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Columbia Point, Dorchester, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Columbia Point Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
35 @ EightSixtyStudio - Income-BasedStudio,1BA$1,713

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia Point, MA

As of May 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbia Point area is the $0.27 price per square foot 89 E Brookline St Model at 89 E Brookline St, Unit 1 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,695. The second greatest value Columbia Point apartment is the 385 Dorchester St Model at 385 Dorchester St, Unit B2 starting at $2,250 with a $0.23 price per square foot in the West Broadway neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbia Point apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
89 E Brookline St, Unit 189 E Brookline St1BR,1BA$0.27
385 Dorchester St, Unit B2385 Dorchester St1BR,1BA$0.23
18 Eastman St, Unit 318 Eastman St4BR,1BA$0.25
61 Crescent Ave, Unit 161 Crescent Ave3BR,1BA$0.25
11 Dorset St, Unit 111 Dorset St2BR,1BA$0.26
845 E 4th St, Unit 1845 E 4th St1BR,1BA$0.27
1084 Dorchester Ave, Unit 21084 Dorchester Ave1BR,1BA$0.26
265 Park St, Unit 1265 Park St2BR,1BA$0.25
276 E Cottage St, Unit 1276 E Cottage St2BR,1BA$0.25
105 Buttonwood St, Unit 1105 Buttonwood St2BR,1BA$0.26

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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbia Point

What type of rentals are currently available in Columbia Point?

There are currently 2646 Apartments for Rent in Columbia Point, MA with pricing that ranges from $950 to $13,500. There are also 1063 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbia Point ranging from $1,225 to $42,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Columbia Point?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Columbia Point ranges from $1,225 to $42,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,423.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Columbia Point?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Columbia Point range from $1,100 to $10,749, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,600 to $8,434. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $950.

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