
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Dorchester Neighborhood of Boston, MA (115 Rentals)


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1700 Dorchester Ave

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South Dorchester, Boston, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Dorchester?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Dorchester Studio Apartments | $2,643 | $1,900 | $6,354 |
South Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,016 | $900 | $9,444 |
South Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,557 | $2,200 | $7,822 |
South Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,233 | $1,300 | $6,500 |
South Dorchester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,581 | $925 | $5,000 |
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There are currently 115 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the South Dorchester Neighborhood of Boston, MA.
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Largest Available South Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the South Dorchester area of Boston, MA is found at Neponset Landing and is listed at 976 square feet priced from $2,722. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Neponset Landing | A1AD | 976 Sq Ft | $2,722 |
The Frances at Ashmont Flats | 11 | 759 Sq Ft | $2,600 |
One Newport | One Bedroom | 746 Sq Ft | $2,700 |
Peninsula Apartments | Current | 660 Sq Ft | $2,729 |
Cheapest Available South Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit South Dorchester of Boston, MA is the 14 Model starting from $2,400 at The Frances at Ashmont Flats. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Dorchester is currently $3,016. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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The Frances at Ashmont Flats | 14 | $2,400 |
Neponset Landing | A1 | $2,488 |
One Newport | One Bedroom | $2,700 |
Peninsula Apartments | Current | $2,729 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom South Dorchester Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in South Dorchester with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in South Dorchester is at The Frances at Ashmont Flats listed at $2,400.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom South Dorchester Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in South Dorchester is $3,016.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom South Dorchester Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in South Dorchester is a 976 square feet unit starting from $2,722 at Neponset Landing.
What is the average size for South Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in South Dorchester is currently 1,892 sq ft.
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