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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Quartz countertops
- Modern kitchen
- Large windows
- Outdoor recreation
- Generous closet
- On-street parking
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949 Dorchester Ave #3, Boston, MA 02125, USA|Columbia Point
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Property Overview
Featuring modern quartz countertops and a spacious kitchen, this residence offers ample natural light through its large windows. With a pet-friendly environment and nearby parks, it caters well to pet owners, while on-street parking and generous closet space enhance convenience. Positioned well in value, it stands out with numerous photos to showcase its appealing features.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
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Pet owners
Amenities for 949 Dorchester Ave #3, Columbia Point
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Central Air |
| Central Heat | Hardwood Floor |
| High Ceilings | Modern Kitchen |
| Quartz Counters | Recently Renovated |
| Recessed Light | Updated Bathroom |
Appliances
| Oven/Range | Stainless Steel Appliances |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Neighborhood
| Carson Beach | Commuters Dream |
| JFK T Station | Near T Stop |
| Shops and Restaurants | South Bay Plaza |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 949 Dorchester Ave #3
Top-floor, gorgeous 2-bedroom apartment with 1.5 bathrooms, ideally located on Dorchester Ave just a 5-minute walk to JFK/UMass Red Line T station. This spacious and sun-filled home features an oversized living room with large windows and a generous closet, a modern kitchen with stainless steel stove and quartz countertops, and two large bedrooms with ample closet space. The full bathroom showcases mosaic tiles and a rain shower, while the half bath is enhanced with an LED light-up mirror. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout, and countless stylish details give this apartment exceptional character. Additional highlights include central heat and A/C (electric), on-street parking with resident sticker, and a laundromat conveniently located just down the street. The location is unbeatable: enjoy quick access to South Bay Plaza with its AMC Movie Theater, supermarkets, shops, and restaurants; Carson Beach for outdoor recreation; and easy connections to I-93, Rt 3, and the Mass Pike. Dow Ania Wojciechowska - Tifak | 617-953-4748 Senior Sales and Rental Agent E: **** 10 Andrew Square |Boston, MA 02127 "For all your real estate needs" www StockwoodRealty com
949 Dorchester Ave #3 is great for:
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 949 Dorchester Ave #3 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Columbia Point |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02125 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Columbia Point
2-bedroom apartments at 949 Dorchester Ave #3 cost about 10% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Boston.
Median rents as of Jun 27 2026.
Columbia Point
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $3,500 |
| August 2024 | $3,508 |
| September 2024 | $3,500 |
| October 2024 | $3,500 |
| November 2024 | $3,503 |
| December 2024 | $3,488 |
| January 2025 | $3,469 |
| February 2025 | $3,498 |
| March 2025 | $3,500 |
| April 2025 | $3,500 |
| May 2025 | $3,500 |
| June 2025 | $3,516 |
| July 2025 | $3,520 |
| August 2025 | $3,555 |
| September 2025 | $3,495 |
| October 2025 | $3,443 |
| November 2025 | $3,420 |
| December 2025 | $3,474 |
| January 2026 | $3,503 |
| February 2026 | $3,505 |
| March 2026 | $3,587 |
| April 2026 | $3,598 |
| May 2026 | $3,600 |
| June 2026 | $3,597 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $3,363 |
| August 2024 | $3,417 |
| September 2024 | $3,438 |
| October 2024 | $3,464 |
| November 2024 | $3,426 |
| December 2024 | $3,261 |
| January 2025 | $3,223 |
| February 2025 | $3,240 |
| March 2025 | $3,323 |
| April 2025 | $3,291 |
| May 2025 | $3,317 |
| June 2025 | $3,287 |
| July 2025 | $3,292 |
| August 2025 | $3,114 |
| September 2025 | $3,241 |
| October 2025 | $3,072 |
| November 2025 | $3,010 |
| December 2025 | $2,973 |
| January 2026 | $2,940 |
| February 2026 | $2,893 |
| March 2026 | $3,066 |
| April 2026 | $3,103 |
| May 2026 | $2,993 |
| June 2026 | $3,040 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 9 months ago | $2,500 |
Schools near 949 Dorchester Ave #3
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
ABCD Allston Head Start
41 quint ave
allston, MA, 2134
PKPublic
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Getting around Boston near 949 Dorchester Ave #3
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 949 Dorchester Ave #3, Boston
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
6/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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Dunkin'
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Starbucks
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North American Chinese Tea
844 Dorchester Ave
Dunkin'
256 Boston St
Starbucks
36 District Ave
The Banshee
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The Avenue Grille and Pizzeria
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Harp & Bard
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J & J Irish Pub & Grille
1130 Dorchester Ave
Dorchester Brewing Co.
1250 Massachusetts Ave
Linguine's Cupcakes
194 Sydney St
Dudley's Seafood Market
744 Dudley St
Raymundo Bakery
1224 Dorchester Ave
Dancing Deer Baking Co
77 Shirley St
Auntie Vie's Bakery Cafe
554 Dudley St
Ryan Play Area
Mullen Square
Atheneum Park
Columbia Road Park
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The Banshee
934 Dorchester Ave
Pantry Pizza & Kitchen
931 Dorchester Ave
Gao Vietnamese Kitchen
1035 Dorchester Ave
Ba Le
1052 Dorchester Ave
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