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property at 2 Deborah Rd

2 Deborah Rd

BillericaMA01862
property at 4 Central Square

4 Central Square

ChelmsfordMA01824
property at 871-871 Middlesex St

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property at 526 Concord St

526 Concord St

LowellMA01852
property at 15 Hampton Ave

15 Hampton Ave

LowellMA01854
property at 353 Pawtucket Blvd

353 Pawtucket Blvd

LowellMA01854

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property at 39 Saint James St

39 Saint James St, Unit 2

39 Saint James St
LowellMA01852

Chelmsford, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Chelmsford, MA

Pricing Updated: 11/08/2025

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
East Chelmsford$3,697$1,59978
South Chelmsford$3,732$1,600250

Cheapest Available Chelmsford Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Chelmsford, MA is a Studio unit found at Coach House in the Outer Greater Merrimack Valley neighborhood priced from $1,565. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Coach HouseThe OakStudio,1BA$1,565
Hillcrest GardensStudioStudio,1BA$1,599
Hallmark Village and Northwood Common1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,666
Cabot CrossingThe Quilt Premium Plus1BR,1BA$1,670
Princeton Park ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chelmsford, MA

As of November 09, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
125 London St, Unit Main125 London St5BR,3BA$1.76
21 Prince Ave, Unit 321 Prince Ave5BR,1BA$2.08
66 Hanks St, Unit 1 Bedroom66 Hanks St1BR,1BA$1.73
59 Carlisle St, Unit 5959 Carlisle St2BR,1.5BA$2.57
Stevens Street Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.10
CARLTON PLACE1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.14
Aspen Regency$2.55/sq.ft. - Unit A1BR,1BA$2.55
Morris Garden ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$2.06
Westford Park Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.48
Olde English VillageOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.40

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Frequently Asked Questions about Chelmsford

What type of rentals are currently available in Chelmsford?

There are currently 320 Apartments for Rent in Chelmsford, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,599 to $4,683. There are also 49 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chelmsford ranging from $600 to $6,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Chelmsford?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Chelmsford ranges from $600 to $6,200 with an average monthly rent of $3,209.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Chelmsford?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Chelmsford range from $2,500 to $4,683, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $600 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,750.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA

Written by: Amelia Ramstead

Boston is known for its exciting combination of early American history and modern high-tech universities and employers.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.