
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Dorchester Neighborhood of Boston, MA (113 Rentals)


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1700 Dorchester Ave

660 Washington St, Unit Dt-27

443 Washington St, Unit 301
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74 Bailey St, Unit #69 - #305

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376 Washington St, Unit 8
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110 Greenbrier St

110 Greenbrier St

1970 Dorchester Ave

1970 Dorchester Ave

1970 Dorchester Ave

1970 Dorchester Ave

1970 Dorchester Ave

1970 Dorchester Ave

117 Park Dr

117 Park Dr
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1970 Dorchester Ave

1970 Dorchester Ave

1970 Dorchester Ave

117 Park Dr

1970 Dorchester Ave

1970 Dorchester Ave

1970 Dorchester Ave

1970 Dorchester Ave

1970 Dorchester Ave

117 Park Dr

51 Lithgow St

24 Norwood St

52A King St

1700 Dorchester Ave
South Dorchester, Boston, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Dorchester?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
South Dorchester Studio Apartments | $2,615 | $1,900 | $6,354 |
South Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,974 | $870 | $7,947 |
South Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,616 | $2,200 | $8,000 |
South Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,328 | $1,275 | $6,000 |
South Dorchester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,484 | $950 | $5,000 |
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There are currently 113 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the South Dorchester Neighborhood of Boston, MA.
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Largest Available South Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the South Dorchester area of Boston, MA is found at Presidential Point and is listed at 925 square feet priced from $3,700. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Presidential Point | 1BR/1.0BA | 925 Sq Ft | $3,700 |
Neponset Landing | A1B | 871 Sq Ft | $2,567 |
Baker Chocolate Factory | 1/1 | 783 Sq Ft | $2,490 |
The Frances at Ashmont Flats | 11 | 759 Sq Ft | $2,600 |
One Newport | One Bedroom | 711 Sq Ft | $2,642 |
Peninsula Apartments | Current | 660 Sq Ft | $2,563 |
Cheapest Available South Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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The Frances at Ashmont Flats | 14 | $2,400 |
Baker Chocolate Factory | 1/1 | $2,490 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom South Dorchester Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in South Dorchester with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in South Dorchester is at The Frances at Ashmont Flats listed at $2,400.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom South Dorchester Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in South Dorchester is $2,974.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom South Dorchester Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in South Dorchester is a 925 square feet unit starting from $3,700 at Presidential Point.
What is the average size for South Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in South Dorchester is currently 747 sq ft.
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