
Homes for Rent in Dorchester, MA Under $4,000 (3,145 Rentals)


111 Pleasant St

520 Massachusetts Ave

130 Appleton St

534 Commonwealth Ave

95 W Walnut Park

620 Dudley St

608 Dorchester Ave

38 Centre St

751 E 5th St
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135 Bolton St

38 Clearway St

7 Bell Ct

15 Downer Ct

176 W Seventh St

246 E St, Unit 1

89 Sheridan St, Unit 1
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95 Mount Vernon St, Unit 51

97 Mount Vernon St, Unit 51

17 Sachem St, Unit 1

476 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 7E

71 S Huntington Ave

88 Hammond St, Unit 6

88 Hammond St, Unit 6

327 Centre St, Unit 203

99 Broadway, Unit 1

86 Hammond St, Unit 1

32 Sussex St

60 Charlesgate E, Unit j

416 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 315
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69 S Huntington Ave, Unit #1

20 Lawn St, Unit 3

23 Saint Stephen St, Unit #1

1572 Tremont St, Unit 2

314 Centre St, Unit 2

327 Centre St, Unit 203

314 Centre St, Unit 2
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60 Charlesgate E, Unit J4

111 Gainsborough St, Unit 207

6 Wise St, Unit 3

45 Westland Ave, Unit 9

59 Westland Ave, Unit 4

35 Westland Ave, Unit 57-4

316 Centre St, Unit 2

39 Goldsmith St, Unit 2

145 Hillside St, Unit 1

150 Dorchester Ave, Unit 608

824 Huntington Ave, Unit 3

532 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 7E

88 Hammond St, Unit 7
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Dorchester, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Dorchester?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Dorchester 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,954 | $1,460 | $10,000+ |
Dorchester 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,744 | $1,080 | $10,000+ |
Dorchester 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,606 | $875 | $10,000+ |
Dorchester 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,216 | $975 | $10,000+ |
Dorchester 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,721 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
Dorchester 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,000 | $7,000 | $7,000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dorchester
What type of rentals are currently available in Dorchester?
There are currently 10177 Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, MA with pricing that ranges from $750 to $45,000. There are also 5257 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Dorchester ranging from $850 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 $850 to $45,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,972.
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 $1,200 to $45,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,080 to $45,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $875 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,170.
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