
Low Income Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, MA (11 Rentals)


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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dorchester?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Dorchester Studio Apartments | $2,836 | $1,550 | $10,000+ |
Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,307 | $750 | $10,000+ |
Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,979 | $1,796 | $10,000+ |
Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,295 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
Dorchester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,225 | $1,170 | $10,000+ |
Dorchester 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,497 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
Dorchester 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,834 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
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Dorchester Overview
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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
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- 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 Low Income Dorchester Apartments
What is the Cheapest Low Income apartment in Dorchester?
Currently the most affordable Low Income Apartment in Dorchester is at 35 @ EightSixty listed at $1,713.
How much is the average rent for a Low Income Dorchester Apartment?
The average rent for a Low Income Apartment in Dorchester is $3,091.
What is the largest Low Income Dorchester Apartment for rent?
Today's Low Income apartment with the most square footage in Dorchester is a 1,730 square feet unit starting from $3,300 at Village At Brookline.
What is the average size for Dorchester Low Income Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Low Income rental in Dorchester is currently at 601 sq ft.
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