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| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester Studio Apartments | $2,675 | $1,500 | $9,800 |
| Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,238 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,867 | $1,301 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,432 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,664 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,295 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 6 Bedroom Apartments | $9,036 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
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Currently the most affordable New Apartment in Dorchester is at 7INK listed at $1,466.
The average rent for a New Apartment in Dorchester is $4,917.
Today's New apartment with the most square footage in Dorchester is a 3,956 square feet unit starting from $4,496 at 30 Dalton.
The average size for a New rental in Dorchester is currently at 552 sq ft.
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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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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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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.
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Everything is a negotiation in real estate!
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