
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Amherst Neighborhood of Amherst, MA from $700 (9 Rentals)
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North Square Apartments at The Mill District

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One East Pleasant

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410 Old Montague Rd

Kendrick Place

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76 Cushman Rd
North Amherst, Amherst, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Amherst?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Amherst Studio Apartments | $2,209 | $1,863 | $2,475 |
| North Amherst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,361 | $1,670 | $2,660 |
| North Amherst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,350 | $799 | $3,630 |
| North Amherst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,711 | $825 | $3,940 |
| North Amherst 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,640 | $1,603 | $1,665 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North Amherst Neighborhood of Amherst, MA.
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Cheapest Available North Amherst Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Amherst area of Amherst, MA is a 3 Beds unit found at North 116 Flats priced from $1,489. One East Pleasant has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,863. Here are the most affordable North Amherst apartments for rent in Amherst, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| North 116 Flats | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $1,489 |
| One East Pleasant | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,863 |
| Fieldstone - Slate Undergraduate Housing | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $2,405 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Amherst, MA
As of February 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Amherst area is the $3.58 price per square foot 3B Model at North Square Apartments at The Mill District in the in the North Amherst neighborhood starting from $3,940. The second greatest value North Amherst apartment is the Two Bedroom A Model at Fieldstone - Artisan Graduate Housing starting at $1,754 with a $2.23 price per square foot in the North Amherst neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Amherst apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Square Apartments at The Mill District | 3B | 3BR,2BA | $3.58 |
| Fieldstone - Artisan Graduate Housing | Two Bedroom A | 2BR,2BA | $2.23 |
| North 116 Flats | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.22 |
| Fieldstone - Slate Undergraduate Housing | Studio B | Studio ,1BA | $5.36 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNorth Amherst, Amherst, MA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Amherst Apartments
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North 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 17 regular apartments in North 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 North Amherst?
Cheap apartments in North Amherst have an average cost of $1,874 which is $1,821 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Amherst.
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