
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Boxborough, MA from $1,500 (30 Rentals)
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773 Massachusetts Ave

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Boxborough, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Boxborough?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boxborough Studio Apartments | $2,465 | $2,285 | $2,800 |
| Boxborough 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,643 | $1,500 | $3,955 |
| Boxborough 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,114 | $1,700 | $6,008 |
| Boxborough 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,783 | $3,770 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Boxborough Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Boxborough, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Parker Street Apartments in the Acton neighborhood priced from $1,500. Assabet Gardens in the Acton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Boxborough apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Parker Street Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,500 |
| Assabet Gardens | One Bed Deluxe | 1BR, 1BA | $1,725 |
| Spring Hill Commons | 3441M110S | 1BR, 1BA | $1,799 |
| Dover Heights | The Concord | 1BR, 1BA | $2,075 |
| Iris Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $2,195 |
| Hemlock Lane Apartments | One Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $2,200 |
| Avalon Acton | AF2-651 | 1BR, 1BA | $2,265 |
| Bell Westford | Denver 2 | Studio, 1BA | $2,290 |
| Halstead Maynard Crossing | 1 Bed/1 Bath-mA1C Income Restricted | 1BR, 1BA | $2,350 |
| Paddock Estates | A2 | 1BR, 1BA | $2,413 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Boxborough, MA and Nearby
As of September 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Boxborough area is the $1.78 price per square foot 2 bed 1.5 bath Model at Hawthorne Village in the Elmwood neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Boxborough apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Wedgewood Common Apartments in the Elmwood neighborhood starting at $3,200 with a $1.88 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Boxborough apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Hawthorne Village | 2 bed 1.5 bath | 2BR, 1.5BA | $1.78 |
| Wedgewood Common Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR, 1.5BA | $1.88 |
| Village Green at Littleton | Two Bedroom Myrtle | 2BR, 2BA | $2.46 |
| Assabet Gardens | Two Bed Deluxe | 2BR, 1BA | $2.10 |
| Pondside at Littleton | 2 Bed - 1 Bath Extra Vanity | 2BR, 1.5BA | $2.48 |
| Bradford Street Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $2.77 |
| Hemlock Lane Apartments | One Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $2.51 |
| Paddock Estates | A2 | 1BR, 1BA | $3.16 |
| Iris Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $2.93 |
| Parker Street Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $3.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Boxborough Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Boxborough Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Boxborough Apartment is $1,500 at Parker Street Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Boxborough Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Boxborough is starting from $1,700 at Parker Street Apartments.
What is the most affordable Boxborough Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Boxborough Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Prescott at Concord and starts from $3,830.
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