Baker Chocolate Factory
1200-1220 Adams St,
Dorchester, MA 02124
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Rental Market Trends in Dorchester, MA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Dorchester, MA is $2,385/month.
Rent in Dorchester is 43% higher than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,385/month
Average Rent
624 Sq Ft
Average Size
+0.1%
Change / Year
2,704
Available Apartments
Dorchester rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Dorchester average $2,299 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Dorchester average $2,385 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Dorchester average $3,159 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Dorchester average $4,194 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Dorchester, MA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 0.1%, which averages out to $2 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Dorchester, MA
September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
17%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
17%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
67%
Above $2,000/month
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Dorchester, MA?
Because the average rent in Dorchester is $2,385, you’ll want to make about $7,950 per month or $95,400 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Dorchester, MA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Dorchester, MA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Dorchester Area GuideCompare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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North Quincy
Avg Rent: $2,886/month
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Boston
Avg Rent: $3,622/month
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South Boston
Avg Rent: $3,197/month
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Quincy
Avg Rent: $2,554/month
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Mattapan
Avg Rent: $2,111/month
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Roxbury
Avg Rent: $2,258/month
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Roxbury Crossing
Avg Rent: $3,222/month
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Jamaica Plain
Avg Rent: $3,070/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Dorchester?
The average rent in Dorchester is $2,385 per month, which is 43.3% higher than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Dorchester?
The average rent for a house in Dorchester, MA is $3,558 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Dorchester?
The average rent for a townhome in Dorchester, MA is $3,216 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Dorchester?
The average rent for a condo in Dorchester, MA is $2,817 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Dorchester?
Rents in Dorchester, MA are increasing, with prices up 0.1% year-over-year and $2 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Dorchester?
In Dorchester, MA, 67% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.