
Homes for Rent near Dorchester, MA (2,069 Rentals)


11 Langdon St, Unit 1

5 Sachem St, Unit 2

14 Hillside St

7 Warwick St

56 Grampian Way

294 D St, Unit 292-294 D str. #2, Room C

41 Bishop Joe L Smith Way, Unit 9

382 Riverway

27 Park Dr, Unit 1
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29 Wait St

750 Huntington Ave

846 Huntington Ave

533 Newbury St

21 Worthington St

386 Riverway, Unit 3

386 Riverway, Unit 4

368 Riverway, Unit 1

61 Park Dr

1109 Boylston St
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378 Riverway, Unit 4

43 Anderson St, Unit 3

615 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 1

65 Catherine St, Unit 65

64 Hemenway St

1111 Boylston St

366 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 27

907 Boylston St, Unit 25

43 Westland Ave

35 Westland Ave
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64 Queensberry St

66 Queensberry St, Unit 220

1161 Boylston St

280 Chestnut Ave, Unit 8

70 Queensberry St

800 Hyde Park Ave, Unit 22

1091 Boylston St

68 Myrtle St, Unit 8

45 Hemenway St

280 Commonwealth Ave, Unit G1
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205 Green St, Unit 4

37 Revere St, Unit 3

131 Park Dr

376 Riverway, Unit 10

66 Middle St

16 Cedar Lane Way, Unit 2

270 Huntington Ave, Unit 1

65 Park Dr

118 Riverway, Unit 23

123 Myrtle St, Unit 123
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Dorchester?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,918 | $1,650 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,395 | $1,275 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,343 | $1,010 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,304 | $975 | $9,500 |
| Dorchester 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,381 | $5,000 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dorchester
What type of rentals are currently available in Dorchester?
There are currently 4694 Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, MA with pricing that ranges from $840 to $26,168. There are also 2080 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Dorchester ranging from $750 to $60,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Dorchester?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Dorchester ranges from $750 to $60,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,762.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Dorchester?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Dorchester range from $1,200 to $15,560, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,275 to $60,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,010 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $950.
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