
Top Rated Luxury Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, MA (127 Rentals)
Top Rated Apartments in Dorchester.
Higher End Luxurious Apartments in Dorchester.


Dot Block

Columbia Flats

Schoolhouse at Lower Mills

Garrison Square
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100 Pier 4

95 Saint

The Frances at Ashmont Flats

Idyl

1410 Columbia

Serenity

Village At Brookline
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Pierce Boston

Meriel Marina Bay

J VUE at the LMA

James and Harrison Court

Peninsula Apartments

One Greenway

Van Ness

West Square Apartments
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Park Lane Seaport

The Melnea Residences

South Standard

The Brynx

The Harlo

Watermark Seaport

The Tremont
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660 Washington

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MetroMark

3200 Washington

The Residences on Broadway

125 WARREN

VIA Seaport Residences

Rozzie
Dorchester, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dorchester?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Dorchester Studio Apartments | $2,722 | $1,585 | $10,000+ |
Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,304 | $930 | $10,000+ |
Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,879 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,258 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
Dorchester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,126 | $520 | $10,000+ |
Dorchester 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,130 | $875 | $10,000+ |
Dorchester 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,894 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
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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 Dorchester
How much are Studio apartments in Dorchester?
There are currently 942 Studio Apartments in Dorchester with rent ranges from $1,517 to $20,000 with an average price of $5,039.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Dorchester Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Dorchester ranges from $930 to $20,144 with an average monthly rent of $3,304.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Dorchester cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Dorchester range from $1,250 to $29,913. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,879.
How expensive are Dorchester Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 2,548 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Dorchester on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,025 to $28,200 - averaging $4,258 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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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Written by: Marie Brown
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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Written by: Sandy Baker
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