
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chelmsford, MA (168 Rentals)


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The Meadows

Beaver Brook Crossing Apartments

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The Kinloch

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Kensington at Chelmsford

Mill and 3 Apartments

Coach House

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The Commons at Drum Hill

7 Wilson St

2-9 Central Sq
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Courtyard Condominium

Woodcrest Condominiums

44 Central Sq

241 Littleton Rd

Chelmsford Woods Residences

Aspen Regency

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The Point at 3 North

Princeton Westford

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The Residences at Crosspoint

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Alexan Chelmsford
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Cabot Crossing

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Loft Two Seven

Princeton Park Apartments

Hallmark Village and Northwood Common

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Middlesex Gardens

River Crossing

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165 Thorndike Street

York Apartments

Morris Garden Apartments

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201 Canal
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Kent Apartments

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126 Branch St

270 Nesmith St

449 Central St

Nesmith Estates

The Hazlewood

36 Powell Street

261 Stackpole St

173 & 189 E Merrimack St, Lowell MA 01852

Princeton Court
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388 E Merrimack St

190-202 Middlesex St

129 Westford St

1149 Middlesex St

142 Chestnut St

59 Temple St

11 Station St

172 Nesmith St

1301 Middlesex St

87-89 Bellevue St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chelmsford?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chelmsford Studio Apartments | $1,975 | $1,550 | $2,426 |
Chelmsford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,448 | $1,625 | $3,220 |
| Chelmsford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,916 | $1,800 | $4,078 |
| Chelmsford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,472 | $2,300 | $4,608 |
| Chelmsford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,000 | $2,800 | $3,200 |
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Chelmsford 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: February 24, 2026There are currently 133 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Chelmsford, MA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,625 to $3,220. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Chelmsford with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Chelmsford | 96 | $2,490 | $1,625 |
| East Chelmsford | 37 | $2,175 | $1,641 |
Largest Available Chelmsford 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Chelmsford, MA is found at Loft Two Seven in the Downtown Lowell neighborhood and is 1,324 square feet priced from $2,120. 3 Meeting House Rd in the Outer Greater Merrimack Valley neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 980 square feet and currently listed start at $3,000. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Chelmsford:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loft Two Seven | Loft 27 Davis One Bedroom | 1,324 Sq Ft | $2,120 |
| 3 Meeting House Rd | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 980 Sq Ft | $3,000 |
| Alexan Chelmsford | A7 | 914 Sq Ft | $2,810 |
| Aspen Regency | $2.70/sq.ft. - Unit A | 862 Sq Ft | $2,325 |
| The Point at 3 North | Dolman | 845 Sq Ft | $2,605 |
| The Residences at Crosspoint | One Bedroom | 825 Sq Ft | $2,333 |
| The Kinloch | Inverness | 809 Sq Ft | $2,600 |
| Waterhead | Concord | 625 Sq Ft | $2,305 |
| Morris Garden Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 560 Sq Ft | $1,695 |
Cheapest Available Chelmsford 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of February 24, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Chelmsford, MA is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $1,625 at Middlesex Gardens in the Outer Greater Merrimack Valley neighborhood. The second most affordable Chelmsford 1 Bedroom is the One Bed One Bath Model at Morris Garden Apartments starting at $1,695 in the Highlands neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Chelmsford is currently $2,448. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Chelmsford:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Middlesex Gardens | 1 Bedroom | $1,625 |
| Morris Garden Apartments | One Bed One Bath | $1,695 |
| Cabot Crossing | The Appleton Premium Plus | $1,706 |
| IMPERIAL GARDENS | One Bedroom | $1,775 |
| Coach House | The Willow | $1,843 |
| Kent Apartments | One Bedroom | $1,850 |
| York Apartments | One Bedroom | $1,980 |
| Loft Two Seven | Loft 27 Davis One Bedroom | $2,120 |
| The Commons at Drum Hill | One Bedroom Renovated | $2,169 |
| Waterhead | Concord | $2,305 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Chelmsford Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Chelmsford with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Chelmsford is at Middlesex Gardens listed at $1,625.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Chelmsford Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Chelmsford is $2,448.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Chelmsford Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chelmsford is a 1,324 square feet unit starting from $2,120 at Loft Two Seven.
What is the average size for Chelmsford 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Chelmsford is currently 2,947 sq ft.
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