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


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Amherst, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Amherst?
Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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Amherst Studio Apartments | $1,863 | $1,300 | $2,405 |
Amherst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,110 | $1,630 | $2,608 |
Amherst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,386 | $799 | $3,300 |
Amherst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,924 | $825 | $3,940 |
Amherst 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,820 | $3,365 | $4,365 |
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Amherst 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: September 14, 2025There are currently 10 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Amherst, MA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,630 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 | 5 | $2,140 | $1,630 |
North Amherst | 5 | $2,365 | $1,630 |
Largest Available Amherst 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Amherst, MA is found at Meadowview Apartments and is 875 square feet priced from $1,800. 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 Townhome | 875 Sq Ft | $1,800 |
Eleven East Pleasant | One Bedroom | 604 Sq Ft | $2,385 |
Fieldstone - Slate Undergraduate Housing | One Bedroom B | 598 Sq Ft | $2,608 |
North 116 Flats | A1 | 568 Sq Ft | $2,399 |
One University Drive South | 1x1 E | 561 Sq Ft | $1,925 |
Aspen Chase | The Dickenson | 400 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
Cheapest Available Amherst 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 14, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Amherst, MA is the 1 Bedroom Townhome Model starting from $1,800 at Meadowview Apartments . The second most affordable Amherst 1 Bedroom is the 1x1 E Model at One University Drive South starting at $1,925 in the Amherst Center neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Amherst is currently $2,110. 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 Townhome | $1,800 |
One University Drive South | 1x1 E | $1,925 |
One East Pleasant | One Bed | $2,140 |
Eleven East Pleasant | One Bedroom | $2,385 |
Fieldstone - Slate Undergraduate Housing | One Bedroom B | $2,608 |
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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 $1,800.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Amherst Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Amherst is $2,110.
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 $1,800 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 1,100 sq ft.
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