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110 Greenbrier St
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9 Cardington St, Unit 2
9 Cardington StBoston, MA 02119
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71 School St
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184 Walnut Ave
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123 Washington St
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64 Percival St
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33 Howell St
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105 Walnut St
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106 Beacon St
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66 Brook St, Unit 1
66 Brook StQuincy, MA 02170
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805 Blue Hill Ave, Unit 1
805 Blue Hill AveBoston, MA 02124
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41 Dorr St
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7 Carolina St, Unit 3C
7 Carolina StBoston, MA 02130
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35 Boylston St
35 Boylston StBoston, MA 02130
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7 Linden St
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5 Union Ave
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78 Houghton St
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122 Hillside St
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90 Mt Vernon St
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23 Newport St
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57 Pleasant St
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48 Dudley St
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48 Dudley St
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57 Pleasant St
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57 Pleasant St
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57 Pleasant St
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19 Berkshire St
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90 Mt Vernon St
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114 Boston St
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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 | $3,869 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,381 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,882 | $975 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,772 | $1,160 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,325 | $5,000 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,500 | $6,500 | $6,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Dorchester, MA
Pricing Updated: 08/13/2026Current apartment rentals in the Dorchester, MA area range in price from $1,000 to $15,997 with an overall median price of $3,402. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Dorchester Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Point | $3,400 | $1,000 | 393 |
| Uphams Corner | $3,400 | $1,000 | 102 |
| Jones Hill | $3,450 | $1,000 | 26 |
Cheapest Available Dorchester Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Dorchester, MA is a 2 Beds unit found at Jackson Commons II in the Roxbury neighborhood priced from $1,301. Roxbury Apartments in the Jamaica Central neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,510. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dorchester apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson Commons II | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,301 |
| Roxbury Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,510 |
| New Castle Court | Newcastle | Studio,1BA | $1,662 |
| Nazing Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,721 |
| 35 @ EightSixty | Studio - Income-Based | Studio,1BA | $1,737 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, MA and Nearby
As of August 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dorchester area is the $0.22 price per square foot 15 Worthington St Model at 15 Worthington St, Unit 4 in the in the West Fens neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Dorchester apartment is the 105 Jersey St Model at 105 Jersey St, Unit 5 starting at $1,950 with a $0.20 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dorchester apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Worthington St, Unit 4 | 15 Worthington St | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 105 Jersey St, Unit 5 | 105 Jersey St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 26 Taft St | 26 Taft St | 3BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 16 Victory Rd, Unit 1 | 16 Victory Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.22 |
| 81 Saint Botolph St, Unit 1 | 81 Saint Botolph St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 50 S Russell St | 50 S Russell St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 30 Peterborough St, Unit D | 30 Peterborough St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 58 S Russell St, Unit 2 | 58 S Russell St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 120 Washington St, Unit 5 | 120 Washington St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 51 Delle Ave, Unit 1 | 51 Delle Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Dorchester?
There are currently 4990 Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, MA with pricing that ranges from $840 to $25,615. There are also 3368 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Dorchester ranging from $975 to $35,000.
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 $975 to $35,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,714.
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 $1,100 to $18,070, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,150 to $35,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $975 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,000.
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