
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Amherst, MA (35 Rentals)


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133 South East Commons

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One University Drive South

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Amherst, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Amherst?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Amherst Studio Apartments | $1,834 | $1,300 | $2,405 |
Amherst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,079 | $1,575 | $2,608 |
Amherst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,411 | $799 | $3,575 |
Amherst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,671 | $850 | $3,840 |
Amherst 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,436 | $1,557 | $3,765 |
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Amherst 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: July 29, 2025There are currently 13 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Amherst, MA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,575 to $2,608. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Amherst with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:
Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
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Amherst Center | 9 | $2,000 | $1,575 |
North Amherst | 4 | $2,295 | $1,630 |
Largest Available Amherst 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Amherst, MA is found at Meadowview Apartments in the Amherst Center neighborhood and is 875 square feet priced from $1,750. Eleven East Pleasant in the North Amherst neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 604 square feet and currently listed start at $2,385. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Amherst:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Meadowview Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 875 Sq Ft | $1,750 |
Eleven East Pleasant | One Bedroom | 604 Sq Ft | $2,385 |
Fieldstone - Slate Undergraduate Housing | One Bedroom B | 598 Sq Ft | $2,533 |
One University Drive South | 1X1 C | 587 Sq Ft | $1,925 |
Pleasant Hill Apartments | One Bedroom | 480 Sq Ft | $1,825 |
Aspen Chase | The Dickenson | 400 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
Cheapest Available Amherst 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 29, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Amherst, MA is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $1,750 at Meadowview Apartments in the Amherst Center neighborhood. The second most affordable Amherst 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Model at Pleasant Hill Apartments starting at $1,825 in the North Amherst neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Amherst is currently $2,079. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Amherst:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Meadowview Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $1,750 |
Pleasant Hill Apartments | One Bedroom | $1,825 |
One University Drive South | 1x1 E | $1,925 |
Eleven East Pleasant | One Bedroom | $2,385 |
Fieldstone - Slate Undergraduate Housing | One Bedroom B | $2,533 |
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Walk Score®
58 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
56 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Amherst Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Amherst with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Amherst is at Meadowview Apartments listed at $1,750.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Amherst Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Amherst is $2,079.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Amherst Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Amherst is a 875 square feet unit starting from $1,750 at Meadowview Apartments.
What is the average size for Amherst 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Amherst is currently 1,400 sq ft.
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