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44 Boston RdChelmsford, MA 01824
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82 Brick Kiln RdChelmsford, MA 01824
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294 Princeton BlvdLowell, MA 01851
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670-678 Princeton BlvdLowell, MA 01851
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130 Bowden StLowell, MA 01852
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Chelmsford, MA Local Guide
Old Town Hall, Chelmsford, Massachusetts by John Phelan is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0
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 | $2,094 | $1,525 | $4,947 |
| Cheap Chelmsford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,415 | $1,425 | $4,981 |
| Cheap Chelmsford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,937 | $1,870 | $5,385 |
| Cheap Chelmsford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,997 | $2,400 | $5,080 |
| Cheap Chelmsford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,075 | $2,950 | $3,200 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Chelmsford, MA
Pricing Updated: 06/26/2025Current 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 | $2,707 | $1,623 | 28 |
| South Chelmsford | $4,695 | $1,425 | 99 |
Cheapest Available Chelmsford Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Chelmsford, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Kent Apartments in the Outer Greater Merrimack Valley neighborhood priced from $1,425. Hallmark Village and Northwood Common in the Outer Greater Merrimack Valley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,525. 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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| Kent Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| Hallmark Village and Northwood Common | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
| Pine Walk | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Hillcrest Gardens | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,745 |
| Stevens Street Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Cabot Crossing | The Quilt Premium Plus | Studio,1BA | $1,779 |
| Coach House | The Oak | Studio,1BA | $1,825 |
| Middlesex Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chelmsford, MA
As of June 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chelmsford area is the $1.05 price per square foot One Bedroom Model at The Residences at Crosspoint in the in the Highlands neighborhood starting from $2,326. The second greatest value Chelmsford apartment is the 25 Ware St Model at 25 Ware St, Unit #3 starting at $2,650 with a $2.12 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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| The Residences at Crosspoint | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| 25 Ware St, Unit #3 | 25 Ware St | 3BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Grandview Apartments | A1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.58 |
| Waterhead | Assabet | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Stevens Street Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| Princeton Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| 61 Carlisle Street, Unit Unit1 | 61 Carlisle Street | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Middlesex Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| 11 Cady St, Unit 1R | 11 Cady St | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Kent Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
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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
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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 Hallmark Village and Northwood Common listed at $1,525.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chelmsford Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chelmsford Apartment is $1,425 at Kent 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 $2,025 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 $4,645.
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