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Chelmsford, MA Local Guide

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 | $2,641 | $2,100 | $3,100 |
Chelmsford 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,412 | $1,500 | $4,700 |
Chelmsford 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,100 | $4,100 | $4,100 |
Chelmsford 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,200 | $3,200 | $3,200 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Chelmsford, MA
Pricing Updated: 08/03/2025Current 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 | $2,650 | $1,595 | 46 |
South Chelmsford | $3,115 | $1,595 | 94 |
Cheapest Available Chelmsford Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Chelmsford, MA is a Studio unit found at Cabot Crossing in the Lower Belvidere neighborhood priced from $1,659. Stevens Street Apartments in the Highlands neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,750. 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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Cabot Crossing | The Quilt Premium Plus | Studio,1BA | $1,659 |
Stevens Street Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Middlesex Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chelmsford, MA
As of August 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chelmsford area is the $2.12 price per square foot 25 Ware St Model at 25 Ware St, Unit #3 in the in the Highlands neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value Chelmsford apartment is the B1 Model at Grandview Apartments starting at $2,995 with a $2.47 price per square foot in the Pawtuckettville 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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25 Ware St, Unit #3 | 25 Ware St | 3BR,1BA | $2.12 |
Grandview Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.47 |
Waterhead | Assabet | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
499 Wilder St | 499 Wilder St | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
Stevens Street Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
Princeton Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $2.39 |
Westford Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.48 |
Edgewood Gardens Embassy and Wilder Ridge | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.58 |
Middlesex Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
12 Grafton St, Unit 12 | 12 Grafton St | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chelmsford
What type of rentals are currently available in Chelmsford?
There are currently 302 Apartments for Rent in Chelmsford, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,595 to $5,925. There are also 43 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chelmsford ranging from $1,000 to $4,700.
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 $1,000 to $4,700 with an average monthly rent of $2,972.
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 $2,400 to $4,855, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $4,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.
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