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98 Topliff StBoston, MA 02122
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25 Wainwright St
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 27110 Greenbrier St
110 Greenbrier StBoston, MA 02124
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15 Centervale Park, Unit #1
15 Centervale ParkBoston, MA 02124
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74 Kenwood St, Unit 1
74 Kenwood StBoston, MA 02124
11 Centre Ave
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363 Adams St
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17 Duncan St
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The Levedo Building
241-247 Talbot AveBoston, MA 02124
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Treadmark 2.0
1971-1977 Dorchester AveBoston, MA 02124
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380 Talbot AveBoston, MA 02124
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1943 DOT Ave
1943 Dorchester AveDorchester, MA 02124
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45 Centre StDorchester, MA 02124
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80 Richmond St.
80 Richmond StDorchester, 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 |
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| South Dorchester Studio Apartments | $2,320 | $1,995 | $2,900 |
| South Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,491 | $850 | $3,100 |
| South Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,794 | $2,200 | $4,283 |
| South Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,520 | $2,600 | $6,500 |
| South Dorchester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,626 | $1,000 | $4,500 |
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Cheapest Available South Dorchester Apartments for Rent
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 DOT Ave | Studio Plus with Multiwall | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| Adams Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,030 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Dorchester, MA
As of January 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Dorchester area is the $0.26 price per square foot 230 Fuller St Model at 230 Fuller St, Unit 11 in the in the South Dorchester neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value South Dorchester apartment is the 37 Allston St Model at 37 Allston St, Unit 2 starting at $5,800 with a $0.58 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. |
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| 230 Fuller St, Unit 11 | 230 Fuller St | 1BR,1BA | $0.26 |
| 37 Allston St, Unit 2 | 37 Allston St | 5BR,2BA | $0.58 |
| 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 |
| 11 Allston St, Unit 3 | 11 Allston St | 1BR,1BA | $0.25 |
| 15 Centervale Park, Unit #1 | 15 Centervale Park | 5BR,2BA | $0.13 |
| 111 Florida St | 111 Florida St | 3BR,1BA | $0.33 |
| 11 Frederika St, Unit 1 | 11 Frederika St | 2BR,1BA | $0.27 |
| 11 Frederika St, Unit 1 | 11 Frederika St | 2BR,1BA | $0.27 |
| 7 Wilmington Ave, Unit 7 Wilmington Ave Boston | 7 Wilmington Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.98 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Dorchester Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Dorchester?
The cheapest apartment in South Dorchester is Viv Boston which is listed at $2,478, while the average apartment in South Dorchester costs $9,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Dorchester?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 15 regular apartments in South Dorchester that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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