
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chelmsford, MA (132 Rentals)


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Chelmsford, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chelmsford?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Chelmsford Studio Apartments | $2,056 | $1,195 | $4,947 |
Chelmsford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,380 | $1,425 | $4,981 |
Chelmsford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,905 | $1,600 | $5,525 |
Chelmsford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,068 | $2,400 | $5,080 |
Chelmsford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,075 | $2,950 | $3,200 |
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Chelmsford 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: June 29, 2025There are currently 48 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Chelmsford, MA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,425 to $4,981. 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 |
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South Chelmsford | 30 | $2,370 | $1,425 |
East Chelmsford | 18 | $2,331 | $1,625 |
Largest Available Chelmsford 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Chelmsford, MA is found at The Residences at Crosspoint in the Highlands neighborhood and is 2,210 square feet priced from $2,306. Loft Two Seven in the Downtown Lowell neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,537 square feet and currently listed start at $2,699. 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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The Residences at Crosspoint | One Bedroom | 2,210 Sq Ft | $2,306 |
Loft Two Seven | Loft 27 Hamilton One Bedroom plus Den | 1,537 Sq Ft | $2,699 |
Waterhead | Assabet | 1,058 Sq Ft | $2,645 |
Alexan Chelmsford | A9 | 846 Sq Ft | $2,720 |
Kent Apartments | One Bedroom | 640 Sq Ft | $1,425 |
Pine Walk | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 630 Sq Ft | $1,695 |
Middlesex Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 600 Sq Ft | $1,750 |
Morris Garden Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 560 Sq Ft | $1,695 |
Cheapest Available Chelmsford 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 29, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Chelmsford, MA is the One Bedroom Model starting from $1,425 at Kent Apartments 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 $2,380. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Chelmsford:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Kent Apartments | One Bedroom | $1,425 |
Morris Garden Apartments | One Bed One Bath | $1,695 |
Pine Walk | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $1,695 |
Stevens Street Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,750 |
Middlesex Gardens | 1 Bedroom | $1,750 |
Hallmark Village and Northwood Common | 1 Bedroom | $1,799 |
Cabot Crossing | The Hamilton Premium Plus | $2,029 |
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Getting Around Chelmsford, MA
Walk Score®
43 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
40 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 Kent Apartments listed at $1,425.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Chelmsford Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Chelmsford is $2,380.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Chelmsford Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chelmsford is a 2,210 square feet unit starting from $2,306 at The Residences at Crosspoint.
What is the average size for Chelmsford 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Chelmsford is currently 630 sq ft.
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