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| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester Studio Apartments | $2,720 | $1,450 | $8,447 |
| Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,305 | $840 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,121 | $1,301 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,195 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,739 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,942 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,883 | $900 | $10,000+ |
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Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Dorchester is at Nazing Court listed at $1,721.
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Dorchester is $3,305.
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Dorchester is a 1,010 square feet unit starting from $1,975 at Morton Village.
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Dorchester is currently 1,660 sq ft.
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