
Homes for Rent in South Dorchester Neighborhood of Boston, MA (252 Rentals)


1854 Dorchester Ave, Unit 202

140 Welles Ave, Unit 3

36 Melbourne St, Unit 2

59 Msgr Patrick J Lydon Way, Unit 210

96 Alban St, Unit 1

60 Alban St, Unit Albany st

9 Alban St, Unit 3

46 Semont Rd, Unit 3
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107 Wrentham St, Unit 2

10 King St, Unit 3

10 Centre Ave, Unit 5

12 Capen St, Unit 1

113 Centre St, Unit 1

25 Harley St, Unit 2

25 Harley St, Unit 1

90 Centre St, Unit 600

59 Centre St, Unit PH

24 Glenrose Rd, Unit 1
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110 Lonsdale St, Unit 2

394 Ashmont St, Unit 2

4 Remington St, Unit 14

80 Beaumont St, Unit 204

19 Fuller St, Unit 3

1973 Dorchester Ave, Unit 61

34 King St, Unit 2

18 Brent St, Unit 2

40 King St, Unit 2

666 Washington St, Unit #2313

6 Clematis St, Unit Calumet St
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6 Clematis St, Unit 3

74 Kenwood St, Unit 1

7 Westglow St, Unit 7

27 Allston St, Unit #6

651 Washington St

46 Fuller St, Unit 1

62 Carruth St, Unit 2

9 Frederika St, Unit 3

48 Fuller St, Unit 3
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637 Washington St

703 Washington St

63 Whitten St, Unit 2

15 Penhallow St, Unit 2

25 Bailey St, Unit 1

26 Verdun St, Unit 2

576 Washington St, Unit Washington S

8 Kenwood St, Unit 10

68 Whitten St, Unit 2

52 Withington St, Unit 8

12 Becket St, Unit 1
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South Dorchester, Boston, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in South Dorchester?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
South Dorchester 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,040 | $2,300 | $5,800 |
South Dorchester 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,255 | $1,310 | $7,900 |
South Dorchester 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,905 | $1,080 | $6,700 |
South Dorchester 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,050 | $4,400 | $6,000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about South Dorchester
What type of rentals are currently available in South Dorchester?
There are currently 423 Apartments for Rent in South Dorchester, MA with pricing that ranges from $750 to $6,800. There are also 252 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Dorchester ranging from $1,000 to $7,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Dorchester?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Dorchester ranges from $1,000 to $7,900 with an average monthly rent of $3,510.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Dorchester?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Dorchester range from $2,600 to $6,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,310 to $7,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,080 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,150.
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