
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chelmsford, MA (178 Rentals)


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The Meadows

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Beaver Brook Crossing Apartments

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The Kinloch

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Kensington at Chelmsford

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The Commons at Drum Hill

Mill and 3 Apartments

Coach House

101 Boston Rd, Unit Sarah, Unit Sarah

71 North Road, Unit 71 North Road #1, Unit 71 North Road #1
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37 Glen Ave

2-9 Central Sq

44 Central Sq

Courtyard Condominium

Woodcrest Condominiums

241 Littleton Rd

Chelmsford Woods Residences

Aspen Regency

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The Point at 3 North

Princeton Westford
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Alexan Chelmsford

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Loft Two Seven

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The Residences at Crosspoint

Princeton Park Apartments

Isobel Lofts

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Cabot Crossing

Edgewood Gardens Embassy and Wilder Ridge Apartments

Hallmark Village and Northwood Common

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River Crossing

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Thorndike Exchange
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33-35 State St

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201 Canal

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Kent Apartments

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58 Call St, Unit 58B, Unit 58B

973 Central St, Unit 3

714 Chelmsford St, Unit 304

714 Chelmsford St, Unit 102

716 Chelmsford St, Unit 301

24 Lyon St
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85 Sherman St

240 Jackson St

261 Stackpole St

36 Powell Street

Nesmith Estates

The Hazlewood

173 & 189 E Merrimack St, Lowell MA 01852

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Mill Falls Apartments

Woodland Park
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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 | $2,049 | $1,650 | $2,560 |
Chelmsford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,454 | $1,060 | $3,192 |
| Chelmsford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,988 | $1,800 | $4,233 |
| Chelmsford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,905 | $2,100 | $4,533 |
| Chelmsford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,700 | $2,600 | $2,800 |
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Chelmsford 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: May 26, 2026There are currently 161 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Chelmsford, MA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,060 to $3,192. 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 | 125 | $2,563 | $1,060 |
| East Chelmsford | 36 | $2,160 | $1,450 |
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 $2,470. 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 $2,800. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Chelmsford:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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| Loft Two Seven | Loft 27 Davis One Bedroom | 1,324 Sq Ft | $2,470 |
| 3 Meeting House Rd | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 980 Sq Ft | $2,800 |
| Alexan Chelmsford | A8 | 917 Sq Ft | $3,010 |
| Thorndike Exchange | 1 bed/ 1 bath B | 852 Sq Ft | $2,500 |
| The Kinloch | Inverness | 809 Sq Ft | $2,520 |
| 33-35 State St | 1 Bedroom | 800 Sq Ft | $2,000 |
| CARLTON PLACE | 1 Bedroom | 769 Sq Ft | $2,099 |
| The Point at 3 North | Becket | 754 Sq Ft | $2,597 |
| The Residences at Crosspoint | One Bedroom | 744 Sq Ft | $2,358 |
| Morris Garden Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 560 Sq Ft | $1,450 |
Cheapest Available Chelmsford 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of May 26, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Chelmsford, MA is the One Bed One Bath Model starting from $1,450 at Morris Garden Apartments in the Highlands neighborhood. The second most affordable Chelmsford 1 Bedroom is the The Appleton Premium Plus Model at Cabot Crossing starting at $1,740 in the Lower Belvidere neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Chelmsford is currently $2,454. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Chelmsford:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Morris Garden Apartments | One Bed One Bath | $1,450 |
| Cabot Crossing | The Appleton Premium Plus | $1,740 |
| Hallmark Village and Northwood Common | 1 Bedroom | $1,789 |
| River Crossing | 1 Bedroom | $1,790 |
| IMPERIAL GARDENS | One Bedroom | $1,800 |
| Westford Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $1,875 |
| Kent Apartments | One Bedroom | $1,875 |
| York Apartments | One Bedroom | $1,985 |
| 33-35 State St | 1 Bedroom | $2,000 |
| The Meadows | One Bedroom - Classic | $2,042 |
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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 Morris Garden Apartments listed at $1,450.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Chelmsford Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Chelmsford is $2,454.
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 $2,470 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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