Homes for Rent in Dorchester, MA Under $3,400 (1,806 Rentals)

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property at 72 Grampian Way

72 Grampian Way

DorchesterMA02125
property at 12 Bentham Rd

12 Bentham Rd

BostonMA02122

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property at 71 Gainsborough St

71 Gainsborough St, Unit 301

71 Gainsborough St
BostonMA02115
property at 117 Beacon St

117 Beacon St, Unit 6R

117 Beacon St
BostonMA02116
property at 7 High Street Pl

7 High Street Pl, Unit 2

7 High Street Pl
BrooklineMA02445
property at 176 Newbury St

176 Newbury St, Unit 1F

176 Newbury St
BostonMA02116
property at 444 Harrison Ave

444 Harrison Ave, Unit 2

444 Harrison Ave
BostonMA02118
property at 740 E 6th St

740 E 6th St, Unit 2

740 E 6th St
BostonMA02127
property at 151 Tremont St

151 Tremont St, Unit 15G

151 Tremont St
BostonMA02111
property at 71 Joy St

71 Joy St, Unit 14

71 Joy St
BostonMA02114

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property at 876 Adams St

876 Adams St, Unit 1

876 Adams St
BostonMA02124
property at 24 Dunreath St

24 Dunreath St, Unit 2

24 Dunreath St
BostonMA02119
property at 56 Charlesgate E

56 Charlesgate E, Unit 141

56 Charlesgate E
BostonMA02215
property at 876 Adams St

876 Adams St, Unit 1

876 Adams St
BostonMA02124
property at 394 Centre St

394 Centre St, Unit 3

394 Centre St
BostonMA02130
property at 24 Dunreath St

24 Dunreath St, Unit 2

24 Dunreath St
BostonMA02119
property at 32 S Huntington Ave

32 S Huntington Ave, Unit 1

32 S Huntington Ave
BostonMA02130
property at 20 Boynton St

20 Boynton St, Unit 2

20 Boynton St
BostonMA02130
property at 74 Weld Hill St

74 Weld Hill St, Unit 3

74 Weld Hill St
BostonMA02130
property at 20 Saint Peter St

20 Saint Peter St, Unit 1

20 Saint Peter St
BostonMA02130

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property at 466 Commonwealth Ave

466 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 506

466 Commonwealth Ave
BostonMA02215
property at 165 Boylston St

165 Boylston St, Unit 1

165 Boylston St
BostonMA02130
property at 16 Melrose St

16 Melrose St, Unit 4

16 Melrose St
BostonMA02116
property at 1111 Boylston St

1111 Boylston St, Unit 7

1111 Boylston St
BostonMA02215
property at 9 High Street Pl

9 High Street Pl

BrooklineMA02445
property at 74 Weld Hill St

74 Weld Hill St, Unit 2

74 Weld Hill St
BostonMA02130
property at 420 W Broadway

420 W Broadway, Unit 509

420 W Broadway
BostonMA02127
property at 477 Dudley St

477 Dudley St, Unit 2

477 Dudley St
BostonMA02119
property at 7 High Street Pl

7 High Street Pl, Unit 2

7 High Street Pl
BrooklineMA02445

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property at 876 Adams St

876 Adams St, Unit 1

876 Adams St
BostonMA02124
property at 6 Berry St

6 Berry St

BostonMA02122
property at 82 Train St

82 Train St, Unit 2

82 Train St
BostonMA02122
property at 82 Essex St

82 Essex St, Unit 82

82 Essex St
BostonMA02111
property at 117 Beacon St

117 Beacon St, Unit 6 Rear

117 Beacon St
BostonMA02116
property at 7 Champney Pl

7 Champney Pl, Unit 1

7 Champney Pl
BostonMA02114
property at 11 Elder St

11 Elder St, Unit 2

11 Elder St
BostonMA02125
property at 24 Fayette St

24 Fayette St, Unit B

24 Fayette St
BostonMA02116

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property at 386 Commonwealth Avenue

386 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 53

386 Commonwealth Avenue
BostonMA02215
property at 388 Commonwealth Ave

388 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 21

388 Commonwealth Ave
BostonMA02215
property at 5 Moseley St

5 Moseley St, Unit 3

5 Moseley St
BostonMA02125

Dorchester, MA Local Guide

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Location, Location, Location!

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dorchester

What type of rentals are currently available in Dorchester?

There are currently 7932 Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, MA with pricing that ranges from $800 to $45,000. There are also 4004 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Dorchester ranging from $900 to $55,000.

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 $900 to $55,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,199.

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 $1,300 to $45,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,025 to $45,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $900.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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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.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.