
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, MA Under $2,000 (82 Rentals)


80 Richmond St.

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Phillips Brooks

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36 Emerson St

Stony Brook Village

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Burbank Terrace

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Jackson Commons II

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Elmwood Park

302 Newbury St

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26 Wilmore St, Unit B1

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900 Huntington Ave, Unit 8

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34 Edwin St, Unit #3

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69 S Huntington Ave, Unit 8

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81 S Huntington Ave, Unit 2

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2 Wait St, Unit 1R
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43 Parkton Rd

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47 Alicia Rd, Unit 2

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412 Talbot Ave, Unit Apt 1R

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390 Riverway, Unit 12

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Furnished Private Bedroom in South Boston

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Furnished Private Bedroom in South Boston

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Furnished Private Bedroom in South Boston

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Furnished Private Bedroom in South Boston

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110 Greenbrier St

110 Greenbrier St
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121 Centre St, Unit 4

66 Brook St, Unit 2

66 Brook St, Unit 1

233 Centre St, Unit 2

9 Cardington St, Unit 2

15 Pinedale Rd

276 Fayette St

16 Magazine St

27 Elmwood Park

28 Russell St
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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 | $2,794 | $1,450 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,385 | $860 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,204 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,257 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,866 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,048 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,076 | $4,000 | $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 $3,385.
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 1,729 sq ft.
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