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| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester Studio Apartments | $2,709 | $1,400 | $7,751 |
| Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,148 | $795 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,844 | $1,301 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,159 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,160 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,644 | $3,500 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,811 | $4,875 | $10,000+ |
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Currently the most affordable New Apartment in Dorchester is at Jackson Commons II listed at $1,093.
The average rent for a New Apartment in Dorchester is $4,963.
Today's New apartment with the most square footage in Dorchester is a 3,956 square feet unit starting from $3,937 at 30 Dalton.
The average size for a New rental in Dorchester is currently at 536 sq ft.
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