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196 Dorchester St, Boston, MA 02127, USA|Columbus Park - Andrew Square
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Property Overview
196 Dorchester St offers convenient city living with appealing nearby amenities and access to local shops, dining, and transit options. Its setting combines everyday practicality with neighborhood character, making it a strong fit for people looking for an urban home base.
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Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- More space
- Elementary school nearby
Great for
Social life
Amenities for 196 Dorchester St, Columbus Park - Andrew Square
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry |
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One-time.
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One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 196 Dorchester St
Move-In Costs Fees: Broker Fee: $6,500 Last Month Rent: $6,500 First Month Rent: $6,500 Security Deposit: $6,500 Disclaimer: We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, national origin, religion, disability, familial status (having children under the age of 18), military status, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, or receipt of public assistance including housing vouchers.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 196 Dorchester St, Boston, MA 02127, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.0 mile away
- More space
- The 4-bedroom is 430 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.3 mile away
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- No laundry facilities available
- This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers
Address details
| Neighborhood | Columbus Park - Andrew Square |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02127 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Columbus Park - Andrew Square
4-bedroom apartments at 196 Dorchester St cost about 16% more than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Boston.
Median rents as of Jul 18 2026.
Columbus Park - Andrew Square
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $4,620 |
| September 2024 | $4,736 |
| October 2024 | $4,746 |
| November 2024 | $5,110 |
| December 2024 | $5,350 |
| January 2025 | $5,187 |
| February 2025 | $5,125 |
| March 2025 | $5,000 |
| April 2025 | $5,000 |
| May 2025 | $4,934 |
| June 2025 | $4,837 |
| July 2025 | $4,800 |
| August 2025 | $4,800 |
| September 2025 | $4,800 |
| October 2025 | $4,798 |
| November 2025 | $5,020 |
| December 2025 | $5,548 |
| January 2026 | $5,639 |
| February 2026 | $5,378 |
| March 2026 | $5,220 |
| April 2026 | $5,199 |
| May 2026 | $5,078 |
| June 2026 | $4,962 |
| July 2026 | $4,866 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $5,250 |
| September 2024 | $5,350 |
| October 2024 | $5,200 |
| November 2024 | $5,000 |
| December 2024 | $4,950 |
| January 2025 | $4,800 |
| February 2025 | $4,700 |
| March 2025 | $4,830 |
| April 2025 | $5,075 |
| May 2025 | $4,200 |
| June 2025 | $5,600 |
| July 2025 | $5,600 |
| August 2025 | $5,400 |
| January 2026 | $5,410 |
| February 2026 | $5,464 |
| March 2026 | $5,525 |
| April 2026 | $5,550 |
| May 2026 | $6,078 |
| June 2026 | $6,450 |
| July 2026 | $5,883 |
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Can I afford to live at 196 Dorchester St?
Bedrooms
4+ bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$260,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $260,000 annually to afford this 4-bedrooms monthly rent price of $6,500.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 years ago | $4,500 | 3 bed | 2.5 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $4,500 | 3 bed | 2.5 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $4,500 | 3 bed | 2.5 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $4,500 | 3 bed | 2.5 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $4,500 | 3 bed | 2.5 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $4,500 | 3 bed | 2.5 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $4,500 | 3 bed | 2.5 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $4,500 | 3 bed | 2.5 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $4,500 | 3 bed | 2.5 bath |
Schools near 196 Dorchester St
ABCD South Boston Head Start - Mercer
125 mercer st
south boston, MA, 2127
PKPublic
ABCD South Boston Head Start
424 west broadway
south boston, MA, 2127
PKPublic
ABCD Walnut Grove Head Start
22 elm hill ave
dorchester, MA, 2121
PKPublic
Brookline Early Education Program at Clark Road
333 washington st
brookline, MA, 2445
PKPublic
Webster Extension
548 broadway
everett, MA, 2149
PKPublic
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Getting around Boston near 196 Dorchester St
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 196 Dorchester St, Boston
Groceries
9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
9/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
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Foodies South Boston LLC
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K 8 Market
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Goodwill
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P S Gourmet Coffee
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Deep Eddy Sweet Tea Vodka
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Java House
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Tatte Bakery & Cafe South Boston
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Dunkin'
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Lincoln Tavern & Restaurant
425 W Broadway
Stats Bar & Grille
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Fromage Wine Bar and Restaurant
401 W Broadway
North Street Grille
229 N St
Shenannigans Bar
332 W Broadway
Tatte Bakery & Cafe South Boston
60 Old Colony Ave
Broadway's Pastry & Coffee
258 W Broadway
Purity Cheese Co Inc
258 K St
Doughboy Donuts & Deli
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Supreme Meat
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Playground
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Park
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Jay Jog Maya Corp
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