
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Dorchester Neighborhood of Boston, MA (144 Rentals)


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93 Park St, Unit 11

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16 Victory Rd, Unit 1

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147 Wrentham St

60 Gibson St, Unit #308

94 Florida St, Unit 3

20 Fairmount St, Unit 4

75 Park St

1850 Dorchester Ave, Unit 201
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43 Withington St, Unit 4

120 Park St

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46-48-48 Fuller St, Unit 46 - 1

37 Bradlee St, Unit 3

12 Bailey St, Unit 19

12 Bailey St, Unit 17

11 Victory Rd, Unit 30

27 W Tremlett St, Unit 2

315 Freeport St, Unit 2

2 Walnut St, Unit 2
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37 Coffey St, Unit 2

90 Lyndhurst St

49 Pierce Ave

361 Adams St

1 Clementine Park

1-3 Brookvale St

959 Morton St

247-249 Park St

64 Florida St

505507-507 Talbot Ave
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24 Norwood St

571 Freeport St

16 Norwood St

98-100 Granite Ave

98-100-100 Granite Ave

29 Gibson St

61 Granite Ave

5 Shafter St

408 Neponset Ave

105 Wrentham St
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35 Hewins St

17 Manley St

9 Victory Rd

94 Florida St

64 Capen St

11 Victory Rd

47 Rosemont St

59 Msgr Patrick J Lydon Way

57 Victory Rd

138 Centre 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 | $2,437 | $2,020 | $3,317 |
| South Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,483 | $1,100 | $3,651 |
South Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,814 | $2,000 | $4,283 |
| South Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,286 | $2,395 | $7,666 |
| South Dorchester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,564 | $1,050 | $4,500 |
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There are currently 144 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 2 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1700 Dorchester Ave | 2-B1 | 934 Sq Ft | $3,400 |
| 1943 DOT Ave | Two Bedroom One Bath | 883 Sq Ft | $3,095 |
Cheapest Available South Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 1943 DOT Ave | Two Bedroom One Bath | $3,095 |
| 1700 Dorchester Ave | 2-B1 | $3,400 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Dorchester, Boston, MA
Ranked #37
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom South Dorchester Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in South Dorchester with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in South Dorchester is at 1943 DOT Ave listed at $3,095.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom South Dorchester Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in South Dorchester is $2,814.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom South Dorchester Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in South Dorchester is a 934 square feet unit starting from $3,400 at 1700 Dorchester Ave.
What is the average size for South Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in South Dorchester is currently 1,808 sq ft.
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