
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the South Dorchester Neighborhood of Boston, MA (90 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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9 Waldeck St, Unit 9 Waldeck Street

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64 Florida St, Unit 3

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76 Westmoreland St, Unit #2

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34 Edwin St, Unit #3

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443 Washington St, Unit 201

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510 Talbot Ave, Unit 3

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147 Wrentham St

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11 South Munroe Ter, Unit 2
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28 Ripley Rd, Unit 3

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203 Westville St

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66 Norfolk St, Unit 3

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518 Park St, Unit 2

22 Allston St, Unit 1

142 Spencer St, Unit 2

60 Gibson St, Unit #308

62 Carruth St, Unit 2

23 Elm St, Unit #1

548 Washington St, Unit 1
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44 Mora St, Unit 1

1850 Dorchester Ave, Unit 201

23 Bowdoin Ave, Unit 23 Bowdoin Ave #2

876 Adams St, Unit 1

2A Thane St, Unit 2

339 Adams St, Unit 1

75 Park St, Unit 1

47 Alicia Rd, Unit 1

113 Centre St, Unit 1

31 Train St
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46-48 Fuller Street, Unit 46 - 3

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79 Topliff St, Unit 2

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49 Rosedale St, Unit 2

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46-48 Fuller Street, Unit 48 - 1

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49 Rosedale St, Unit 3

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28 Arcadia St, Unit 2L

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26 Arcadia St, Unit 1L

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35 Dunlap St, Unit 2

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35 Dunlap St, Unit 1

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49 Rosedale St, Unit 1
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35 Dunlap St, Unit 3

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30 Arcadia St, Unit 2R

16 St Marks Rd, Unit 3

43 Withington St, Unit 4

81 Ballou Ave, Unit 1

81 Ballou Ave, Unit 4

34 Wentworth St

10 Branton St

472 Talbot Ave

20-22 Spaulding 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 | $2,416 | $2,065 | $2,711 |
| South Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,376 | $860 | $3,817 |
| South Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,907 | $2,200 | $4,283 |
| South Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,278 | $2,400 | $5,500 |
| South Dorchester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,839 | $3,000 | $5,000 |
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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 $2,065. The second cheapest South Dorchester Pet Friendly apartment is the S1 Studio unit at Imprint starting at $2,259. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly South Dorchester apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Adams Village | Studio | $2,065 |
| Imprint | S1 | $2,259 |
| Viv Boston | A14 | $2,448 |
| 1943 DOT Ave | Two Bedroom One Bath | $3,095 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Dorchester, Boston, MA
Ranked #33
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 $1,850.
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 $3,244.
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 $1,850 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 1,940 sq ft.
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