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Jackson Commons II
1542 Columbus AveRoxbury, MA 02119
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17 Berkshire St
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21 Sudan StDorchester, MA 02125
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Egleston Crossing
3037 Washington StBoston, MA 02119
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Nazing Court
224-236 SEAVER StBoston, MA 02121
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1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityRoxbury Hills
123A Hutchings StBoston, MA 02121
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950 Canterbury StRoslindale, MA 02131
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Adams Village
725 Adams StDorchester, MA 02122
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1943 DOT Ave
1943 Dorchester AveDorchester, MA 02124
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15 Argyle TerDorchester, MA 02124
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13 Shetland StRoxbury, MA 02119
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MetroMark
3593-3615 Washington StJamaica Plain, MA 02130
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Harbor Point
24 Oyster Bay RdBoston, MA 02125
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Frances at Ashmont Flats
1970 Dorchester AveBoston, MA 02124
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The Andi
4 Lucy StBoston, MA 02125
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Fairlawn Estates at the T
15 Bismarck StMattapan, MA 02126
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Gamma North Quincy
95 W Squantum StQuincy, MA 02171
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1700 Dorchester Ave
1700 Dorchester AveBoston, MA 02122
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401 Mount Vernon StBoston, MA 02125
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25 Morrissey BlvdBoston, MA 02125
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1200-1220 Adams StDorchester, MA 02124
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Presidential Point
33 Newport AveQuincy, MA 02171
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545 Centre StJamaica Plain, MA 02130
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2 Hancock StQuincy, MA 02171
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3200 Washington
3200 Washington StBoston, MA 02130
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250 Centre StBoston, MA 02119
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85 Tennis RdBoston, MA 02126
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40 River StDorchester, MA 02126
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Dot Block
1205-1211 Dorchester AveDorchester, MA 02125
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1 Newport AveQuincy, MA 02171
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available May 1211 Green St
211 Green StJamaica Plain, MA 02130
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51 Colonial AveDorchester, MA 02124
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowDavid @ 775
775 Morton StMattapan, MA 02126
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734 Dudley StDorchester, MA 02125
55 Coleman St
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58 Greendale Rd
58 Greendale RdMattapan, MA 02126
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480 Norfolk
480-498 Norfolk StMattapan, MA 02126
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289 Walk Hill StRoslindale, MA 02131
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500 Talbot AveDorchester, MA 02124
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720 River StMattapan, MA 02126
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Fordham Court
218-230 South StJamaica Plain, MA 02130
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12 Ashland St
12 Ashland StBoston, MA 02122
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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 | $2,401 | $1,500 | $3,080 |
| Dorchester Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,579 | $1,093 | $3,400 |
| Dorchester Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,395 | $1,301 | $8,344 |
| Dorchester Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,272 | $1,495 | $6,000 |
| Dorchester Center 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,200 | $3,200 | $3,200 |
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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. 21 Sudan St in the Columbia Point neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,350. 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 |
| 21 Sudan St | Shared Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Nazing Court | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,609 |
| 480 Norfolk | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| 1943 DOT Ave | Studio Plus with Multiwall | Studio,1BA | $2,120 |
| Dorset Square Residences | A15-A4 | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| MetroMark | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,163 |
| Harbor Point | 1 Bedroom Midrise | 1BR,1BA | $2,164 |
| The Andi | G2 | Studio,1BA | $2,205 |
| Fairlawn Estates at the T | S2 - Workforce Housing 80% - Income Restrictions | Studio,1BA | $2,219 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dorchester Center, MA and Nearby
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dorchester Center area is the $1.25 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at Jackson Commons II in the in the Roxbury neighborhood starting from $1,301. The second greatest value Dorchester Center apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at 51 Colonial Ave starting at $2,750 with a $2.75 price per square foot in the South Dorchester 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson Commons II | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 51 Colonial Ave | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| David @ 775 | 6 | 2BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| 85 Tennis | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| 480 Norfolk | Commuter's Dream! Discover our 2 bedroom apartm... | 2BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| One Newport | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| Adams Village | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.40 |
| The Frances at Ashmont Flats | 11 | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| Schoolhouse at Lower Mills | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| Gamma North Quincy | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
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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 Nazing Court listed at $1,609.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dorchester Center Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dorchester Center Apartment is $1,350 at 21 Sudan St.
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 New Horizons Apartment and starts from $3,600.
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