Homes for Rent by Owner in Dorchester, MA (32 Rentals)

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property at 117 Saint Botolph St

117 Saint Botolph St, Unit 3

117 Saint Botolph St
BostonMA02115
property at 64 Percival St

64 Percival St, Unit 3

64 Percival St
BostonMA02122
property at 39 Parkton Rd

39 Parkton Rd, Unit 1

39 Parkton Rd
BostonMA02130
property at 104R Homes Ave

104R Homes Ave

BostonMA02122
property at 35 Algonquin St

35 Algonquin St

BostonMA02124
property at 779 E 6th St

779 E 6th St, Unit 3A

779 E 6th St
BostonMA02127
property at 1111 Boylston St

1111 Boylston St, Unit 34

1111 Boylston St
BostonMA02215
property at 64 Charlesgate E

64 Charlesgate E, Unit 69

64 Charlesgate E
BostonMA02215

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property at 51 Hancock St

51 Hancock St, Unit 14

51 Hancock St
BostonMA02114
property at 226 Jamaicaway
property at 21 Beacon St

21 Beacon St, Unit 5N

21 Beacon St
BostonMA02108
property at 63 Downer Ave

63 Downer Ave, Unit 1

63 Downer Ave
BostonMA02125
property at 246 E St

246 E St, Unit 1

246 E St
BostonMA02127
property at 6 W Cottage St

6 W Cottage St, Unit 2

6 W Cottage St
BostonMA02125
property at 202 W 8th St

202 W 8th St, Unit 1

202 W 8th St
BostonMA02127
property at 210 South St

210 South St, Unit 54

210 South St
BostonMA02111

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property at 294 South St

294 South St, Unit 2

294 South St
BostonMA02130
property at 1430 Tremont St

1430 Tremont St, Unit B4

1430 Tremont St
BostonMA02120
property at 723 Parker St

723 Parker St, Unit 1

723 Parker St
BostonMA02120
property at 169 W 9th St

169 W 9th St

BostonMA02127
property at 1 Jess Street

1 Jess Street, Unit 1

1 Jess Street
Jamaica PlainMA02130
property at 185 Quincy Shore Dr

185 Quincy Shore Dr, Unit A28

185 Quincy Shore Dr
QuincyMA02171
property at 165 Quincy Shore Dr

165 Quincy Shore Dr, Unit Apt C21

165 Quincy Shore Dr
QuincyMA02171
property at 11 Willet St

11 Willet St, Unit 11B

11 Willet St
QuincyMA02170

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property at 165 Quincy Shore Dr

165 Quincy Shore Dr, Unit C21

165 Quincy Shore Dr
QuincyMA02171
property at 10 Juniper St

10 Juniper St, Unit 35

10 Juniper St
BrooklineMA02445
property at 12 Stoneholm St

12 Stoneholm St

BostonMA02115
property at 88 Kingston St

88 Kingston St

BostonMA02111
property at 110 Broad St

110 Broad St

BostonMA02110
property at 135 Seaport Blvd

135 Seaport Blvd

BostonMA02210
property at 150 Seaport Blvd

150 Seaport Blvd

BostonMA02210
property at 1 Avery St

1 Avery St

BostonMA02111

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Dorchester, MA Local Guide

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dorchester

What type of rentals are currently available in Dorchester?

There are currently 6727 Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, MA with pricing that ranges from $900 to $17,900. There are also 2927 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Dorchester ranging from $700 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 $700 to $45,000 with an average monthly rent of $9,188.

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 $1,000 to $16,816, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $800 to $45,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $900.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.