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  • 55col

    55 Colonial Ave, Dorchester, MA 02124

    Located in South Dorchester, Boston zip code 02124
    Apartment building
    6–unit building
    800 sqft
    2–3 bedrooms
    1 bathroom

    What's special

    Located in Dorchester Center, this is a top floor two bedroom unit has a bonus room! The unit has been freshly painted and the floors have been refinished. The connecting kitchen and living room floor plan is perfect for families. The property has a small rear yard. GB Management is available 24/7 for maintenance emergencies.

    Neighborhood: South Dorchester

    Areas of interest

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    Building Location

    Getting around

    Walk Score®
     / 100
    Very Walkable
    Bike Score®
     / 100
    Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Dorchester

    Lee Academy
    Grades PK-3 • 0.4 miles
    2/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    2/10
    Lee K-8 School
    Grades PK-8 • 0.2 miles
    3/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    1/10
    Student Progress Rating
    4/10
    Techboston Academy
    Grades 7-12 • 0.4 miles
    3/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    1/10
    College Readiness Rating
    1/10
    Student Progress Rating
    5/10

    South Dorchester spans a broad part of Boston south of downtown, with residential streets, busy commercial corridors, and access to the Neponset River and its greenway. New England seasons bring warm summers and cold, snowy winters. Franklin Park, on the neighborhood’s western edge, offers wooded paths and open space, while the Neponset River Greenway provides a scenic route for walking and biking. The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum sits nearby on Columbia Point, where the harbor shapes the landscape. Dining and coffee options range from casual local spots to restaurants along Dorchester Avenue, and shopping clusters around neighborhood centers such as Fields Corner and Ashmont. The area’s history is reflected in its longstanding streetcar corridors and historic buildings. Red Line stations and bus routes connect South Dorchester with other parts of Boston. South Dorchester’s median rent is $3,100 per month, with a typical range of $700 to $8,014.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Where is 55col located, and what is the neighborhood like?

    55col is located at 55 Colonial Ave in South Dorchester, Dorchester, MA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Down Home Delivery & Catering, Starbucks, and Tavolo Ristorante.

    What is the average rent in Dorchester, MA?

    Based on the latest Zillow data, the median rent across all unit types in the South Dorchester neighborhood of Dorchester is currently $3,100 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.

    What schools are assigned to 55col?

    The schools assigned to 55col include Lee Academy, Lee K-8 School, and Techboston Academy.

    What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 55col?

    55col is located near 5 grocery stores, including Star Market (1 mile) and Truong Thinh Super Market (1 mile). Additional shopping options, including CVS Pharmacy, are approximately 0.4 miles away.

    What hospitals and medical facilities are near 55col?

    The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 55col include Harvard Street Neighborhood Health Center (0.9 miles away), St. Joseph Rehab (0.9 miles away), and Bowdoin St. Health Center (1 mile away).

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