Columbia Flats
1258 Massachusetts Ave,
Dorchester, MA 02125
$2,600 - $3,500 | 1-2 Beds
People love living in Dorchester, and the Uphams Corner-Jones Hill section is no exception. Just a couple of blocks west of the University of Massachusetts Boston, Upham's Corner is a historic neighborhood located in Dorchester, roughly three miles south of Downtown Boston. The neighborhood is mostly residential, full of big, beautiful houses and several lush public parks. The northwest corner of the neighborhood contains a cluster of shops, cafes, and other businesses, as well as the Strand Theatre, a historic, beautifully restored performing arts venue.
Upham's Corner contains the oldest house in Boston, the James Blake House, built in 1661. It is also the location of the Dorchester North Burying Ground, dating back to 1633 and containing some of Dorchester's most famous founding citizens, including William Stoughton -- the Chief Justice during the Salem witch trials of 1692. This burial ground also contains 40 unknown Revolutionary War soldiers.
Upham's Corner is very walkable and bicycle-friendly with dedicated bike lanes. Mass transit is also available with MBTA. The train is available from the Uphams Corner station, located off Dudley Street. In addition to UMass Boston, Upham's Corner is convenient to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library, Joe Moakley Park, the historic Strand Theater, Carson Beach, and Harbor Walk.
As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in Uphams Corner is $1,671 for a studio, $1,493 for one bedroom, $1,753 for two bedrooms, and $1,997 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Uphams Corner has increased by 0.6% in the past year.
Studio
496 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,671/month
Average Rent
1 BR
620 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,493/month
Average Rent
2 BR
786 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,753/month
Average Rent
3 BR
1,071 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,997/month
Average Rent
Very Walkable
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If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Good Transit
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The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.
Bikeable
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While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
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