
Apartments for Rent in Chelmsford, MA Under $1,200 (2 Rentals)

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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 | $2,095 | $1,195 | $4,947 |
Chelmsford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,394 | $1,425 | $4,981 |
Chelmsford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,922 | $1,600 | $5,507 |
Chelmsford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,997 | $2,400 | $5,080 |
Chelmsford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,075 | $2,950 | $3,200 |
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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?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chelmsford
How much are Studio apartments in Chelmsford?
There are currently 23 Studio Apartments in Chelmsford with rent ranges from $1,195 to $4,947 with an average price of $2,095.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Chelmsford Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Chelmsford ranges from $1,425 to $4,981 with an average monthly rent of $2,394.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Chelmsford cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Chelmsford range from $1,600 to $5,507. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,922.
How expensive are Chelmsford Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 41 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Chelmsford on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,400 to $5,080 - averaging $3,997 for the location.
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