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15 Argyle TerDorchester, MA 02124
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Talbot Bernard Homes
112-114 Bernard StDorchester, MA 02124
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New Girls Latin Academy
45 Centre StDorchester, MA 02124
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21 Sudan St
21 Sudan StDorchester, MA 02125
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Indigo Block Master Tenant
65 E Cottage StDorchester, MA 02125
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Phillips Brooks
5 Perth StDorchester, MA 02121
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The Meeting House
233 Hancock StDorchester, MA 02125
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80 Richmond St.
80 Richmond StDorchester, MA 02124
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110 Greenbrier St
110 Greenbrier StBoston, MA 02124
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110 Greenbrier St
110 Greenbrier StBoston, MA 02124
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43 Gleason St, Unit 2
43 Gleason StBoston, MA 02121
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11 Glade Ave
11 Glade AveBoston, MA 02130
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89 Cedar St, Unit 3
89 Cedar StBoston, MA 02119
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114 Thornton St, Unit 3
114 Thornton StBoston, MA 02119
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9 Cardington St, Unit 2
9 Cardington StBoston, MA 02119
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Jackson Commons II
1542 Columbus AveRoxbury, MA 02119
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67 Stanley St, Unit 1
67 Stanley StBoston, MA 02125
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9 Landor Rd, Unit 9 Landor
9 Landor RdBoston, MA 02126
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40 Forest St
40 Forest StBoston, MA 02119
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66 Brook St, Unit 1
66 Brook StQuincy, MA 02170
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136 Homestead St
BostonMA02121
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43 Iffley Rd, Unit 1
43 Iffley RdBoston, MA 02130
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7 Carolina Ave, Unit 3
7 Carolina AveBoston, MA 02130
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805 Blue Hill Ave, Unit 1
805 Blue Hill AveBoston, MA 02124
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27 Woodward St, Unit 3
27 Woodward StBoston, MA 02127
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43 Parkton Rd
43 Parkton RdBoston, MA 02130
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7 Carolina St, Unit 3C
7 Carolina StBoston, MA 02130
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35 Boylston St
35 Boylston StBoston, MA 02130
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135 Cedar St, Unit 135Cedar
135 Cedar StBoston, MA 02119
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123A Hutchings StBoston, MA 02121
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12 Oswald St
12 Oswald StBoston, MA 02120
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148 Hillside St
148 Hillside StBoston, MA 02120
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10 Bellflower St
10 Bellflower StBoston, MA 02125
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143 Hillside St, Unit 1
143 Hillside StBoston, MA 02120
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22 Boynton St, Unit 1
22 Boynton StBoston, MA 02130
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174 Saint Alphonsus St
174 Saint Alphonsus StBoston, MA 02120
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148 Hillside St
148 Hillside StBoston, MA 02120
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12 Oswald St
12 Oswald StBoston, MA 02120
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848 Huntington Ave
848 Huntington AveBoston, MA 02115
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59 Calumet St, Unit 3
59 Calumet StBoston, MA 02120
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47 Alicia Rd, Unit 2
47 Alicia RdBoston, MA 02124
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55 S Huntington Ave, Unit B2
55 S Huntington AveBoston, MA 02130
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90 Kent St, Unit #2
90 Kent StBrookline, MA 02445
124 Bowdoin St
BostonMA02108
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66 Brook St, Unit 2
66 Brook StQuincy, MA 02170
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Egleston Crossing
3037 Washington StBoston, MA 02119
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1 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability36 Emerson St
36 Emerson StSouth Boston, MA 02127
114 Pleasant St
BostonMA02125
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Nazing Court
224-236 SEAVER StBoston, MA 02121
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51 S Huntington Ave, Unit B1
51 S Huntington AveBoston, MA 02130
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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 |
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| Cheap Dorchester Studio Apartments | $2,728 | $1,450 | $9,294 |
| Cheap Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,305 | $840 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,131 | $1,301 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,220 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Dorchester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,757 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,916 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,926 | $900 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Dorchester, MA
Pricing Updated: 08/17/2026Current apartment rentals in the Dorchester, MA area range in price from $1,100 to $15,782 with an overall median price of $3,360. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Dorchester Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Uphams Corner | $3,300 | $1,100 | 288 |
| Columbia Point | $3,400 | $1,100 | 395 |
| Jones Hill | $3,402 | $1,600 | 30 |
Cheapest Available Dorchester Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Dorchester, MA is a 2 Beds unit found at Jackson Commons II in the Roxbury neighborhood priced from $1,301. Roxbury Apartments in the Jamaica Central neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,510. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dorchester apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Jackson Commons II | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,301 |
| Roxbury Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,510 |
| New Castle Court | Newcastle | Studio,1BA | $1,662 |
| Nazing Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,721 |
| 35 @ EightSixty | Studio - Income-Based | Studio,1BA | $1,737 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, MA
As of August 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dorchester area is the $0.22 price per square foot 15 Worthington St Model at 15 Worthington St, Unit 4 in the in the West Fens neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Dorchester apartment is the 105 Jersey St Model at 105 Jersey St, Unit 5 starting at $1,950 with a $0.20 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dorchester apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 15 Worthington St, Unit 4 | 15 Worthington St | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 105 Jersey St, Unit 5 | 105 Jersey St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 26 Taft St | 26 Taft St | 3BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 16 Victory Rd, Unit 1 | 16 Victory Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.22 |
| 81 Saint Botolph St, Unit 1 | 81 Saint Botolph St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 50 S Russell St | 50 S Russell St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 30 Peterborough St, Unit D | 30 Peterborough St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 58 S Russell St, Unit 2 | 58 S Russell St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 120 Washington St, Unit 5 | 120 Washington St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 51 Delle Ave, Unit 1 | 51 Delle Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
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Dorchester Overview
If you are looking for a beautiful location with a lot of history to call home, then you may be interested in Dorchester, MA. Dorchester, MA is colloquially referred to as the ôDotö and is a Boston Neighborhood that spans approximately 6 miles. It is located in Boston, Massachusetts. This is a location that has a lot of history. Therefore, there are ample opportunities for people to explore not only Dorchester, MA but also Boston itself. If you are looking for apartments in Dorchester, MA, then take some time to learn more about this city. After this, rely on us to help you find your next Dorchester apartment.á
Why live in Dorchester, MA?
People love to live in Dorchester, MA for a variety of reasons. First, the weather is relatively temperate. With several distinct seasons, the weather will rotate throughout the year. Second, there is plenty to do in Dorchester, MA, as this is one of the most important neighborhoods in Boston. Finally, the food in Dorchester, MA is also delicious! There is something for everyone!á
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dorchester Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Dorchester?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Dorchester is under $1,737.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Dorchester?
The cheapest apartment in Dorchester is Nazing Court which is listed at $1,721, while the average apartment in Dorchester costs $3,360.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Dorchester?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 43 regular apartments in Dorchester that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Dorchester?
Cheap apartments in Dorchester have an average cost of $444 which is $2,916 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Dorchester.
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