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1 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityDorset Square Residences
15 Argyle TerDorchester, MA 02124
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, MA (177 Rentals)
Rental terms in Dorchester as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.
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$2,875
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowPresidential Point
33 Newport AveQuincy, MA 02171
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$2,550 - $4,850
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$2,550 - $4,850
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3200 Washington
3200 Washington StBoston, MA 02130
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$3,172 - $6,355
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$3,172 - $6,355
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100 Pier 4
100 Pier 4 BlvdBoston, MA 02210
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$2,793 - $7,372
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$2,781 - $7,360
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$2,793 - $7,372
345 Harrison
345 Harrison AveBoston, MA 02118
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$4,463 - $7,441
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$4,448 - $7,426
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$15
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$4,463 - $7,441
Garrison Square
32-32 Garrison StBoston, MA 02116
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$2,455 - $3,950
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Longwood
1575 Tremont StBoston, MA 02120
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$2,320 - $4,550
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$2,320 - $4,550
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Velo Forest Hills Apartments
3686 Washington StBoston, MA 02130
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$3,155 - $5,606
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowOne India Street Apartments
1 India StBoston, MA 02109
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$2,747 - $5,367
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$2,680 - $5,300
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Troy Boston
55 Traveler StBoston, MA 02118
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$2,150 - $3,400
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 162 on the Park
62 Boylston StBoston, MA 02116
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$3,052 - $6,563
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$3,052 - $6,563
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Flats on D
411 D StBoston, MA 02210
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$2,304 - $5,253
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$2,304 - $5,253
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MetroMark
3593-3615 Washington StJamaica Plain, MA 02130
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$1,900 - $3,200
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now125 WARREN
125 Warren StBoston, MA 02119
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$2,847 - $5,315
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$2,847 - $5,315
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The Residences on Broadway
50 W West B...Boston, MA 02127
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$3,155 - $5,835
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$3,025 - $5,705
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Girard
50 Malden StBoston, MA 02118
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$2,452 - $6,716
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$2,452 - $6,716
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The Abby
255 Hancock StQuincy, MA 02171
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$2,900 - $5,000
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowPiano Craft Guild
791 Tremont StBoston, MA 02118
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$2,450 - $4,000
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now250 Centre
250 Centre StBoston, MA 02119
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$1,936 - $4,296
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$1,936 - $4,296
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$1,936 - $4,296
Quincy Commons
1 Canton RdQuincy, MA 02171
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$2,950 - $5,600
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$2,950 - $5,600
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$2,950 - $5,600
Zero Athens
35 W 2nd StBoston, MA 02127
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$3,937 - $16,523
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$3,937 - $16,523
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$3,937 - $16,523
30 Dalton
30 Dalton StBoston, MA 02115
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$2,300 - $3,300
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowParker Hill Apartments
170 Parker Hill AveBoston, MA 02120
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$2,877 - $11,419
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$2,877 - $11,419
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Park Lane Seaport
1 Park LnBoston, MA 02210
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$3,402 - $7,297
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$3,402 - $7,297
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Devonshire
1 DevonshireBoston, MA 02109
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$1,517 - $3,200
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1 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityBoylston St, 40
40 Boylston StBoston, MA 02116
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$2,500 - $7,200
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLiberty Tree Lofts by FiDi
630 Washington StBoston, MA 02111
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$2,250 - $4,800
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now46 Westland Ave
46 Westland AveBoston, MA 02115
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$8,000
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$8,000
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$8,000
2 Louisburg Square
2 Louisburg SqBoston, MA 02108
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$3,195
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1 Bedroom Apartment Available Nov 4Total Monthly Price
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$2,840
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$355
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$3,195
320 D St, Unit FL2-ID189
320 D StBoston, MA 02127
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$2,350
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Studio Apartments Available Dec 14Total Monthly Price
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$1,990
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$360
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$2,350
49 Worthington St
49 Worthington StBoston, MA 02120
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$2,520
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Studio Apartments Available Dec 21Total Monthly Price
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$2,160
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$360
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$2,520
461 Massachusetts Ave
461 Massachusetts AveBoston, MA 02118
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$2,610
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Studio Apartments Available Sep 1, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$2,250
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$360
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$2,610
142 Dorchester St
142 Dorchester StBoston, MA 02127
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$2,740
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Studio Apartments Available Dec 24Total Monthly Price
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$2,380
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$360
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$2,740
461 Massachusetts Ave
461 Massachusetts AveBoston, MA 02118
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$2,770
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$2,410
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$360
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$2,770
49 Worthington St
49 Worthington StBoston, MA 02120
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$2,775
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$2,400
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$375
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$2,775
538 E Broadway
538 E BroadwayBoston, MA 02127
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$2,810
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$2,450
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$2,810
142 Dorchester St
142 Dorchester StBoston, MA 02127
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$2,825
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 15Total Monthly Price
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$2,470
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$355
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$2,825
85 Myrtle St
85 Myrtle StBoston, MA 02114
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$2,830
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 2031 Queensberry St
31 Queensberry StBoston, MA 02215
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$2,830
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$2,470
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$360
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$2,830
89 E Dedham St
89 E Dedham StBoston, MA 02118
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$2,865
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 23Total Monthly Price
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$2,510
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$355
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$2,865
320 D St
320 D StBoston, MA 02127
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$2,870
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Studio Apartments Available Dec 14Total Monthly Price
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$2,510
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$360
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$2,870
1260 Boylston St
1260 Boylston StBoston, MA 02215
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$2,930
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Studio Apartments Available Dec 13Total Monthly Price
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$2,570
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$360
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$2,930
300 Harrison Ave
300 Harrison AveBoston, MA 02118
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$2,945
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 16Total Monthly Price
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$2,570
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$375
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$2,945
345 Harrison Ave
345 Harrison AveBoston, MA 02118
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$2,955
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 10, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$2,580
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$375
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$2,955
538 E Broadway
538 E BroadwayBoston, MA 02127
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$2,590
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$375
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791 Tremont St
791 Tremont StBoston, MA 02118
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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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| Dorchester Short-term Studio Apartments | $2,723 | $1,400 | $7,337 |
| Dorchester Short-term 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,154 | $795 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester Short-term 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,828 | $1,301 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester Short-term 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,145 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester Short-term 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,092 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,531 | $3,500 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,650 | $4,875 | $10,000+ |
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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 Short-term Dorchester Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Dorchester?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Dorchester is at Boylston St, 40 listed at $1,517.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Dorchester Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Dorchester is $4,157.
What is the largest Short-term Dorchester Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Dorchester is a 9,999 square feet unit starting from $2,500 at Liberty Tree Lofts by FiDi.
What is the average size for Dorchester Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Dorchester is currently at 597 sq ft.
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