
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the South Dorchester Neighborhood of Boston, MA (110 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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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Dorchester?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Dorchester Studio Apartments | $2,663 | $1,659 | $6,354 |
South Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,063 | $930 | $8,777 |
South Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,549 | $2,200 | $7,822 |
South Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,300 | $1,250 | $6,500 |
South Dorchester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,411 | $850 | $5,000 |
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Most Pet Friendly South Dorchester Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the South Dorchester area of Boston, MA that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is Meriel Marina Bay with prices starting from $3,057 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. Neponset Landing scores the second highest with a 3.8 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $2,366. Here are the most Pet Friendly South Dorchester apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
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Meriel Marina Bay | 4/4 | Marina Bay | $3,057 |
Neponset Landing | 3.8/4 | Marina Bay | $2,366 |
3200 Washington | 3.4/4 | Egleston Square | $2,499 |
The Frances at Ashmont Flats | 3.2/4 | Ashmont | $2,200 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in South Dorchester
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the South Dorchester of South Dorchester is the 12 Model at The Frances at Ashmont Flats, which is a Studio unit starting from $2,200. The second cheapest South Dorchester Pet Friendly apartment is the A1 1 Bed unit at Neponset Landing starting at $2,366. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly South Dorchester apartments:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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The Frances at Ashmont Flats | 12 | $2,200 |
Neponset Landing | A1 | $2,366 |
Peninsula Apartments | Current | $2,636 |
One Newport | One Bedroom | $2,700 |
3200 Washington | One Bedroom | $2,799 |
Meriel Marina Bay | 1 Bed 1 Bath-A8 | $3,057 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Dorchester, Boston, MA
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Among neighborhoods in Boston, MA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet 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 Baker Chocolate Factory listed at $1,659.
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 $3,259.
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 $3,650 at 81 Ballou Ave.
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 2,535 sq ft.
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