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Highlights

  • Spacious unit
  • Plenty of cabinet and countertop space
  • Refinished hardwood floors
  • Convenient kitchen pantry

Location

17 Josephine St, Dorchester, MA 02122, USA|Meeting House Hill
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Management

Real Property Management Boston

Leasing office

(617) 553-4717

Property Overview

17 Josephine Street is rated highly with an impressive Zumper Expert Rating of 8.6, indicating its desirability for renters. The property features spacious living areas with abundant cabinet space, refinished hardwood floors, and a convenient kitchen pantry. With outstanding ratings in price, amenities, and location, it offers excellent value and transparency, positioned in a highly accessible area near top-rated schools, enhancing its appeal.

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Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 17 Josephine Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 17 Josephine Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Laundry available on site

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath800 sqft$2,350 /mo1 unit availableJust in time for the New Year, this freshly painted first floor 2 bd 1 bath is available for rent. The spacious unit boasts both a living room and a dining room, refinished hardwood floors throughout, convenient kitchen pantry, and plenty of cabinet and countertop space. Laundry in the basement completes this lovely rental. Conveniently located seconds from Fields Corner T. Completed rental applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis once all required information is submitted. Incomplete applications will not be processed. Income: Applicants should have a verifiable income of 3× their monthly rent responsibility. Housing vouchers and rental assistance programs are accepted as income. Credit: A 600+ credit score is preferred, but lower scores will be considered with additional review. Identification: A valid government-issued ID is required for all adult applicants. Background & Rental History: Standard rental, employment, and reference checks may be conducted as allowed by law. We are proud to offer no deposit move-ins to qualified renters through Obligo! We understand that moving costs can add up, so we want to extend financial flexibility to our residents. When you move in with us, you can skip paying a security deposit and keep the money to spend on what you want or save for what you need. Learn more about the benefits of no deposit living with Obligo's brochure or on their website. Listing Agent, Zachary Dependable Real Estate, Inc Real Property Management Boston 617-553-4717 **** ****

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Amenities for 17 Josephine Street

Apartment Amenities

DryerHardwood Floor
Washer

Appliances

Gas RangeIn-Unit Laundry
RangeRefrigerator

Building

Onsite LaundryWater/Sewer
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

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Applicants

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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About 17 Josephine Street

HomeApartments in BostonMeeting House Hill 17 Josephine Street

Just in time for the New Year, this freshly painted first floor 2 bd 1 bath is available for rent. The spacious unit boasts both a living room and a dining room, refinished hardwood floors throughout, convenient kitchen pantry, and plenty of cabinet and countertop space. Laundry in the basement completes this lovely rental. Conveniently located seconds from Fields Corner T. Completed rental applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis once all required information is submitted. Incomplete applications will not be processed. Income: Applicants should have a verifiable income of 3× their monthly rent responsibility. Housing vouchers and rental assistance programs are accepted as income. Credit: A 600+ credit score is preferred, but lower scores will be considered with additional review. Identification: A valid government-issued ID is required for all adult applicants. Background & Rental History: Standard rental, employment, and reference checks may be conducted as allowed by law. We are proud to offer no deposit move-ins to qualified renters through Obligo! We understand that moving costs can add up, so we want to extend financial flexibility to our residents. When you move in with us, you can skip paying a security deposit and keep the money to spend on what you want or save for what you need. Learn more about the benefits of no deposit living with Obligo's brochure or on their website. Listing Agent, Zachary Dependable Real Estate, Inc Real Property Management Boston 617-553-4717 **** ****


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 17 Josephine Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 17 Josephine Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 17 Josephine Street
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
17 Josephine Street offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
17 Josephine Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including onsite laundry. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 17 Josephine Street receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
17 Josephine Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 17 Josephine Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

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 17 Josephine Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.1 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

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Rent trends in Meeting House Hill

2-bedroom apartments at 17 Josephine Street cost about 6% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Meeting House Hill.

Median rents as of Jan 17 2026.
Meeting House Hill
Boston
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Boston
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$2,803
March 2024$2,840
April 2024$2,856
May 2024$2,816
June 2024$2,800
July 2024$2,800
August 2024$2,800
September 2024$2,815
October 2024$2,890
November 2024$2,933
December 2024$2,906
January 2025$2,825
February 2025$2,831
March 2025$2,850
April 2025$2,868
May 2025$2,877
June 2025$2,850
July 2025$2,873
August 2025$2,959
September 2025$2,910
October 2025$2,900
November 2025$2,899
December 2025$2,894
January 2026$2,924
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Meeting House Hill
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$800
June 2024$800
August 2024$800
September 2024$800

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$94,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $94,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,350.
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Schools near 17 Josephine Street

Horace Mann School for the Deaf

40 armington st

allston, MA, 2134

PK, K-12Public
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Getting around Dorchester near 17 Josephine St

Walking

9/10
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

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 17 Josephine St, Dorchester

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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