
Gated 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, MA (240 Rentals)


75 Willow

21 Sudan St

Dorset Square Residences

Quincy Geneva

Memento on Talbot

Bedrock Geneva

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Harbor Point

Imprint

The Frances at Ashmont Flats
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Van Ness

The Bon

95 Saint

The Cara

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1410 Columbia

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The Faraday

Neponset Landing

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Skyline Terrace Apartments

One India Street Apartments

Aera
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J VUE at the LMA

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Watermark Seaport

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James and Harrison Court

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West Square Apartments

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Velo Forest Hills Apartments

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The Smith

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Flats on D

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Park Lane Seaport

The Longwood

MetroMark
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The Residences on Broadway

The Greenhouse Apartments

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125 WARREN

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Bell Olmsted Park

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Metro Marina Bay

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Gamma North Quincy

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The Alyx

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Gables Seaport

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South Standard

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The Brynx
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Pierce Boston

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Troy Boston

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12 Commonwealth

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One Greenway

Ink Block

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1330 Boylston

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Fenway Triangle

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Piano Craft Guild

David @ 775

Morton Village
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Dorchester, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dorchester?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester Studio Apartments | $2,782 | $1,500 | $9,473 |
| Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,330 | $890 | $9,793 |
| Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,035 | $1,301 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,367 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,118 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,587 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,509 | $3,900 | $10,000+ |
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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 21 Sudan St listed at $1,350.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Dorchester Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Dorchester is $3,330.
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 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 1,860 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
Written by: Robin Stewart
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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Written by: Lauren Harrington
I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.