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 November 2024, the average apartment rent in Ashmont is $1,606 for a studio, $2,453 for one bedroom, $3,704 for two bedrooms, and $6,439 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Ashmont has increased by 1.2% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 453 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,606/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 687 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,453/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,063 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $3,704/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,610 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $6,439/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

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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

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

Airports

  • General Edward Lawrence Logan International

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