Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, MA (4,231 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in Dorchester that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

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Dorchester, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dorchester?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Dorchester Pet Friendly Studio Apartments | $2,705 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
Dorchester Pet Friendly 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,266 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
Dorchester Pet Friendly 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,897 | $1,796 | $10,000+ |
Dorchester Pet Friendly 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,339 | $1,145 | $10,000+ |
Dorchester Pet Friendly 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,472 | $925 | $10,000+ |
Dorchester 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,890 | $925 | $10,000+ |
Dorchester 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,257 | $5,250 | $10,000+ |
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Most Pet Friendly Neighborhoods in Dorchester, MA
There are currently 4146 Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Dorchester, MA area. Here is today’s list of the top 3 Pet Friendly neighborhoods for Dorchester Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Pet Rating | Available Units | Median Price |
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Columbia Point | 4/4 | 802 | $7,100 |
Uphams Corner | 4/4 | 334 | $7,100 |
Jones Hill | 3/4 | 199 | $6,700 |
Pet Friendliest Dorchester Apartments for Rent
The Dorchester Apartment community with the highest ApartmentHomeLiving.com Lifestyle Score for Pet Friendliness is Piano Craft Guild in the South End Boston neighborhood with a Pet Friendliness rating of 4 of 4. Meriel Marina Bay in the Marina Bay neighborhood ranks second in Pet Friendliness with a score of 4 of 4. Here is today’s list of the most Pet Friendly Dorchester apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
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Piano Craft Guild | 4/4 | South End Boston | $2,900 |
Meriel Marina Bay | 4/4 | Marina Bay | $2,604 |
The Benjamin Seaport Residences | 4/4 | Seaport | $3,341 |
The Abby | 4/4 | Montclair | $2,695 |
125 WARREN | 4/4 | Washington Park | $1,900 |
The Alyx | 4/4 | Seaport | $3,885 |
Bell Olmsted Park | 3.8/4 | Jamaica Hills Pond | $3,455 |
The Colonnade Residences | 3.8/4 | Back Bay | $7,850 |
Neponset Landing | 3.8/4 | Marina Bay | $2,939 |
Valor | 3.8/4 | Mission Hill | $4,200 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Dorchester, MA
The lowest priced Dorchester apartment at a property that allows pets is the 1 Bed 1 Bath 1 Bed Model at Boylston St, 40 in the Financial District neighborhood starting from $1,517. The second cheapest Dorchester Pet Friendly apartment is the A1 Model at Neponset Landing, which is a 1 Bed starting at $2,450 in the Merrymount neighborhood. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Dorchester apartments.
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Boylston St, 40 | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,517 |
Neponset Landing | A1 | $2,450 |
The Abby | S6 | $2,695 |
Meriel Marina Bay | Studio-S1 | $2,720 |
Piano Craft Guild | Open Loft w/ All Utilities included | $2,900 |
The Benjamin Seaport Residences | SA - 2 | $3,341 |
Bell Olmsted Park | S1C | $3,580 |
Valor | 2 Bed/1 Bath | $4,200 |
The Colonnade Residences | Style B | $7,850 |
The Alyx | C49 | 3 Bed | 2 Bath | $12,040 |
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Dorchester Overview
If you are looking for a beautiful location with a lot of history to call home, then you may be interested in Dorchester, MA. Dorchester, MA is colloquially referred to as the ôDotö and is a Boston Neighborhood that spans approximately 6 miles. It is located in Boston, Massachusetts. This is a location that has a lot of history. Therefore, there are ample opportunities for people to explore not only Dorchester, MA but also Boston itself. If you are looking for apartments in Dorchester, MA, then take some time to learn more about this city. After this, rely on us to help you find your next Dorchester apartment.á
Why live in Dorchester, MA?
People love to live in Dorchester, MA for a variety of reasons. First, the weather is relatively temperate. With several distinct seasons, the weather will rotate throughout the year. Second, there is plenty to do in Dorchester, MA, as this is one of the most important neighborhoods in Boston. Finally, the food in Dorchester, MA is also delicious! There is something for everyone!á
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Getting Around Dorchester, MA
Walk Score®
81 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
65 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
68 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Dorchester Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Dorchester?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Dorchester is at 4095 Washington St, Unit 2 listed at $1,100.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Dorchester Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Dorchester is $4,088.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Dorchester Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Dorchester is a 10,000 square feet unit starting from $5,060 at 126 Day St, Unit 1.
What is the average size for Dorchester Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Dorchester is currently at 3,227 sq ft.
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