
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chelmsford, MA from $1,300 (33 Rentals)
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Coach House

151 Andover St

Hallmark Village and Northwood Common

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12 Grafton St, Unit 12

Hillcrest Gardens

Edgewood Gardens Embassy and Wilder Ridge
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Cabot Crossing

59 Nesmith St

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Chelmsford, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chelmsford?
Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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Cheap Chelmsford Studio Apartments | $1,954 | $1,550 | $2,320 |
Cheap Chelmsford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,430 | $1,500 | $3,060 |
Cheap Chelmsford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,911 | $1,950 | $3,888 |
Cheap Chelmsford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,679 | $2,275 | $4,689 |
Cheap Chelmsford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,900 | $2,900 | $2,900 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Chelmsford, MA
Pricing Updated: 09/16/2025Current apartment rentals in the Chelmsford, MA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Chelmsford Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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East Chelmsford | $3,024 | $1,595 | 64 |
South Chelmsford | $3,978 | $1,500 | 189 |
Cheapest Available Chelmsford Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Chelmsford, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Edgewood Gardens Embassy and Wilder Ridge in the Highlands neighborhood priced from $1,677. Cabot Crossing in the Lower Belvidere neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,720. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chelmsford apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Edgewood Gardens Embassy and Wilder Ridge | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,677 |
Cabot Crossing | The Quilt Premium Plus | Studio,1BA | $1,720 |
HADLEY PARK APARTMENTS | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,785 |
59 Nesmith St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
Coach House | The Oak | Studio,1BA | $1,825 |
The Residences at Crosspoint | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,848 |
Kent Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Hallmark Village and Northwood Common | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Princeton Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom Dog Friendly | 2BR,1BA | $2,085 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chelmsford, MA
As of September 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chelmsford area is the $1.30 price per square foot 71 Bolton St Model at 71 Bolton St, Unit Apt1 in the in the Lower Belvidere neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Chelmsford apartment is the 117 Stevens St Model at 117 Stevens St, Unit 117 starting at $2,900 with a $1.80 price per square foot in the Highlands neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chelmsford apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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71 Bolton St, Unit Apt1 | 71 Bolton St | 3BR,1BA | $1.30 |
117 Stevens St, Unit 117 | 117 Stevens St | 3BR,1BA | $1.80 |
Grandview Apartments | A1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.58 |
Stevens Street Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
93 Whipple St, Unit 1 | 93 Whipple St | 3BR,1BA | $2.40 |
CARLTON PLACE | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
Princeton Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom Dog Friendly | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
Aspen Regency | $2.67/sq.ft. - Unit A | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
Hallmark Village and Northwood Common | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.60 |
12 Grafton St, Unit 12 | 12 Grafton St | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chelmsford Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Chelmsford?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Chelmsford is at Cabot Crossing listed at $1,720.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chelmsford Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chelmsford Apartment is $1,677 at Edgewood Gardens Embassy and Wilder Ridge.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Chelmsford Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Chelmsford is starting from $1,950 at Edgewood Gardens Embassy and Wilder Ridge.
What is the most affordable Chelmsford Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Chelmsford Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Alexan Chelmsford and starts from $3,968.
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