
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, MA (589 Rentals)
Apartments in Dorchester with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


Dot Block

Schoolhouse at Lower Mills

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Columbia Flats
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The Frances at Ashmont Flats

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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 Top Rated Studio Apartments | $2,660 | $1,500 | $5,000 |
Dorchester Top Rated 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,186 | $840 | $10,000+ |
Dorchester Top Rated 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,965 | $1,301 | $10,000+ |
Dorchester Top Rated 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,231 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
Dorchester Top Rated 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,971 | $900 | $10,000+ |
Dorchester 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,315 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
Dorchester 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,218 | $4,875 | $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 1,722 Studio Apartments in Dorchester with rent ranges from $1,200 to $5,000 with an average price of $5,393.
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 $840 to $13,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,186.
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 $23,771. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,965.
How expensive are Dorchester Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 1,675 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Dorchester on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,000 to $45,000 - averaging $4,231 for the location.
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