
New 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, MA (195 Rentals)


75 Willow

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Dot Block

Viv Boston

85 Pierce Ave

8 Banton St

Memento on Talbot

102-110 Savin Hill Ave

LIV Pleasant

Hearth at Four Corners
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21 Sudan St

959 Dorchester Ave

New Horizons Apartment

Four Corners Upper Washington

Flats on Savin

The M Dorchester

The Meeting House

Indigo Block Master Tenant

Columbia Flats

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Lyra
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The Bon

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The Harlo

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3200 Washington

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95 Saint

211 Green St

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The Faraday

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Serenity

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The Brynx

Ora Seaport
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Aera

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The Tremont

The Melnea Residences

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The Smith

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The Metlo

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South Standard

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Velo Forest Hills Apartments

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345 Harrison

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MetroMark

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125 WARREN
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3193 Washington Street

The Rozzie

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The Q

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The Alyx

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Gables Seaport

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The Andi

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Hub25

David @ 775

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Imprint

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The Laneway
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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 | $2,723 | $1,450 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,318 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,111 | $1,301 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,220 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,652 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,919 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,801 | $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 Nazing Court listed at $1,721.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Dorchester Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Dorchester is $3,318.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Dorchester Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Dorchester is a 1,052 square feet unit starting from $2,750 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 2,262 sq ft.
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