
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chelmsford, MA from $1,300 (34 Rentals)
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Coach House

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Hillcrest Gardens

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1107 Lawrence St, Unit 1

265-267 Nesmith St

Middlesex Gardens

116 Appleton St
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114 Appleton St

Cabot Crossing

Hallmark Village and Northwood Common

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River Crossing

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66 Hanks St, Unit 1 Bedroom

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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Chelmsford Studio Apartments | $1,943 | $1,425 | $2,375 |
| Cheap Chelmsford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,382 | $1,560 | $3,190 |
| Cheap Chelmsford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,838 | $1,600 | $3,630 |
| Cheap Chelmsford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,188 | $2,150 | $4,683 |
| Cheap Chelmsford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,975 | $2,750 | $3,200 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Chelmsford, MA
Pricing Updated: 11/01/2025Current 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Chelmsford | $2,923 | $1,425 | 73 |
| South Chelmsford | $2,975 | $1,425 | 214 |
Cheapest Available Chelmsford Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Chelmsford, MA is a Studio unit found at Cabot Crossing in the Lower Belvidere neighborhood priced from $1,425. Hillcrest Gardens in the Lower Belvidere neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,599. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chelmsford apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cabot Crossing | The Quilt Premium Plus | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
| Hillcrest Gardens | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,599 |
| Middlesex Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| Hallmark Village and Northwood Common | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
| Princeton Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| River Crossing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
| Coach House | The Oak | Studio,1BA | $1,825 |
| Olde English Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chelmsford, MA
As of November 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chelmsford area is the $1.76 price per square foot 125 London St Model at 125 London St, Unit Main in the in the South Lowell neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Chelmsford apartment is the 21 Prince Ave Model at 21 Prince Ave, Unit 3 starting at $2,700 with a $2.08 price per square foot in the Lower Belvidere 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 125 London St, Unit Main | 125 London St | 5BR,3BA | $1.76 |
| 21 Prince Ave, Unit 3 | 21 Prince Ave | 5BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| 552 Rogers St, Unit 1 | 552 Rogers St | 3BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 15 Middlesex Park, Unit 17 Middlesex Park Apt. 3 | 15 Middlesex Park | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| 66 Hanks St, Unit 1 Bedroom | 66 Hanks St | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| 20 Boylston St, Unit #4 | 20 Boylston St | 2BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Stevens Street Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| CARLTON PLACE | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| 1107 Lawrence St, Unit 1 | 1107 Lawrence St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Middlesex Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
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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 Cheap Chelmsford Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Chelmsford?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Chelmsford is at Hillcrest Gardens listed at $1,599.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chelmsford Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chelmsford Apartment is $1,560 at Cabot Crossing.
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 Hallmark Village and Northwood Common.
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 $3,768.
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