1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, MA Under $2,400 (219 Rentals)

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Adams Village
$2,355
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$2,090 - $2,760
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$2,090 - $2,760
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Adams Village

725 Adams StDorchester, MA 02122
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6 Wainwright St, Unit Apt 3
$1,750
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$1,750
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$1,750
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6 Wainwright St, Unit Apt 3

6 Wainwright StDorchester, MA 02124
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80 Richmond St.
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80 Richmond St.

80 Richmond StDorchester, MA 02124
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Phillips Brooks
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Phillips Brooks

5 Perth StDorchester, MA 02121
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Harbor Point
$2,091 - $3,413
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$2,091 - $5,694
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$2,091 - $5,694
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Harbor Point

24 Oyster Bay RdBoston, MA 02125
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11 Tetlow
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$2,400
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$2,400 - $3,500
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$2,400 - $3,500
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 1, 2026

11 Tetlow

11 Tetlow StBoston, MA 02115
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Gamma North Quincy
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$2,125 - $2,350
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$2,000 - $2,650
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$2,000 - $2,650
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Gamma North Quincy

95 W Squantum StQuincy, MA 02171
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The Q
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$2,319 - $2,720
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$2,319 - $3,460
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$2,319 - $3,460
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The Q

200 Quarry Hills DrQuincy, MA 02169
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Quincy Commons
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$2,073 - $3,347
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$1,873 - $4,634
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$1,873 - $4,634
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Quincy Commons

1 Canton RdQuincy, MA 02171
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Jackson Commons II
$1,093
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$1,093 - $1,495
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$1,093 - $1,495
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Jackson Commons II

1542 Columbus AveRoxbury, MA 02119
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Fairlawn Estates at the T
$1,751 - $2,372
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$1,640 - $2,832
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$1,640 - $2,832
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Fairlawn Estates at the T

15 Bismarck StMattapan, MA 02126
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Elmwood Park
$1,995 - $2,200
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$1,995 - $2,450
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$1,995 - $2,450
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Elmwood Park

65-99 Elmwood ParkQuincy, MA 02170
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31 Fort Ave, Unit 2
$2,250
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$2,250
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$2,250
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31 Fort Ave, Unit 2

31 Fort AveBoston, MA 02119
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107-2 Atlantic St, Unit apt 1
$2,200
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$2,200
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$2,200
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Jan 18, 2026

107-2 Atlantic St, Unit apt 1

107-2 Atlantic StQuincy, MA 02171
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83 Essex St
$2,400
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$2,400
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$2,400
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83 Essex St

83 Essex StBoston, MA 02111
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176 W Springfield St, Unit 1
$2,400
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$2,400
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$2,400
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Feb 1, 2026

176 W Springfield St, Unit 1

176 W Springfield StBoston, MA 02118
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116 Riverway, Unit 2
$2,300
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$2,300
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$2,300
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116 Riverway, Unit 2

116 RiverwayBoston, MA 02215
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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 Fairlawn Estates at the T listed at $1,751.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Dorchester is $3,214.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Dorchester is a square feet unit at .

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Dorchester is currently 2,663 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

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Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!