
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the South Dorchester Neighborhood of Boston, MA (78 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the South Dorchester area of Boston that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


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1700 Dorchester Ave

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17 Gaylord St, Unit 3

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541 Adams St, Unit #6

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76 Westmoreland St, Unit #2

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26 Alpha Rd, Unit 26 Alpha Rd, Dorchester Center

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10 Arbroth St, Unit 2

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60 Florida St, Unit 2

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68 Edson St, Unit 68 Edson Street
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187 Neponset Ave, Unit 2

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17 Argyle St, Unit 3

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4 Draper St, Unit 3

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443 Washington St

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74 Bailey St, Unit #69 - #305

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27 Allston St, Unit 74-1

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35A Harvard St, Unit #1

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149 Centre St, Unit 1

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187 Neponset Ave, Unit #2

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11 South Munroe Ter, Unit 2
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203 Westville St

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34 Edwin St, Unit #3

341 Gallivan Blvd, Unit 1

22 Allston St, Unit 1

142 Spencer St, Unit 2

62 Carruth St, Unit 2

44 Mora St, Unit 1

10 Arbroth St, Unit #2

24 Arcadia St, Unit Available 9/1 : 2bd/ 2bath in Dorchester

1850 Dorchester Ave, Unit 201
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876 Adams St, Unit 1

38 Colonial Ave, Unit Unit 1

2A Thane St, Unit 2

339 Adams St, Unit 1

47 Alicia Rd, Unit 1

113 Centre St, Unit 1

31 Train St

60 Roslin St

81 Ballou Ave

60 Florida St
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95 Florida St

81 Dakota St

59 Centre St

35 Torrey St

500 Talbot Ave

7 Samoset St

6 Ashmont Ct

63 Callender St

60 Florida St

15 Dunlap 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 | $2,497 | $2,030 | $3,332 |
| South Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,407 | $1,425 | $3,100 |
| South Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,800 | $2,200 | $3,700 |
| South Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,462 | $2,450 | $7,922 |
| South Dorchester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,880 | $3,200 | $5,000 |
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Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in South Dorchester
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Imprint | S7 | $2,280 |
| Adams Village | One Bedroom | $2,420 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Dorchester, Boston, MA
Ranked #47
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly South Dorchester Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in South Dorchester?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in South Dorchester is at 34 Edwin St, Unit #3 listed at $1,950.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly South Dorchester Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in South Dorchester is $3,333.
What is the largest Pet Friendly South Dorchester Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in South Dorchester is a 9,999 square feet unit starting from $1,950 at 34 Edwin St, Unit #3.
What is the average size for South Dorchester Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in South Dorchester is currently at 1,826 sq ft.
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