
Senior 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, MA (56 Rentals)


Lower Mills Apartments

JJ Meade

Geneva Avenue Elderly Housing

Holgate

Village At Brookline

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Metro Marina Bay

69 Park Dr

Franklin Park Villa

O'Connor Way Elderly Housing
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Saint Cecilia's House

Rockland Street Elderly Housing

Mattapan Center For Life

Park Street Congregate Housing

The Moorings at Squantum Gardens

The Foley Senior Residences (62 and Older)

Smith House

Wollaston Manor - Age 62+ or Disabled

Cardinal Medeiros Manor

Martin Luther King Towers
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Groveland

Symphony Plaza West

John Boyle O'Reilly Apartments

Kenmore Abbey

FiDi at Midtown

Adams Templeton Apartments

South Cove Apartments

Dudley Square

Keystone

Hemenway Apartments
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St. Botolph

Robert Fortes House

Eva White

Hassan

Savin Hill

Mason Place

Julia Martin House

Quincy Tower Apartments

Franklin Square House

South Boston Elderly Apartments
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Council Tower

Symphony Plaza East

Unquity House

Farnsworth House

The Stearns

Hong Lok House

Hampton House

Torre Unidad

Marcus Garvey Gardens Apartments

Waterview Apartments
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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 | $2,582 | $868 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,221 | $750 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,909 | $1,301 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,450 | $890 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,430 | $1,444 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,956 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,704 | $5,400 | $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 $3,221.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Dorchester Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Dorchester is a 1,330 square feet unit starting from $7,500 at The Lofts at Atlantic Wharf.
What is the average size for Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Dorchester is currently 3,098 sq ft.
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips
What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.