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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly

Location

1220 Adams St, Boston, MA 02124, USA|Dorchester
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Management

Wingate Management Co., LLC*

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Leasing office

(978) 384-5945

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Property Overview

Baker Chocolate Factory is a highly rated, competitively priced property, earning a 9.6/10 overall with exceptional 10/10 scores for amenities, location, and quality, and a strong 9/10 for trustworthiness. Residents can expect premier amenities, convenient access to popular destinations, pet-friendly living supported by nearby pet supply stores, outdoor spaces, and distinctive exposed brick walls, though public transportation is a bit farther away at just over 2.3 miles.

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

9.6
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.6 out of 10 overall rating, Baker Chocolate Factory is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Amenities and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.

Things you’ll love

  • Images Available
  • Laundry available on site
  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1/11 bed1 bath586+ sqft$2,780–$2,825 /mo3 units available
2/1.52 bed1.5 bath900 sqft$3,560 /mo1 unit available
2/12 bed1 bath968 sqft$3,595 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Baker Chocolate Factory

Apartment Amenities

1st Floor2nd Floor
Air ConditioningExposed Beams
Exposed BrickHeat
High CeilingsHot Water
Large BathroomPremium Bathroom
Trash IncludedVaulted Ceiling
View - River

Building

Business CenterCats OK
Dogs OKFitness Center
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Barbecue/Picnic AreaFire Pit
Garage ParkingOutdoor Gazebo
Outdoor Space

Services

Package Service
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.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Garage Lot

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Garage Lot

Parking Fee

Monthly. 2 garage lots max. Unassigned parking.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2
Breed restrictionsYes

1 dog and 1 cat allowed. Pet Rent $100. Please call our Leasing Office for complete Pet Policy information.

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 cats max.

$200

Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 dogs max.

$200

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Building details

Property details

Year built1806
Units133
Lease terms6–12 months
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About Baker Chocolate Factory

HomeApartments in BostonDorchester Baker Chocolate Factory

At the edge of Boston, where the Neponset River flows through Lower Mills, stands a place where history lives. The Baker Chocolate Factory isn’t just a building — it’s a chapter in our nation’s story as one of the oldest and most successful chocolate mills in America. Built for an era of manufacturing, the historic mills have taken on new life as one-of-a-kind homes. Inside are studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments with original wood beams, exposed brick walls, and wide-open interiors where heritage has been preserved. We welcome you to be a part of our community and live as part of its enduring legacy.


Year Built: 1806

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.
9.6
/10
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.6 out of 10 overall rating, Baker Chocolate Factory is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Amenities and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.
How we rated Baker Chocolate Factory
Price·9A 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.
Baker Chocolate Factory stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A 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.
Baker Chocolate Factory stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Baker Chocolate Factory offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A 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.
Baker Chocolate Factory has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at Baker Chocolate Factory.
Trustworthiness·9A 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.
Baker Chocolate Factory has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

Baker Chocolate Factory is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 2 pet supply stores 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 Baker Chocolate Factory compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

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
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Package service
More secure storage for delivery
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Dorchester

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 2% higher than 1-bedrooms in Dorchester.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Baker Chocolate Factory to be 14% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Dorchester.

Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Dorchester
Boston
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Boston
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$2,800
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$2,926
February 2026$2,943
March 2026$3,021
April 2026$2,998
May 2026$2,997
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Dorchester
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$2,500
June 2024$2,500
August 2024$2,409
September 2024$2,109
October 2024$2,100
February 2025$2,600
March 2025$2,349
April 2025$2,280
February 2026$2,765
March 2026$2,727
April 2026$2,722
May 2026$2,699

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$109,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $109,600 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,740.
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Schools near Baker Chocolate Factory

ABCD Walnut Grove Head Start

22 elm hill ave

dorchester, MA, 2121

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

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 1220 Adams St

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1220 Adams St, Boston

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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