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Highlights

  • Zero Deposit
  • Pet Friendly
  • Conveniently located
  • Beautiful flooring, fresh paint

Location

971 Blue Hill Ave, Dorchester, MA 02124, USA|Franklin Field South
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Management

TIG Management LLC

Leasing office

(857) 385-8577

Property Overview

971-973 Blue Hill Ave Dorchester MA offers strong overall value with an 8.5/10 expert rating, excellent price, amenities, and location scores, plus a high value-per-square-foot standing compared with nearby properties. Notable features include a convenient location, beautiful flooring, and fresh paint, making it an appealing option for renters seeking quality and convenience.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 971-973 Blue Hill Ave Dorchester MA is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 971-973 Blue Hill Ave Dorchester MA 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

  • More space
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2BDR2 bed1 bath1,200 sqft$2,800 /mo2 units availableYour Search for the Perfect Home Ends Here! Cozy, 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment featuring beautiful flooring, fresh paint, and bright, comfortable living spaces! Conveniently located near grocery stores, restaurants, and public transportation. Cats Welcome! NO Security Deposit! All Housing Vouchers Welcome! Ready to make this your new home? Contact TIG Management to schedule a tour today! Call or text: 857-385-8577 Email: **** Spanish- and Haitian Creole-speaking agents are available to assist you!

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Amenities for 971-973 Blue Hill Ave Dorchester MA

Apartment Amenities

Freshly PaintedHardwood Floor

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About 971-973 Blue Hill Ave Dorchester MA

HomeApartments in BostonFranklin Field South 971-973 Blue Hill Ave Dorchester MA

Your Search for the Perfect Home Ends Here! Cozy, 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment featuring beautiful flooring, fresh paint, and bright, comfortable living spaces! Conveniently located near grocery stores, restaurants, and public transportation. Cats Welcome! NO Security Deposit! All Housing Vouchers Welcome! Ready to make this your new home? Contact TIG Management to schedule a tour today! Call or text: 857-385-8577 Email: **** Spanish- and Haitian Creole-speaking agents are available to assist you!


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 971-973 Blue Hill Ave Dorchester MA is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 971-973 Blue Hill Ave Dorchester MA 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 971-973 Blue Hill Ave Dorchester MA
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.
971-973 Blue Hill Ave Dorchester MA 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.
971-973 Blue Hill Ave Dorchester MA goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 971-973 Blue Hill Ave Dorchester MA 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.
971-973 Blue Hill Ave Dorchester MA 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 971-973 Blue Hill Ave Dorchester MA does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
971-973 Blue Hill Ave Dorchester MA provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

971-973 Blue Hill Ave Dorchester MA is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet supply store near the property

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 971-973 Blue Hill Ave Dorchester MA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 266 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 miles away
Distance from grocery stores
The nearest grocery store is 4.3 miles away

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Rent trends in Franklin Field South

2-bedroom apartments at 971-973 Blue Hill Ave Dorchester MA cost about 12% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Franklin Field South.

Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
Franklin Field South
Boston
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Boston
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$2,938
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$2,926
February 2026$2,943
March 2026$3,021
April 2026$2,998
May 2026$2,999
June 2026$2,950
July 2026$2,915
August 2026$2,963
September 2026$2,997
October 2026$3,016
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Franklin Field South
MonthMedian Rent
August 2025$2,200
September 2025$2,200

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 971 Blue Hill Ave?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$112,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $112,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,800.
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Schools near 971-973 Blue Hill Ave Dorchester MA

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 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 Allston Head Start

41 quint ave

allston, MA, 2134

PKPublic
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Getting around Dorchester near 971 Blue Hill Ave

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate 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 971 Blue Hill Ave, Dorchester

Groceries

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

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

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

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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