35 Elmdale St, # 1, Boston, MA 02122

Renovated 3BR | 1 Bath | In-Unit Laundry | Shared Backyard | No Broker Fee | Pope's Hill, Dorchester | Available 9/1 Welcome to 35 Elmdale St #1 a beautifully renovated, light-filled first-floor apartment in the Pope's Hill section of Dorchester, one of Boston's most affordable and rapidly evolving neighborhoods. Offering 966 square feet across three large bedrooms, a full bathroom, gleaming hardwood floors throughout, and a shared backyard and patio area, this home strikes the perfect balance of classic Dorchester character and modern renovation quality. The Unit The updated kitchen features quartz countertops, new cabinetry, a gas stove, and stainless steel appliances including a dishwasher thoughtfully renovated and fully move-in ready. A bright, light-filled living room anchors the main floor, and all three bedrooms are generously sized an uncommon feature at this price point. Gleaming hardwood floors run throughout the entire apartment. A full-size in-unit washer and dryer means laundry is always convenient and private. Step outside to enjoy the shared backyard and patio a lovely outdoor retreat ideal for warm-weather dining, grilling, entertaining, or simply unwinding after a long day. Gas heat keeps things warm and efficient all winter. Parking Free, untimed, no-permit-required on-street parking is available right outside a genuine amenity in Boston that savvy renters know to value. Getting Around This address puts you in a strong position for car-free commuting. Shawmut station serves the Ashmont branch of the MBTA Red Line and is located on Dayton Street in the Dorchester neighborhood. It is approximately a 10 12 minute walk from Elmdale Street. From Shawmut, the Red Line runs directly to JFK/UMass, South Station, Downtown Crossing, Park Street, Charles/MGH, and beyond, with typical travel times of about 15 minutes to South Station and 20 minutes to Park Street. MBTA bus routes 19, 22, and 23 also serve the Shawmut area along Dorchester Avenue, providing additional connections to Ashmont, Fields Corner, and Nubian Square. The Ashmont Red Line station is also within easy reach, and Dorchester is served by the MBTA Red Line, the Fairmount Line of the MBTA Commuter Rail, and extensive bus service. The Fairmount Commuter Rail's Talbot Avenue station, offering service directly to South Station, is also in the neighborhood. For drivers, I-93 is easily accessible from Morrissey Boulevard, making downtown Boston and the South Shore both quick trips. The Neighborhood In the southernmost part of Boston's Dorchester community lies the neighborhood of Neponset-Port Norfolk a waterside sanctuary nicknamed "The Port," with a favorable location along the Neponset River and close access to roughly 100 acres of waterfront recreation space. Tenean Beach provides a sandy shoreline with panoramic views of the Neponset River, and Joseph Finnegan Park offers walking paths with beautiful waterfront scenery. The Lower Neponset River Trail runs through the area, connecting walkers and cyclists to Pope John Paul II Park a 65-acre DCR park along the river with athletic fields, picnic areas, and a dog-friendly running loop. The Adams Village dining corridor along Adams Street is a 5-minute drive or accessible by bus, with a strong lineup of neighborhood favorites. Landmark Public House at 772 Adams Street sits right in the heart of Adams Village, serving upscale pub fare and wood-fired pizza in a spacious, welcoming space open late nightly. Molinari's is another Adams Village standout, beloved locally for its Italian-American classics and warm, neighborhood atmosphere. Greenhills Irish Bakery on Adams Street is a neighborhood institution, drawing loyal regulars for its scratch-made breads, pastries, and fresh deli sandwiches. Dorset Hall on Neponset Avenue rounds out the local scene with a lively bar open until 1 AM and a menu featuring standout mussels and short ribs. Lambert's Rainbow Market, a family-owned neighborhood grocery, is another area mainstay. Target, Stop & Shop, and CVS are all just minutes away for everyday errands. The Details 3 Bedrooms (all large) | 1 Full Bathroom 966 sq ft | First floor of a 2-family building Updated kitchen: quartz countertops, new cabinets, gas stove, stainless steel appliances, dishwasher Hardwood floors throughout Full-size in-unit washer/dryer Shared backyard and patio Gas heat Free, untimed, no-permit on-street parking Owners pays for water, sewer and landscaping. Tenants are responsible for electricity and gas. First, last and security deposit due at signing. No smoking. No broker fee. Professionally managed building. All applications should be submitted online using the Apply Now link on the listing.