1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, MA (2,009 Rentals)

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$2,455
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 28

Adams Village

725 Adams StDorchester, MA 02122
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$3,040 - $3,260
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$2,605 - $4,055

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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 13

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1205-1211 Dorchester AveDorchester, MA 02125
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80 Richmond St.
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80 Richmond St.

80 Richmond StDorchester, MA 02124
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5 Parkman St
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5 Parkman St

5 Parkman StDorchester, MA 02122
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90 Lyndhurst St
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90 Lyndhurst St

90 Lyndhurst StDorchester, MA 02124
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457 Adams St
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457 Adams St

457 Adams StDorchester, MA 02122
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Molloy
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Molloy

1120-1132 Washington StDorchester, MA 02124
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35 Melbourne St
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35 Melbourne St

35 Melbourne StDorchester, MA 02124
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Memento on Talbot
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Memento on Talbot

270 Talbot AveDorchester, MA 02124
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8 Banton St
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8 Banton St

8 Banton StDorchester, MA 02124
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310-314 Fuller St
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310-314 Fuller St

310-314 Fuller StDorchester, MA 02124
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230-263 Homestead St
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230-263 Homestead St

230-263 Homestead StDorchester, MA 02125
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29 High St
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29 High St

29 High StDorchester, MA 02122
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200 Washington St
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200 Washington St

200 Washington StDorchester, MA 02121
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LIV Pleasant
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LIV Pleasant

54 Pleasant StDorchester, MA 02125
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123 Hutchings St
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123 Hutchings St

123 Hutchings StDorchester, MA 02121
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24 Howell St
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24 Howell St

24 Howell StDorchester, MA 02125
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116 Homestead St
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116 Homestead St

116 Homestead StDorchester, MA 02121

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682 Blue Hill Ave
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682 Blue Hill Ave

682 Blue Hill AveDorchester, MA 02121
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24 Seaver St
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24 Seaver St

24 Seaver StDorchester, MA 02121
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130-150 Homestead St
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130-150 Homestead St

130-150 Homestead StDorchester, MA 02121
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67 Crawford St
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67 Crawford St

67 Crawford StDorchester, MA 02121
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Quincy Geneva
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Quincy Geneva

59 Devon StDorchester, MA 02121
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15 Pasadena Rd
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15 Pasadena Rd

15 Pasadena RdDorchester, MA 02121

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Bedrock Geneva
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Bedrock Geneva

185-191 Geneva AveDorchester, MA 02121
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289 Hancock St
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289 Hancock St

289 Hancock StDorchester, MA 02125
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112 Adams St
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112 Adams St

112 Adams StDorchester, MA 02122
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159 Townsend St
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159 Townsend St

159 Townsend StDorchester, MA 02121
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359-365 Adams St
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359-365 Adams St

359-365 Adams StDorchester, MA 02122
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35 Bradshaw St
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35 Bradshaw St

35 Bradshaw StDorchester, MA 02121
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Columbia Crossing
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Columbia Crossing

568-572 Columbia Crossing RdDorchester, MA 02125
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Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: July 21, 2026

There are currently 89 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Dorchester, MA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,350 to $5,812. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Dorchester with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Columbia Point83$2,927$1,350
Uphams Corner5$1,700$1,350
Jones Hill1$3,040$1,700

Largest Available Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Dorchester, MA is found at The Rozzie in the Southern Mattapan neighborhood and is 948 square feet priced from $2,945. LUKA on the Common in the Financial District neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 922 square feet and currently listed start at $4,885. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Dorchester:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The RozzieA1ID948 Sq Ft$2,945
LUKA on the CommonA13 | 1 Bed | 1 Bath922 Sq Ft$4,885
127 St. Botolph Street1 Bedroom Apartment895 Sq Ft$4,150
The AndiH16895 Sq Ft$3,443
Neponset LandingA1AD876 Sq Ft$2,567
Piano Craft GuildOne Bedroom Loft w/ All Utilities Included750 Sq Ft$3,800
Schoolhouse at Lower Mills1 Bedroom749 Sq Ft$2,600
The Arlington1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom680 Sq Ft$4,255
West Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom Apartment630 Sq Ft$3,300
Fenway Triangle1 bedroom603 Sq Ft$3,685

Cheapest Available Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 21, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Dorchester, MA is the One Bedroom 60% Model starting from $1,675 at Burbank Terrace in the Kendall Square neighborhood. The second most affordable Dorchester 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at Nazing Court starting at $1,721 in the Roxbury neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Dorchester is currently $3,405. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Dorchester:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Burbank TerraceOne Bedroom 60%$1,675
Nazing Court1 Bedroom$1,721
125 WARREN1x1$1,900
Elmwood ParkOne Bed One Bath$1,995
498 NorfolkSpacious and Sunny 1 Bedroom$2,025
430 RiverBeautiful 1 Bedrooms in Mattapan Square!$2,100

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Dorchester Overview

If you are looking for a beautiful location with a lot of history to call home, then you may be interested in Dorchester, MA. Dorchester, MA is colloquially referred to as the ôDotö and is a Boston Neighborhood that spans approximately 6 miles. It is located in Boston, Massachusetts. This is a location that has a lot of history. Therefore, there are ample opportunities for people to explore not only Dorchester, MA but also Boston itself. If you are looking for apartments in Dorchester, MA, then take some time to learn more about this city. After this, rely on us to help you find your next Dorchester apartment.á

Why live in Dorchester, MA?

People love to live in Dorchester, MA for a variety of reasons. First, the weather is relatively temperate. With several distinct seasons, the weather will rotate throughout the year. Second, there is plenty to do in Dorchester, MA, as this is one of the most important neighborhoods in Boston. Finally, the food in Dorchester, MA is also delicious! There is something for everyone!á

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Dorchester Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Dorchester with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Dorchester is at Burbank Terrace listed at $1,675.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Dorchester Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Dorchester is $3,405.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Dorchester Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Dorchester is a 948 square feet unit starting from $2,945 at The Rozzie.

What is the average size for Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Dorchester is currently 2,168 sq ft.

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