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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Amherst?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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| Cheap Amherst Studio Apartments | $2,079 | $1,750 | $2,550 |
| Cheap Amherst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,233 | $1,670 | $2,775 |
| Cheap Amherst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,431 | $799 | $3,825 |
| Cheap Amherst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,971 | $825 | $4,599 |
| Cheap Amherst 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,432 | $1,603 | $4,900 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Amherst, MA
Pricing Updated: 02/26/2026Current apartment rentals in the Amherst, 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 Amherst Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| North Amherst | $3,247 | $799 | 19 |
| Amherst Center | $4,155 | $1,600 | 44 |
Cheapest Available Amherst Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Amherst, MA is a 3 Beds unit found at North 116 Flats in the North Amherst neighborhood priced from $1,489. Meadowview Apartments in the Amherst Center neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Amherst apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| North 116 Flats | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $1,489 |
| Meadowview Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| One East Pleasant | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,864 |
| 26 Spring | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,875 |
| Alpine Commons | The Hampshire | Studio,1BA | $1,890 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Amherst, MA
As of February 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Amherst area is the $2.60 price per square foot 3 Bedroom with Foyer Model at Mill Valley Estates in the in the Amherst Center neighborhood starting from $3,100. The second greatest value Amherst apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at University Crossing starting at $2,099 with a $1.76 price per square foot in the Amherst Center neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Amherst apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Mill Valley Estates | 3 Bedroom with Foyer | 3BR,2BA | $2.60 |
| University Crossing | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| North Square Apartments at The Mill District | 3E | 3BR,2BA | $3.31 |
| Brandywine Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Rolling Green Apartments | 2 Bedroom - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Hawkins Meadow | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Meadowview Apartments | 1 Bedroom Townhome | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.17 |
| The Boulders | Renovated 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Fieldstone - Artisan Graduate Housing | Two Bedroom A | 2BR,2BA | $2.23 |
| One University Drive South | 1X1 D | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Amherst Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Amherst?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Amherst is under $2,090.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Amherst?
The cheapest apartment in Amherst is Meadowview Apartments which is listed at $1,900, while the average apartment in Amherst costs $3,701.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Amherst?
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 40 regular apartments in Amherst that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Amherst?
Cheap apartments in Amherst have an average cost of $1,602 which is $2,099 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Amherst.
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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.
A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.
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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.