Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, MA Under $1,200 (25 Rentals)

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71 Savin St
$1,200
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71 Savin St

71 Savin StBoston, MA 02119
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48 Alleghany St, Unit 1
$1,200
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48 Alleghany St, Unit 1

48 Alleghany StBoston, MA 02120
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53 Lawn St, Unit 2
$1,100
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$1,100

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53 Lawn St, Unit 2

53 Lawn StBoston, MA 02120
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102 W 3rd St, Unit 2
$1,100
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$1,100

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102 W 3rd St, Unit 2

102 W 3rd StBoston, MA 02127
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Jackson Commons II
$1,093 - $1,495
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$1,093 - $1,495

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Jackson Commons II

1542 Columbus AveRoxbury, MA 02119
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663 Columbia Rd
$1,000
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$1,000

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663 Columbia Rd

663 Columbia RdBoston, MA 02125
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$1,000

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00 Mountain

BostonMA02124

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UE Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

UE Apartments

1989-2014 Columbus AveRoxbury, MA 02119
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Commerce Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Commerce Apartments

376 Warren StRoxbury, MA 02119
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24 Mount Vernon St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

24 Mount Vernon St

24 Mount Vernon StBoston, MA 02108
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dorchester

How much are Studio apartments in Dorchester?

There are currently 1,710 Studio Apartments in Dorchester with rent ranges from $1,500 to $9,800 with an average price of $2,669.

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 $850 to $19,912 with an average monthly rent of $3,233.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Dorchester cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Dorchester range from $1,301 to $19,230. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,847.

How expensive are Dorchester Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 1,707 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Dorchester on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,000 to $20,000 - averaging $4,422 for the location.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.