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Jackson Commons II
1542 Columbus AveRoxbury, MA 02119
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$1,500
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Egleston Crossing
3037 Washington StBoston, MA 02119
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Fairlawn Estates at the T
15 Bismarck StMattapan, MA 02126
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowStony Brook Village
150 Clare AveBoston, MA 02136
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1943 DOT Ave
1943 Dorchester AveDorchester, MA 02124
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Cara
13 Shetland StRoxbury, MA 02119
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Gamma North Quincy
95 W Squantum StQuincy, MA 02171
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now58 Greendale Rd
58 Greendale RdMattapan, MA 02126
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Adams Village
725 Adams StDorchester, MA 02122
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1 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityCanterbury Place
950 Canterbury StRoslindale, MA 02131
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224-236 SEAVER StBoston, MA 02121
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Dorchester Center, MA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dorchester Center?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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| Dorchester Center Studio Apartments | $2,345 | $1,500 | $3,125 |
| Dorchester Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,658 | $1,093 | $3,373 |
| Dorchester Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,376 | $1,301 | $4,330 |
| Dorchester Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,355 | $1,495 | $5,500 |
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Cheapest Available Dorchester Center Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Dorchester Center, MA is a 2 Beds unit found at Jackson Commons II in the Roxbury neighborhood priced from $1,301. Fairlawn Estates at the T in the Brush Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,751. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dorchester Center apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Jackson Commons II | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,301 |
| Fairlawn Estates at the T | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,751 |
| Stony Brook Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,777 |
| 1943 DOT Ave | Studio Plus with Multiwall | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| Gamma North Quincy | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dorchester Center, MA and Nearby
As of January 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dorchester Center area is the $3.18 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at 19 Chase St in the in the Columbia Point neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Dorchester Center apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at Jackson Commons II starting at $1,301 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Roxbury neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dorchester Center apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 19 Chase St | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $3.18 |
| Jackson Commons II | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| The Cara | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.92 |
| 3193 Washington St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.22 |
| One Newport | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.19 |
| David @ 775 | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| 85 Tennis | Spacious 2 bedrooms in Mattapan! | 2BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| 480 Norfolk | Commuter's Dream! Discover our 2 bedroom apartm... | 2BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| Baker Chocolate Factory | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| 58 Greendale Rd | one bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dorchester Center Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Dorchester Center?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Dorchester Center is at 1943 DOT Ave listed at $1,995.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dorchester Center Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dorchester Center Apartment is $1,751 at Fairlawn Estates at the T.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dorchester Center Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dorchester Center is starting from $1,301 at Jackson Commons II.
What is the most affordable Dorchester Center Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dorchester Center Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 19 Chase St and starts from $3,500.
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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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