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How much does it cost to rent a home in Chelmsford?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Chelmsford 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,650 | $1,950 | $4,000 |
Chelmsford 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,615 | $2,450 | $4,495 |
Chelmsford 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,350 | $2,700 | $4,500 |
Chelmsford 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,300 | $3,300 | $3,300 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Chelmsford, MA
Pricing Updated: 06/12/2025Current 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 | $2,961 | $1,576 | 36 |
South Chelmsford | $3,425 | $1,625 | 125 |
Cheapest Available Chelmsford Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Chelmsford, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Middlesex Gardens in the Downtown Lowell neighborhood priced from $1,695. Pine Walk in the Highlands neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,695. 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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Middlesex Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Pine Walk | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Hillcrest Gardens | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,745 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chelmsford, MA
As of June 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chelmsford area is the $2.04 price per square foot 2 bdrm / 2 bth / 2 bonus rooms / Patio Model at The Suites at Pawtucketville in the in the Pawtuckettville neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value Chelmsford apartment is the 182 Pleasant St Model at 182 Pleasant St, Unit 182 Peasant St Unit #2 starting at $2,500 with a $1.79 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Suites at Pawtucketville | 2 bdrm / 2 bth / 2 bonus rooms / Patio | 2BR,2BA | $2.04 |
182 Pleasant St, Unit 182 Peasant St Unit #2 | 182 Pleasant St | 3BR,1BA | $1.79 |
Grandview Apartments | A1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.58 |
The Residences at Crosspoint | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.39 |
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 | $2.19 |
11 Cady St, Unit 1R | 11 Cady St | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
12 Grafton St, Unit 12 | 12 Grafton St | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chelmsford
What type of rentals are currently available in Chelmsford?
There are currently 310 Apartments for Rent in Chelmsford, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,625 to $5,884. There are also 52 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chelmsford ranging from $1,550 to $4,500.
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 $1,550 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,933.
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 $2,100 to $5,280, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,450 to $4,495. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,950.
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