
Gated Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, MA (117 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in Dorchester that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


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Dot Block

Viv Boston

Dorset Square Residences

Memento on Talbot

Bedrock Geneva

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Harbor Point

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The Longwood

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Imprint

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Van Ness
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The Bon

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95 Saint

The Cara

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1410 Columbia

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The Faraday

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Skyline Terrace Apartments

Neponset Landing

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Velo Forest Hills Apartments

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The Smith

One India Street Apartments
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South Standard

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The Brynx

Aera

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J VUE at the LMA

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Watermark Seaport

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James and Harrison Court

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West Square Apartments

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Park Lane Seaport

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Fenway Triangle

Flats on Broad
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The Residences on Broadway

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MetroMark

The Greenhouse Apartments

7INK

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125 WARREN

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The Alyx

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Metro Marina Bay

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Gables Seaport

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Gamma North Quincy

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Pierce Boston
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Troy Boston

12 Commonwealth

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One Greenway

Ink Block

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Flats on D

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1330 Boylston

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Bell Olmsted Park

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Girard

250 Centre

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212 Stuart
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester Studio Apartments | $2,826 | $1,500 | $8,447 |
| Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,419 | $860 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,207 | $1,301 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,310 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,921 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,328 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,184 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Dorchester Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Dorchester?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Dorchester is at 67 Stanley St, Unit Stanley street listed at $1,000.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Dorchester Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Dorchester is $4,006.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Dorchester Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Dorchester is a 10,000 square feet unit starting from $2,495 at 160 Ipswich St, Unit 5.
What is the average size for Dorchester Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Dorchester is currently at 3,718 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.