781) 579-8811
1 BED

$3,445+

2 BEDS

$4,835+

3 BEDS

$7,665+

Girard

50 Malden St, Boston, MA 02118

Call (857) 587-1293
Good Value

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1 BED

$2,725+

2 BEDS

$3,300+

211 Green St

211 Green St, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Call (781) 390-4879
1 Month Free

1 Month Free

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1 BED

$2,740+

2 BEDS

$3,290+

Baker Chocolate Factory

1200-1220 Adams St, Dorchester, MA 02124

Call (781) 390-9936
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Rent Special

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STUDIO

$2,450+

1 BED

$2,680+

2 BEDS

$3,660+

3 BEDS

$5,254+

Peninsula Apartments

401 Mount Vernon St, Boston, MA 02125

Call (339) 229-5753
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Rent Special

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STUDIO

$2,335+

1 BED

$3,115+

2 BEDS

$3,785+

3 BEDS

$4,675+

Velo Forest Hills Apartments

3686 Washington St, Boston, MA 02130

Call (781) 694-6227
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Rent Special

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STUDIO

$2,565+

1 BED

$2,905+

2 BEDS

$3,880+

3 BEDS

$4,865+

Dot Block

1205-1211 Dorchester Ave, Dorchester, MA 02125

Call (857) 290-4373
1 Month Free

1 Month Free

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STUDIO

$2,230+

1 BED

$2,333+

2 BEDS

$2,944+

3 BEDS

$4,056+

Rozzie

289 Walk Hill St, Roslindale, MA 02131

Call (857) 419-6170
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Rent Special

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1 BED

$2,260

1700 Dorchester Ave

1700 Dorchester Ave, Boston, MA 02122

Call (857) 663-0879
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Rent Special

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4 BEDS

$3,650

10 Mount Pleasant Ave

10 Mount Pleasant Ave, Boston, MA 02119

Call (857) 663-7385
1 BED

$3,598+

2 BEDS

$4,850+

The Residences on Broadway

50 W West B..., Boston, MA 02127

Call (781) 808-2528
STUDIO

$2,495+

1 BED

$3,000+

2 BEDS

$3,495+

3 BEDS

$4,495+

3200 Washington

3200 Washington St, Boston, MA 02130

Call (781) 488-7688
1 BED

$3,339+

2 BEDS

$3,699+

Metro Marina Bay

7 Seaport Dr, Quincy, MA 02171

Call (781) 808-2884
STUDIO

$2,000+

1 BED

$2,250+

Gamma North Quincy

95 W Squantum St, Quincy, MA 02171

Call (781) 579-8147
1 BED

$2,475+

2 BEDS

$2,800+

Schoolhouse at Lower Mills

40 River St, Dorchester, MA 02126

Call (339) 229-6314
STUDIO

$2,245+

1 BED

$2,745+

2 BEDS

$3,245+

1943 DOT Ave

1943 Dorchester Ave, Dorchester, MA 02124

Call (857) 412-8021
2 BEDS

$3,200

3193 Washington St

3193 Washington St, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Call (617) 553-6122
STUDIO

$2,850+

1 BED

$3,350+

Zero Athens

35 W 2nd St, Boston, MA 02127

Call (857) 577-8223
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Rent Special

1 BED

$1,500

5 Otisfield St Unit # 2

5 Otisfield St, Boston, MA 02121

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4 BEDS

$1,400

292 D St Unit 2

292 D St, Boston, MA 02127

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3 BEDS

$3,000

14 Hazelwood St Unit 3

14 Hazelwood St, Boston, MA 02119

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3 BEDS

$3,600+

4 BEDS

$4,600+

21 Bucknam St

21 Bucknam St, Boston, MA 02120

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3 BEDS

$3,000

6 Narragansett St

6 Narragansett St, Boston, MA 02122

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2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS

$3,600

263 Bolton St Unit 1

263 Bolton St, Boston, MA 02127

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Rent Special

Rent Special

STUDIO

$2,795

194 Green St Unit 402

194 Green St, Boston, MA 02130
Rent Special

Rent Special

4 BEDS

$3,900

18 Hinckley St Unit 1

18 Hinckley St, Boston, MA 02125

Dorchester at a Glance

Average Rent

$2,463

(All bedrooms and property types)

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School Rating

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Some Transit

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Transportation in Dorchester

Somewhat Bikeable

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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 436 Sq Ft $2,321 / mo
1 Bedroom 671 Sq Ft $2,463 / mo
2 Bedrooms 910 Sq Ft $2,928 / mo
3 Bedrooms 1,116 Sq Ft $4,054 / mo
4 Bedrooms 1,609 Sq Ft $4,878 / mo

Getting Around Dorchester

Transportation

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore^® Rating

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

out of 100 TransitScore^® Rating

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

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Education

College/University

UMass Boston

Public University

Tufts University, Boston Boston Campus

Emerson College

Private University

Northeastern University

Private University

Wentworth Inst. of Technology

Private University

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