Cheap Homes for Rent in the Amherst Center Neighborhood of Amherst, MA from $1,700 (9 Rentals)

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property at 3 Southpoint Dr

$1,750

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$1,750

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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3 Southpoint Dr

AmherstMA01002
property at 22 Southpoint Dr

$1,750

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$1,750

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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22 Southpoint Dr

AmherstMA01002

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property at 4 Southpoint Dr

$1,750

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$1,750

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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4 Southpoint Dr

AmherstMA01002
property at 423 N East St

$1,975

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$1,975

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Sep 1

423 N East St

AmherstMA01002
property at 90 N Prospect St

$2,000

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$2,000

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Sep 1

90 N Prospect St

AmherstMA01002

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property at 82 Comins Rd

$2,100

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$2,100

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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82 Comins Rd

HadleyMA01035

Amherst Center, Amherst, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Amherst Center Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Amherst Center area of Amherst, MA is a 3 Beds unit found at 69 S Pleasant St priced from $912. Kendrick Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here are the most affordable Amherst Center apartments for rent in Amherst, MA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
69 S Pleasant StMGM buidling3BR,1BA$912
Kendrick Place4 bed / 2 bath - Private Bedroom4BR,2BA$1,450
The ResidencesStudioStudio,1BA$1,485

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Amherst Center, MA

As of August 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Amherst Center area is the $2.28 price per square foot 560 S East St Model at 560 S East St, Unit 560 in the in the Amherst Center neighborhood starting from $4,100. The second greatest value Amherst Center apartment is the 20 Hobart Ln Model at 20 Hobart Ln, Unit 20 Hobart starting at $3,200 with a $1.98 price per square foot in the North Amherst neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Amherst Center apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
560 S East St, Unit 560560 S East St4BR,2BA$2.28
20 Hobart Ln, Unit 20 Hobart20 Hobart Ln4BR,1.5BA$1.98
64 Summer St4 Bedroom4BR,2BA$2.50
Mill Valley Estates3 Bedroom with Foyer3BR,2BA$2.43
University Crossing3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.76
Meadowview ApartmentsRenovated 3 Bedroom Townhome3BR,1.5BA$2.28
Boltwood Place Apartments2 Bedroom - Unfurnished2BR,2BA$3.07
69 S Pleasant St263 Pleasant Northampton3BR,1BA$3.11
Hawkins Meadow2 BEDROOM2BR,1BA$2.23
The BouldersRenovated 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.41

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Amherst Center, Amherst, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Amherst Center

What type of rentals are currently available in Amherst Center?

There are currently 72 Apartments for Rent in Amherst Center, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,125 to $4,750. There are also 28 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Amherst Center ranging from $1,750 to $6,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Amherst Center?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Amherst Center ranges from $1,750 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,358.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Amherst Center?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Amherst Center range from $2,099 to $4,599, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,600 to $2,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,450.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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