
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Chelmsford Neighborhood of Chelmsford, MA from $1,550 (24 Rentals)
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The Meadows

Mill and 3 Apartments

37 Glen Ave

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Morris Garden Apartments

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Cabot Crossing

712 Chelmsford St, Unit 301

712 Chelmsford St, Unit 201
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545 Wilder St, Unit 545 Wilder

27-29 Jean Ave

144 Stevens St, Unit 3

144 Stevens St, Unit 2

Aspen Regency
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The Residences at Crosspoint

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The Point at 3 North

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677 Westford St, Unit 1

Olde English Village

25 and 33 Morse Street

27 Jean Ave

1506 Gorham St
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East Chelmsford, Chelmsford, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Chelmsford?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Chelmsford Studio Apartments | $1,791 | $1,629 | $2,038 |
| East Chelmsford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,226 | $1,595 | $3,000 |
| East Chelmsford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,694 | $1,950 | $3,839 |
| East Chelmsford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,508 | $2,650 | $4,832 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Chelmsford Neighborhood of Chelmsford, MA.
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Cheapest Available East Chelmsford Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Chelmsford area of Chelmsford, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Morris Garden Apartments priced from $1,595. Coach House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,629. Here are the most affordable East Chelmsford apartments for rent in Chelmsford, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morris Garden Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Coach House | The Oak | Studio,1BA | $1,629 |
| Cabot Crossing | The Quilt Premium Plus | Studio,1BA | $1,684 |
| The Meadows | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,893 |
| Edgewood Gardens Embassy and Wilder Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Chelmsford, MA
As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Chelmsford area is the $2.39 price per square foot Watt Model at The Point at 3 North in the in the Outer Greater Merrimack Valley neighborhood starting from $3,900. The second greatest value East Chelmsford apartment is the 677 Westford St Model at 677 Westford St, Unit 1 starting at $2,650 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the Highlands neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Chelmsford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Point at 3 North | Watt | 3BR,2BA | $2.39 |
| 677 Westford St, Unit 1 | 677 Westford St | 3BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| The Kinloch | Stirling | 2BR,2BA | $2.61 |
| Mill and 3 Apartments | Unit A | 2BR,2BA | $2.72 |
| 545 Wilder St, Unit 545 Wilder | 545 Wilder St | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| 3 Meeting House Rd | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| The Residences at Crosspoint | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Aspen Regency | $2.87/sq.ft. - Unit A | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| Morris Garden Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Edgewood Gardens Embassy and Wilder Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.39 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Chelmsford Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Chelmsford?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Chelmsford is under $2,506.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Chelmsford?
The cheapest apartment in East Chelmsford is Morris Garden Apartments which is listed at $1,595, while the average apartment in East Chelmsford costs $2,250.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Chelmsford?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 16 regular apartments in East Chelmsford that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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