
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Dorchester Neighborhood of Boston, MA (139 Rentals)


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1700 Dorchester Ave

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21 Dix St, Unit #1

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6 Bispham St

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74 Kingsdale St

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3 Arcadia St

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1664 Dorchester Ave, Unit # 2

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20 Dix St, Unit 1

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147 Wrentham St

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16 Victory Rd, Unit 1
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142 Spencer St, Unit 2

60 Gibson St, Unit #308

23 Elm St, Unit #1

1850 Dorchester Ave, Unit 201

23 Bowdoin Ave, Unit 23 Bowdoin Ave #2

43 Withington St, Unit 43 Withington st #4

12 Bailey St, Unit 19

12 Bailey St, Unit 17

11 Victory Rd, Unit 30
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46-48 Fuller Street, Unit 48 - 1

43 Withington St, Unit 4

37 Coffey St, Unit 2

27 Owencroft Rd

110 Lonsdale St

31-33 Melbourne St

20-22 Spaulding St

29 Gibson St

62 Codman Hill Ave

61 Granite Ave
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18 Laban Pratt Rd

5 Shafter St

408 Neponset Ave

107 Wrentham St

35 Hewins St

17 Manley St

247-249 Park St

37 Ashmont St

92 Florida St

11 Victory Rd
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103 Welles Ave

57 Victory Rd

19 W Tremlett St

56 Coffey St

336 Adams St

47 Rosemont St

9 Park St

73 Dix St

31 Park St

3 Draper St, Unit 1
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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 | $2,476 | $2,065 | $3,543 |
| South Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,359 | $860 | $3,537 |
South Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,907 | $2,200 | $4,283 |
| South Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,278 | $2,400 | $5,500 |
| South Dorchester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,839 | $3,000 | $5,000 |
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Largest Available South Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 DOT Ave | Two Bedroom One Bath | 883 Sq Ft | $3,095 |
| Adams Village | Two Bedroom | 790 Sq Ft | $2,800 |
Cheapest Available South Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Adams Village | Two Bedroom | $2,800 |
| 1943 DOT Ave | Two Bedroom One Bath | $3,095 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Dorchester, Boston, MA
Ranked #33
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.0Pet 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 Adams Village listed at $2,800.
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 $2,907.
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 883 square feet unit starting from $3,095 at 1943 DOT 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 1,897 sq ft.
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