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8 McKone St, Unit 1

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18 Brent St, Unit 2

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117 Park St, Unit 3

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South Dorchester, Boston, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Dorchester Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Dorchester area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at 1943 DOT Ave priced from $2,175. The Frances at Ashmont Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here are the most affordable South Dorchester apartments for rent in Boston, MA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1943 DOT AveStudioStudio,1BA$2,175
The Frances at Ashmont Flats12Studio,1BA$2,200
1700 Dorchester Ave1K1BR,1BA$2,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Dorchester, MA

As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Dorchester area is the $0.32 price per square foot 230 Fuller St Model at 230 Fuller St, Unit A in the in the South Dorchester neighborhood starting from $3,150. The second greatest value South Dorchester apartment is the 11 Saint Marks Rd Model at 11 Saint Marks Rd, Unit 3 starting at $2,800 with a $0.28 price per square foot in the South Dorchester neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Dorchester apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
230 Fuller St, Unit A230 Fuller St4BR,2BA$0.32
11 Saint Marks Rd, Unit 311 Saint Marks Rd3BR,1BA$0.28
876 Adams St, Unit 3876 Adams St3BR,1BA$0.34
16 Victory Rd, Unit 116 Victory Rd2BR,1BA$0.22
114 Greenbrier St, Unit #1114 Greenbrier St4BR,1BA$0.32
876 Adams St, Unit #1876 Adams St3BR,1.5BA$0.34
62 Carruth St, Unit 262 Carruth St3BR,1BA$0.29
366 Centre St, Unit 3366 Centre St3BR,1BA$0.29
505 Washington St, Unit 3505 Washington St3BR,1BA$0.32
62 Carruth St, Unit #262 Carruth St3BR,1BA$0.29

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Dorchester

What type of rentals are currently available in South Dorchester?

There are currently 408 Apartments for Rent in South Dorchester, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $6,800. There are also 261 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Dorchester ranging from $1,850 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 $1,850 to $7,900 with an average monthly rent of $3,582.

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 $1,300 to $5,200, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,700 to $7,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,025.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA

Written by: Amelia Ramstead

Boston is known for its exciting combination of early American history and modern high-tech universities and employers.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

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