Ashmont

Boston, MA

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Ashmont - Boston, MA

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A tightly-knit community in lower Dorchester.

MBTA • Public Transportation • Historic • Medical • Hospital • Healthcare • Schools • Parks • Walkable •

Ashmont is a charming suburban district on the southern end of Boston’s Dorchester area. Several public parks are easily accessible from anywhere in the neighborhood, including the huge Dorchester Park to the south and Roberts Playground on the west side.

Walking to the numerous schools and libraries is a breeze, and the rows of shops, cafes, and pubs along Adams Street and Dorchester Avenue can be quickly reached on foot as well. With Carney Hospital nearby, Ashmont is an excellent location for healthcare professionals.

Downtown Boston is only about twenty minutes away by car, and MBTA Red Line service puts the whole city at your fingertips even without the use of a personal vehicle.

Rent Trends

As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in Ashmont is $1,595 for a studio, $2,469 for one bedroom, $3,727 for two bedrooms, and $6,324 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Ashmont has increased by 1.1% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 449 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,595/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 690 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,469/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,070 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $3,727/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,609 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $6,324/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

78

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

81

Excellent Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.

52

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Points of Interest

Shopping Centers

Parks and Recreation

  • Franklin Park Zoo
  • Lower Neponset River Trail
  • Mass Audubon's Boston Nature Center and Wildlife Sanctuary
  • Dorchester Shores Reservation
  • Squantum Point Park

Transit / Subway

Commuter Rail

Airports

  • General Edward Lawrence Logan International

Colleges

Top Apartments in Ashmont

The Frances at Ashmont Flats

The Frances at Ashmont Flats

1970 Dorchester Ave,
Boston, MA 02124

Call for Rent | Studio - 1 Bed

1943 DOT Ave

1943 DOT Ave

1943 Dorchester Ave,
Dorchester, MA 02124

$2,100 | Studio - 2 Beds

Adams Village

Adams Village

725 Adams St,
Dorchester, MA 02122

$2,005 - $2,735 | Studio - 2 Beds

Dorset Square Residences

Dorset Square Residences

15 Argyle Ter,
Dorchester, MA 02124

$2,120 - $2,200 | 1 Bed

Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home

Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home

17 Berkshire St,
Boston, MA 02141

$1,450 | 3 Beds

Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home

Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home

19 Berkshire St,
Boston, MA 02141

$1,550 | 3 Beds

699 Adams St

699 Adams St

699 Adams St,
Boston, MA 02122

$2,900 | 2 Beds

Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home

Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home

17 Berkshire St,
Boston, MA 02141

$1,550 | 3 Beds

Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home

Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home

17 Berkshire St,
Boston, MA 02141

$1,400 | 3 Beds

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