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| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester Studio Apartments | $2,675 | $1,500 | $9,800 |
| Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,238 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,867 | $1,301 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,432 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,664 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,295 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 6 Bedroom Apartments | $9,036 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
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Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Dorchester is at Boylston St, 40 listed at $1,517.
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Dorchester is $3,238.
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Dorchester is a square feet unit at .
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Dorchester is currently 2,513 sq ft.
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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.
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.
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.
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!
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