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121 Marlborough St, Unit 2

104R Homes Ave

86 Charles St, Unit 2

750 Huntington Ave, Unit 4

108 Perkins St, Unit 5

29 Wait St, Unit 1R

269 Bolton St, Unit 2A

267 Bolton St

91 Bolton St, Unit 1
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386 Riverway, Unit 3

384 Riverway, Unit 4

131 Park Dr, Unit 4

43 Anderson St, Unit 3

46 Linden St, Unit 20

172 Green St, Unit 1

38 Anderson St, Unit 2

116 Marlborough St, Unit 1

126 Warren St, Unit 34

378 Riverway, Unit #17
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126 Warren St, Unit 12

377 Dorchester St, Unit 1

25 Wait St, Unit 202

694 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 7

94 Saint Botolph St, Unit 1

702 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 8

259 W Newton St, Unit 9

280 Chestnut Ave, Unit 8

65 Park Dr, Unit 14

385 Dorchester St, Unit B2
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530 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 1

1111 Boylston St, Unit 4

892 Huntington Ave, Unit 3

254 Newbury St, Unit 70-1

86 Saint Stephen St, Unit 5

43 Anderson St

1255 Boylston St, Unit 25

109 Saint Stephen St, Unit 3

39 Symphony Rd, Unit 1

205 Green St, Unit 4
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45 Hemenway St, Unit 28

29 Worthington St, Unit 38

1091 Boylston St, Unit 29

130 Warren St, Unit 1

45 Hemenway St, Unit #5

85 Saint Botolph St, Unit 503

83 Saint Botolph St, Unit 507

85 Park Dr, Unit 15

131 Park Dr, Unit 5-33

98 Queensberry St, Unit 2
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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 | $3,851 | $1,580 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,624 | $1,075 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,392 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,857 | $925 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,673 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dorchester
What type of rentals are currently available in Dorchester?
There are currently 7279 Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, MA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $20,000. There are also 3258 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Dorchester ranging from $820 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 $820 to $45,000 with an average monthly rent of $9,253.
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 $20,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,075 to $45,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $950 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

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
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.

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.

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.