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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Hardwood floors
  • No utilities included
  • Easy access

Location

971-973 Blue Hill Avenue, Dorchester, Massachusetts 02124, United States|Franklin Field South
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Management

TIG Management LLC

Leasing office

(857) 385-8577

Property Overview

The property at 971-973 Blue Hill Ave in Dorchester, MA, features beautiful hardwood floors and a spacious layout with 4 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Located near a variety of restaurants, it offers easy access to local amenities. With a strong expert rating, it stands out for its attractive combination of space and location.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 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

  • Dishwasher
  • Pet friendly

Floor plans

3BDR3 bed1 bath1,200 sqft$3,500 /mo1 unit availableThis building consists of 8 Residential Apartments. Located right on Blue Hill Ave you will be able to find many Convenience stores and family-owned food businesses. Easy Access to public transportation. All units in this property have Hardwood floors and are freshly painted. Cats and small dogs are welcomed. No Utilities are included. If you are interested in renting in this location please contact TIG Management. Our phone number is 617-474-9099. Or email us at ****.

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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

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Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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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

This building consists of 8 Residential Apartments. Located right on Blue Hill Ave you will be able to find many Convenience stores and family-owned food businesses. Easy Access to public transportation. All units in this property have Hardwood floors and are freshly painted. Cats and small dogs are welcomed. No Utilities are included. If you are interested in renting in this location please contact TIG Management. Our phone number is 617-474-9099. Or email us at ****.


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 971-973 Blue Hill Ave Dorchester MA is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
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.

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

Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 mile away

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Rent trends in Franklin Field South

3-bedroom apartments at 971-973 Blue Hill Ave Dorchester MA cost about 4% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Franklin Field South.

Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
Franklin Field South
Boston
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Boston
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$2,990
January 2024$3,000
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
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

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$140,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $140,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,500.
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Schools near 971-973 Blue Hill Ave Dorchester MA

Horace Mann School for the Deaf

40 armington st

allston, MA, 2134

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Getting around Dorchester near 971-973 Blue Hill Avenue

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 971-973 Blue Hill Avenue, 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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