
Apartments for Rent in the South Dorchester Neighborhood of Boston, MA Under $2,000 (23 Rentals)


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34 Edwin St, Unit #3, Unit #3

233 Centre St, Unit 2

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit B

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit B

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit D

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home, Unit A
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Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home, Unit B

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit D

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit D

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit C

90 Lyndhurst St

6 Rowley St

1943 Dorchester Ave
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4 Westville St, Unit r, Unit r

78 Houghton St, Unit 2, Unit 2

Latin Academy I

Treadmark 2.0

The Levedo Building

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1943 DOT Ave

80 Richmond St.
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Dorchester?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Dorchester Studio Apartments | $2,509 | $1,995 | $3,335 |
| South Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,451 | $1,600 | $3,100 |
| South Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,773 | $2,200 | $3,700 |
| South Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,405 | $2,450 | $7,922 |
| South Dorchester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,891 | $3,200 | $5,000 |
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3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about South Dorchester
How much are Studio apartments in South Dorchester?
There are currently 108 Studio Apartments in South Dorchester with rent ranges from $1,995 to $3,335 with an average price of $2,509.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom South Dorchester Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in South Dorchester ranges from $1,600 to $3,100 with an average monthly rent of $2,451.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in South Dorchester cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in South Dorchester range from $2,200 to $3,700. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,773.
How expensive are South Dorchester Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 78 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in South Dorchester on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,450 to $7,922 - averaging $3,405 for the location.
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