
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chelmsford, MA from $1,300 (28 Rentals)
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Cabot Crossing

Edgewood Gardens Embassy and Wilder Ridge
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Hallmark Village and Northwood Common

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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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Cheap Chelmsford Studio Apartments | $2,842 | $1,659 | $5,505 |
Cheap Chelmsford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,583 | $1,595 | $4,410 |
Cheap Chelmsford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,013 | $1,900 | $5,492 |
Cheap Chelmsford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,563 | $2,400 | $4,955 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Chelmsford, MA
Pricing Updated: 07/31/2025Current 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 | $2,672 | $1,595 | 48 |
South Chelmsford | $3,727 | $1,595 | 95 |
Cheapest Available Chelmsford Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Chelmsford, MA is a 2 Beds unit found at The Meadows in the Outer Greater Merrimack Valley neighborhood priced from $1,541. Cabot Crossing in the Lower Belvidere neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,725. 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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The Meadows | Two Bedroom - Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1,541 |
Cabot Crossing | The Quilt Premium Plus | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
Stevens Street Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Middlesex Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Coach House | The Oak | Studio,1BA | $1,825 |
Hallmark Village and Northwood Common | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,025 |
Westford Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,050 |
Edgewood Gardens Embassy and Wilder Ridge | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,100 |
Princeton Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $2,225 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chelmsford, MA
As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chelmsford area is the $2.12 price per square foot 25 Ware St Model at 25 Ware St, Unit #3 in the in the Highlands neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value Chelmsford apartment is the 175 Littleton Rd Model at 175 Littleton Rd, Unit 2 starting at $2,250 with a $1.85 price per square foot in the Outer Greater Merrimack Valley 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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25 Ware St, Unit #3 | 25 Ware St | 3BR,1BA | $2.12 |
175 Littleton Rd, Unit 2 | 175 Littleton Rd | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
Grandview Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.47 |
Waterhead | Assabet | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
Stevens Street Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
Princeton Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $2.39 |
Westford Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.48 |
Edgewood Gardens Embassy and Wilder Ridge | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.58 |
Middlesex Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
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 $1,659.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chelmsford Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chelmsford Apartment is $1,750 at Stevens Street Apartments.
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 $2,020 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 $4,620.
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