32 E Cottage St
DorchesterMA02125
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211 W 8th St, Unit 3
211 W 8th St
BostonMA02127
85 Appleton St, Unit #1
85 Appleton St
BostonMA02116
111 Pleasant St
BostonMA02125
250 Dudley St, Unit #1
250 Dudley St
BostonMA02119
553 Brookline Ave
BrooklineMA02445
553 Brookline Ave, Unit 1
553 Brookline Ave
BrooklineMA02445
24 Cushing St, Unit 2
24 Cushing St
QuincyMA02170
100 Mount Pleasant Ave
BostonMA02119
384 Riverway, Unit 1A
384 Riverway
BostonMA02115
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95 E Squantum St, Unit 1
95 E Squantum St
QuincyMA02171
3951 Washington St, Unit 3R
3951 Washington St
BostonMA02131
174 W Elm Ave, Unit 1
174 W Elm Ave
QuincyMA02170
132 E Elm Ave, Unit 2
132 E Elm Ave
QuincyMA02170
8 Woodside Ave, Unit 1
8 Woodside Ave
BostonMA02130
15 Chilcott Pl, Unit B1
15 Chilcott Pl
BostonMA02130
266 Newbury Ave, Unit 2
266 Newbury Ave
QuincyMA02171
130 Talbot Ave, Unit 3
130 Talbot Ave
BostonMA02124
102 Buttonwood St
BostonMA02125
31 Orkney Rd, Unit 41
31 Orkney Rd
BostonMA02135
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224 Billings Rd, Unit 224
224 Billings Rd
QuincyMA02170
7 Felton St, Unit 2
7 Felton St
QuincyMA02171
197 Arlington St, Unit 2
197 Arlington St
QuincyMA02170
47 Berlin St, Unit 2
47 Berlin St
QuincyMA02170
58 Appleton St, Unit 2
58 Appleton St
QuincyMA02171
21 Linden St, Unit 310
21 Linden St
QuincyMA02170
49 Chestnut Ave, Unit #3
49 Chestnut Ave
BostonMA02130
648 Columbia Rd, Unit 3
648 Columbia Rd
BostonMA02125
142 Spencer St, Unit 2
142 Spencer St
BostonMA02124
23 Worcester Sq, Unit 1
23 Worcester Sq
BostonMA02118
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4048 Washington St, Unit 5
4048 Washington St
BostonMA02131
77 Pleasant St, Unit B
77 Pleasant St
BostonMA02125
822 Huntington Ave, Unit 4
822 Huntington Ave
BostonMA02115
8 Robinwood Ave, Unit 6
8 Robinwood Ave
BostonMA02130
60 Farrington St, Unit 2
60 Farrington St
QuincyMA02170
283 W 3rd St, Unit 2
283 W 3rd St
BostonMA02127
1255 Boylston St
BostonMA02215
108 Warren St, Unit 4
108 Warren St
BostonMA02119
78 Walnut St, Unit 2L
78 Walnut St
QuincyMA02171
30 Jamaicaway, Unit 1
30 Jamaicaway
BostonMA02130
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43 Thorndike St, Unit 1
43 Thorndike St
BostonMA02118
20 Phillips St, Unit 1
20 Phillips St
QuincyMA02170
115 Everett St, Unit 1
115 Everett St
QuincyMA02170
226 Parker Hill Ave, Unit 1
226 Parker Hill Ave
BostonMA02120
209 Atlantic St, Unit 2
209 Atlantic St
QuincyMA02171
36 John St, Unit 2
36 John St
QuincyMA02171
80 Brook St, Unit 2
80 Brook St
QuincyMA02170
50 Charlesgate E, Unit 193
50 Charlesgate E
BostonMA02215
6 Windsor Rd, Unit 2
6 Windsor Rd
QuincyMA02171
45 Holbrook Rd, Unit 1
45 Holbrook Rd
QuincyMA02170
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Dorchester, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Dorchester?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,912 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,543 | $1,125 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,448 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,209 | $925 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,779 | $6,000 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,000 | $7,000 | $7,000 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Dorchester?
There are currently 7262 Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, MA with pricing that ranges from $750 to $29,247. There are also 4321 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Dorchester ranging from $850 to $45,000.
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 $850 to $45,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,191.
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 $890 to $29,247, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,125 to $45,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,500.
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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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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.
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.