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| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester Studio Apartments | $2,704 | $1,400 | $9,800 |
| Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,195 | $920 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,821 | $1,301 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,342 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,621 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,331 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 6 Bedroom Apartments | $9,087 | $5,550 | $10,000+ |
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Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Dorchester is at Jackson Commons II listed at $1,301.
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Dorchester is $3,821.
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Dorchester is a 9,999 square feet unit starting from $4,000 at Liberty Tree Lofts by FiDi.
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Dorchester is currently 3,038 sq ft.
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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.
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