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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Dorchester Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $700 (15 Rentals)
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$1,250
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$1,250
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15 Centervale Park, Unit #1
15 Centervale ParkBoston, MA 02124
343 Ashmont St
BostonMA02124
74 Kenwood St
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$1,995
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74 Kenwood St, Unit 1
74 Kenwood StBoston, MA 02124
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 8780 Morrissey Blvd
780 Morrissey BlvdBoston, MA 02122
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Studio Apartments Available Dec 29780 Morrissey Blvd
780 Morrissey BlvdBoston, MA 02122
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1943 DOT Ave
1943 Dorchester AveDorchester, MA 02124
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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 | $2,379 | $1,995 | $3,040 |
| South Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,562 | $795 | $3,500 |
| South Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,143 | $2,200 | $4,283 |
| South Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,504 | $2,700 | $5,050 |
| South Dorchester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,687 | $3,200 | $4,500 |
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Cheapest Available South Dorchester Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Dorchester area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at 1943 DOT Ave priced from $1,995. Adams Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,125. Here are the most affordable South Dorchester apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 DOT Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| Adams Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,125 |
| 1700 Dorchester Ave | 1F-1I | 1BR,1BA | $2,260 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Dorchester, MA
As of October 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Dorchester area is the $0.29 price per square foot 50 Armandine St Model at 50 Armandine St, Unit 2 in the in the South Dorchester neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value South Dorchester apartment is the 74 Bailey St Model at 74 Bailey St, Unit #69 - #305 starting at $2,500 with a $0.25 price per square foot in the South Dorchester neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Dorchester apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 Armandine St, Unit 2 | 50 Armandine St | 3BR,1BA | $0.29 |
| 74 Bailey St, Unit #69 - #305 | 74 Bailey St | 1BR,1BA | $0.25 |
| 16 Victory Rd, Unit 1 | 16 Victory Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.22 |
| 15 Centervale Park, Unit #1 | 15 Centervale Park | 5BR,2BA | $0.13 |
| 74 Kenwood St, Unit 1 | 74 Kenwood St | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
| 527 Gallivan Blvd, Unit 3 | 527 Gallivan Blvd | 3BR,1BA | $0.33 |
| 250 Norwell St, Unit 1 | 250 Norwell St | 2BR,1BA | $0.27 |
| 82 Brent St, Unit 2 | 82 Brent St | 4BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| 77 Dix St, Unit #4 | 77 Dix St | 2BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| 43 Oakridge St, Unit 2 | 43 Oakridge St | 2BR,1BA | $1.92 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Dorchester Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Dorchester?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Dorchester is under $2,260.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Dorchester?
The cheapest apartment in South Dorchester is 1700 Dorchester Ave which is listed at $2,260, while the average apartment in South Dorchester costs $4,100.
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