
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the South Dorchester Neighborhood of Boston, MA (62 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the South Dorchester area of Boston that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


The Frances at Ashmont Flats

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1700 Dorchester Ave

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45 Houghton St, Unit 2

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105 Bloomfield St, Unit #1

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235 Norfolk St, Unit 3

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60 Florida St, Unit 2

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112 Park St, Unit 43

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110 Park St, Unit 6

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547 Washington St, Unit 6B
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187 Neponset Ave, Unit 2

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17 Argyle St, Unit 3

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518 Park St, Unit 2

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4 Draper St, Unit 3

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48 Mora St, Unit #2

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203 Westville St, Unit #2

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76 Westmoreland St, Unit #2

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703 Washington St, Unit 2

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443 Washington St

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703 Washington St, Unit 1
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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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147 Wrentham St

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149 Centre St, Unit 1

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11 South Munroe Ter, Unit 2

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77 King St, Unit 1

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230 Fuller St

9 Harley St

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31 Train St
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780 Morrissey Blvd

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780 Morrissey Blvd

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780 Morrissey Blvd

6 Ashmont Ct

63 Callender St

32 Norwood St

59 Centre St

60 Florida St

1052 Washington St

8 Kenwood St
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89 Woodrow Ave

120 Fuller St

500 Talbot Ave

832 Washington St

15 Dunlap St

108 Wilmington Ave

34 Wentworth St

51 Alpha Rd

73 Charles St

95 Florida 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 | $2,305 | $1,995 | $3,020 |
| South Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,501 | $750 | $3,960 |
| South Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,764 | $2,200 | $3,750 |
| South Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,392 | $2,400 | $7,922 |
| South Dorchester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,854 | $3,000 | $5,200 |
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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 Studio Model at Adams Village, which is a Studio unit starting from $2,030. The second cheapest South Dorchester Pet Friendly apartment is the A15-A4 1 Bed unit at Dorset Square Residences starting at $2,150. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly South Dorchester apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Adams Village | Studio | $2,030 |
| Dorset Square Residences | A15-A4 | $2,150 |
| Imprint | S8 | $2,225 |
| 1700 Dorchester Ave | 405 | $2,325 |
| The Frances at Ashmont Flats | 11 | $2,600 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Dorchester, Boston, MA
Ranked #51
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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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 108 Wilmington Ave listed at $1,300.
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 $3,165.
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 $2,600 at 547 Washington St, Unit 6B.
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 2,225 sq ft.
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