
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Acton, MA from $1,200 (29 Rentals)
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446 Massachusetts Ave

Iris Court Apartments

Assabet Gardens
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3 Drummer Rd

276 Main St
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773 Massachusetts Ave

Elizabeth Brook Apartments

15 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 5

6 West St, Unit Excellent location

Warner Woods

32 Sudbury St
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17 Stevens St

10 Leonard Rd

8 Groton-Harvard Rd

24 Spencer Rd

11 Fitchburg Rd
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50 Spencer Rd
Acton, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Acton?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Acton Studio Apartments | $1,948 | $1,695 | $2,250 |
Cheap Acton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,863 | $1,500 | $7,324 |
Cheap Acton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,374 | $1,750 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Acton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,049 | $1,850 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Acton, MA
Pricing Updated: 07/24/2025Current apartment rentals in the Acton, MA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Acton Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Carlisle | $3,563 | $1,799 | 20 |
Cheapest Available Acton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Acton, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Elizabeth Brook Apartments in the Arbor Glen neighborhood priced from $1,610. Spring Hill Commons in the Robbins Mill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,799. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Acton apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Elizabeth Brook Apartments | 1 Bedroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,610 |
Spring Hill Commons | 3441M110S | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
Assabet Gardens | One Bed Jr | Studio,1BA | $1,799 |
Acton Coach Estates | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Iris Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom Model B | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Warner Woods | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
Hemlock Lane Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,200 |
Bell Westford | Denver 2 | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
Azalea Court Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Acton, MA
As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Acton area is the $2.33 price per square foot 1 Bedroom Model at Wedgewood Common Apartments in the in the Elmwood neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Acton apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Acton Coach Estates starting at $2,255 with a $2.60 price per square foot in the Robbins Mill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Acton apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Wedgewood Common Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.33 |
Acton Coach Estates | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.60 |
Dover Heights | The Boxborough | 2BR,1BA | $3.22 |
Village Green at Littleton | One Bedroom Basil | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
Hemlock Lane Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.75 |
Azalea Court Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.75 |
Iris Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom Model B | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
Assabet Gardens | One Bed Jr | Studio ,1BA | $2.81 |
Spring Hill Commons | 3441M110S | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
Elizabeth Brook Apartments | 1 Bedroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
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Best Local Schools in Acton, MA
Paul P Gates Elementary School
Acton-Boxborough Regional High
Raymond J Grey Junior High
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Getting Around Acton, MA
Walk Score®
38 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
37 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Acton Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Acton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Acton Apartment is $1,610 at Elizabeth Brook Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Acton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Acton is starting from $1,920 at Elizabeth Brook Apartments.
What is the most affordable Acton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Acton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Wedgewood Common Apartments and starts from $3,200.
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