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Highlights
- Two bedroom units
- Internet access
Location
1516 S Dorchester Dr, Bloomington, IN 47401, USA
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Property Overview
Dorchester offers strong overall value with an 8/10 expert rating, highlighted by competitive pricing and exceptional 9/10 scores for both amenities and location. Renters benefit from two-bedroom layouts, internet access, and transparent listing details supported by 11 photos, while its high value-for-money percentile indicates an excellent balance of cost, quality, and convenience.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Images Available
- Laundry available on site
Floor plans
| Dorchester - Studio - Half Off Admin Fees & $350 Gift Card! | Studio | 1 bath | 420 sqft | $729 /mo | 1 unit available | ||
| Dorchester - 1 Bed/1 Bath - Half Off Admin Fees & $350 Gift Card! | 1 bed | 1 bath | 575 sqft | $799 /mo | 1 unit available | ||
| Dorchester - 2 Bed/1 Bath - Half Off Admin Fees & $350 Gift Card! | 2 bed | 1 bath | 760 sqft | $999 /mo | 1 unit available |
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Amenities for Dorchester
Appliances
| Garbage Disposal | Oven |
| Oven/Stove | Range |
| Refrigerator |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
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
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 12 |
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About Dorchester
This East side location on the bus line offers satellite TV programming and Internet access available. Located near Bryan Park and College Mall. This location offers studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom units.
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.
8.0
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8 out of 10 overall, Dorchester is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Dorchester has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, Dorchester is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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.
Dorchester goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including garbage disposal. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Dorchester 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.
Dorchester 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 Dorchester 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 Dorchester compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Less expensive
- Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Bloomington
Studio apartments at Dorchester cost about 40% less than the average rent price for studios in Bloomington.
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 22% lower than 1-bedrooms in Bloomington.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Dorchester to be 31% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Bloomington.
Median rents as of May 30 2026.
Bloomington
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,188 |
| July 2024 | $1,165 |
| August 2024 | $1,207 |
| September 2024 | $1,254 |
| October 2024 | $1,309 |
| November 2024 | $1,298 |
| December 2024 | $1,301 |
| January 2025 | $1,297 |
| February 2025 | $1,298 |
| March 2025 | $1,278 |
| April 2025 | $1,280 |
| May 2025 | $1,215 |
| June 2025 | $1,011 |
| July 2025 | $1,047 |
| August 2025 | $1,025 |
| September 2025 | $1,050 |
| October 2025 | $1,091 |
| November 2025 | $1,001 |
| December 2025 | $1,019 |
| January 2026 | $1,031 |
| February 2026 | $1,108 |
| March 2026 | $1,099 |
| April 2026 | $1,192 |
| May 2026 | $1,241 |
Affordability calculator
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Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$29,160/yr
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Schools near Dorchester
Rogers Elementary School
2200 e 2nd st
bloomington, IN, 47401
K-2Public
B+
Binford Elementary School
2300 e second st
bloomington, IN, 47401
PK, K-6Public
A
Early Learning Center
401 east miller dr
bloomington, IN, 47401
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
Getting around Bloomington near 1516 S Dorchester Dr
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
7/10
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
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1516 S Dorchester Dr, Bloomington
Groceries
3/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
2/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
2/10
Some bars within walking distance
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