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Phillips Brooks
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Phillips Brooks

5 Perth StDorchester, MA 02121
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The Meeting House
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233 Hancock StDorchester, MA 02125
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80 Richmond StDorchester, MA 02124
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18 Perrin St

BostonMA02119

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86 Marine Rd

BostonMA02127

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Dorchester, MA

Pricing Updated: 07/31/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Dorchester, MA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Dorchester Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Jones Hill$5,000$87566
Columbia Point$6,000$750654
Uphams Corner$6,000$750186

Cheapest Available Dorchester Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Dorchester, MA is a 4 Beds unit found at 7INK in the Financial District neighborhood priced from $1,510. Boylston St, 40 in the Financial District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,517. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dorchester apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
7INKCambria4BR,2BA$1,510
Boylston St, 401 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,517
The Muse1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,700
35 @ EightSixtyStudio - Income-BasedStudio,1BA$1,713

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, MA

As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dorchester area is the $0.21 price per square foot 307 Beacon St Model at 307 Beacon St, Unit 8 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,050. The second greatest value Dorchester apartment is the 58 S Russell St Model at 58 S Russell St, Unit 2 starting at $2,000 with a $0.20 price per square foot in the Financial District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dorchester apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
307 Beacon St, Unit 8307 Beacon StStudio ,1BA$0.21
58 S Russell St, Unit 258 S Russell StStudio ,1BA$0.20
126 Warren St, Unit 8126 Warren StStudio ,1BA$0.18
43 Anderson St, Unit 843 Anderson StStudio ,1BA$0.20
2 Lansdowne St, Unit 342 Lansdowne StStudio ,1BA$0.20
58 Anderson St, Unit 258 Anderson StStudio ,1BA$0.20
69 S Huntington Ave, Unit 53-30169 S Huntington AveStudio ,1BA$0.17
69 S Huntington Ave, Unit 53-30169 S Huntington AveStudio ,1BA$0.17
135 Washington St, Unit 4135 Washington StStudio ,1BA$0.21
487 E Broadway, Unit #4487 E Broadway1BR,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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Getting Around Dorchester, MA

Walk Score®

81 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

65 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

68 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dorchester Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Dorchester?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Dorchester is at 35 @ EightSixty listed at $1,713.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dorchester Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dorchester Apartment is $1,517 at Boylston St, 40.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dorchester Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dorchester is starting from $1,950 at The Muse.

What is the most affordable Dorchester Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Dorchester Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Nazing Court and starts from $2,343.

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