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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Amherst Center Neighborhood of Amherst, MA from $1,100 (16 Rentals)
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10 Belchertown Rd
AmherstMA01002
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Pleasant Hill Apartments
345 N Pleasant StAmherst, MA 01002
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from $1,6301 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Brandywine Apartments
15G BrandywineAmherst, MA 01002
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from $1,700Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
One University Drive South
1 University Dr SAmherst, MA 01002
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from $1,475Studio Apartments Contact Us For Availability
The Residences
401 Russell StHadley, MA 01035
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from $1,5501 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 7
University Crossing
36 Greenleaves DrHadley, MA 01035
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Amherst Center, Amherst, MA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Amherst Center?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amherst Center Studio Apartments | $1,773 | $1,125 | $2,405 |
| Amherst Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,138 | $1,550 | $2,825 |
| Amherst Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,494 | $1,703 | $3,575 |
| Amherst Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,169 | $2,521 | $3,900 |
| Amherst Center 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,997 | $1,557 | $4,500 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Amherst Center Neighborhood of Amherst, MA.
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Cheapest Available Amherst Center Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Amherst Center area of Amherst, MA is a Studio unit found at Pleasant Hill Apartments priced from $1,600. One University Drive South has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here are the most affordable Amherst Center apartments for rent in Amherst, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pleasant Hill Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| One University Drive South | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| One East Pleasant | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,875 |
| Aspen Chase | The Dickenson | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| 26 Spring Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Amherst Center, MA
As of June 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Amherst Center area is the $2.47 price per square foot Renovated 2 Bedroom Townhome Model at Meadowview Apartments in the in the Amherst Center neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value Amherst Center apartment is the 2 BEDROOM Model at Hawkins Meadow starting at $2,220 with a $2.42 price per square foot in the Amherst Center neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Amherst Center apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadowview Apartments | Renovated 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.47 |
| Hawkins Meadow | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| The Boulders | Renovated 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Fieldstone - Artisan Graduate Housing | Two Bedroom A | 2BR,2BA | $2.17 |
| 133 South East Commons | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
| Fieldstone - Slate Undergraduate Housing | One Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $4.24 |
| 11 E Pleasant St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.67 |
| Aspen Chase | The Dickenson | 1BR,1BA | $4.88 |
| One University Drive South | Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $4.82 |
| 26 Spring Street | Studio with Patio | Studio ,1BA | $6.52 |
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Best Local Schools in Amherst Center, Amherst, MA
Amherst Regional Middle School
Amherst-Pelham School District
Public School - Grades 7-8 (372)
4 out of 10
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Getting Around the Amherst Center Neighborhood in Amherst, MA
Walk Score®
65 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
58 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
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 Amherst Center Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Amherst Center?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Amherst Center is under $2,220.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Amherst Center?
The cheapest apartment in Amherst Center is Pleasant Hill Apartments which is listed at $1,850, while the average apartment in Amherst Center costs $3,695.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Amherst Center?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 18 regular apartments in Amherst Center that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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