
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Dorchester Neighborhood of Boston, MA (107 Rentals)


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547 Washington St, Unit 6B

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8 Centre St, Unit 1

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8 Centre St, Unit 1

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8 Centre St, Unit #1

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12 York St, Unit 1

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11 Allston St

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74 Kenwood St, Unit 1

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443 Washington St, Unit 404

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74 Kenwood St
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225 Centre St

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74 Bailey St, Unit #69 - #305

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35A Harvard St, Unit #1

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664 Washington St, Unit 2

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888 Washington St, Unit 2

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230 Fuller St

117 Park Dr

108 Wilmington Ave

3 Herbert St

32 Norwood St
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247-249-249 Park St

363 Adams St

722 Adams St

25 Harley St

Imprint

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8 Oakhurst St

33 Dix St

390 Geneva Ave
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106 Wrentham St

427 Geneva Ave

Neponset Heights

80 Florida St

12-14 Lyndhurst St

30 Browning Ave

939 Morton St

595 Ashmont St
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15 Boyden St

4-6 Lyndhurst St

374 Geneva Ave

3-5 Edwin St

1 Ashland St

329 Gallivan Blvd

5 Beale St

40 Westmoreland St

304 Neponset Ave

42 Van Winkle St
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South Dorchester, Boston, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Dorchester?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Dorchester Studio Apartments | $2,275 | $1,995 | $2,891 |
South Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,356 | $1,050 | $3,100 |
| South Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,726 | $2,200 | $4,200 |
| South Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,427 | $1,300 | $5,908 |
| South Dorchester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,843 | $2,750 | $5,200 |
| South Dorchester 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,656 | $1,250 | $5,000 |
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There are currently 107 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
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Imprint | A3 | 799 Sq Ft | $2,999 |
Cheapest Available South Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Imprint | A1 | $2,500 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Dorchester, Boston, MA
Ranked #52
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom South Dorchester Apartments
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 $2,356.
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 799 square feet unit starting from $2,999 at Imprint.
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 483 sq ft.
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