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269 Bolton St, Unit 2A
269 Bolton St
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265 Beacon St, Unit 3B##
265 Beacon St
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156 Green St, Unit 305
156 Green St
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91 Bolton St, Unit 1
91 Bolton St
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267 Bolton St
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19 Peterborough St
BostonMA02215
19 Peterborough St
BostonMA02215
19 Peterborough St
BostonMA02215
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Studio Apartments Available Now59 S Huntington Ave
59 S Huntington AveBoston, MA 02130
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501 E Broadway
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1943 Dorchester Ave
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750 Huntington Ave, Unit 4
750 Huntington Ave
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25 Alpine St
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29 Wait St, Unit 1R
29 Wait St
BostonMA02120
10 Wait St
BostonMA02120
10 Wait St
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10 Jamaicaway
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750 Huntington Ave, Unit 4
750 Huntington Ave
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108 Perkins St, Unit 5
108 Perkins St
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74 S Huntington Ave
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74 S Huntington Ave
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1943 Dorchester Ave
BostonMA02124
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now151 Highland St
151 Highland StBoston, MA 02119
86 Charles St, Unit 2
86 Charles St
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14 Lakeville Rd
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216C South St
BostonMA02130
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 1Furnished Bedroom with Private Bath in South Boston
349 W 4th StBoston, MA 02127
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130 Fisher AveBoston, MA 02120
15 Lawley St
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222 South St
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102 Tyler St
BostonMA02111
10 Wait St
BostonMA02120
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90 Forbes StBoston, MA 02130
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48 Dudley St
BostonMA02119
155-157 Hillside St. Unit 1
155-157 Hillside St
BostonMA02120
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36 Emerson StBoston, MA 02127
55 Park Dr
BostonMA02215
55 Park Dr
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72 Bakersfield St, Unit Master Bedroom
72 Bakersfield St
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14 Pond St, Unit 4
14 Pond St
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51 S Huntington AveBoston, MA 02130
19 Alaska St
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104R Homes Ave
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49 S Huntington Ave
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51 S Huntington Ave
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Room in Shared 2 bed/1 bath home
211 Park Dr
BostonMA02215
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141 Hillside StBoston, MA 02120
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now151 Highland St
151 Highland StBoston, MA 02119
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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 | $3,860 | $1,580 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,616 | $1,075 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,441 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,881 | $825 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,687 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Dorchester 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,300 | $6,300 | $6,300 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Dorchester?
There are currently 7151 Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, MA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $20,000. There are also 3225 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Dorchester ranging from $825 to $45,000.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Dorchester ranges from $825 to $45,000 with an average monthly rent of $8,980.
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.
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips
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.
How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!