
2 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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69 Beaumont St, Unit Apt. 3, Unit Apt. 3

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22 Darlington St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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6 Bispham St, Unit #1, Unit #1

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74 Kingsdale St

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16 Victory Rd, Unit 1, Unit 1

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3 Arcadia St

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6 Bispham St

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37 Fairmount St, Unit 2, Unit 2
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433 Washington St

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147 Wrentham St

11 Victory Rd, Unit 27

35 Hewins St

100 Lonsdale St

14 Lyndhurst St

11 Colonial Ave

63 Callender St

19 Wolcott St

69 Beaumont St
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8 Kenwood St

89 Woodrow Ave

17 Manley St

150 Wrentham St

247-249 Park St

11 Victory Rd

361 Adams St

800 Washington St

2149 Dorchester Ave

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38 Stanton St

505-507 Talbot Ave

316-324 Talbot Ave

114-118 Whitfield St

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106 Wrentham St

80 Florida St

89 Woodrow Ave

80-84 Shepton St
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28 Glenrose Rd

42 Van Winkle St

520 Talbot Ave

51 Msgr Patrick J Lydon Way

1085 Washington 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 | $2,276 | $1,895 | $2,970 |
| South Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,541 | $1,050 | $3,960 |
South Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,769 | $2,125 | $3,750 |
| South Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,423 | $2,650 | $7,922 |
| South Dorchester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,786 | $3,000 | $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 2 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 51 Colonial Ave | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 1,000 Sq Ft | $2,750 |
| Adams Village | Two Bedroom | 790 Sq Ft | $2,685 |
Cheapest Available South Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Adams Village | Two Bedroom | $2,685 |
| 51 Colonial Ave | 2 Beds, 1 bath | $2,750 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Dorchester, Boston, MA
Ranked #50
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 $2,685.
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 $2,769.
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 1,000 square feet unit starting from $2,750 at 51 Colonial 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 1,246 sq ft.
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