
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Chelmsford Neighborhood of Chelmsford, MA from $1,320 (64 Rentals)
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The Meadows

189 Littleton Rd

215 Chelmsford St

136 Morocco Ave

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Morris Garden Apartments

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Middlesex Gardens

40 Highland St, Unit 9

216 Central St

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Cabot Crossing
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Hallmark Village and Northwood Common

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Kent Apartments

712 Chelmsford St, Unit 301

712 Chelmsford St, Unit 201

Edgewood Gardens Embassy and Wilder Ridge Apartments

York Apartments

40 Highland St, Unit 17

100 Appleton St

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545 Wilder St, Unit 545 Wilder
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24 Waugh St, Unit 10

18 Waugh St, Unit 8

144 Stevens St, Unit 2

49 Wamesit St, Unit Wamesit 1

144 Stevens St, Unit 3

The Emery

93 Whipple St

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831 Princeton Blvd

80 Middlesex St
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201 Canal

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Loft Two Seven

321 Lawrence St

41 Nichols St

Appleton Mills

Northwood Common

Olde English Village

Highland Street Apartments

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The Lancelot
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Edgewood Gardens

116 Fletcher St

114 Appleton St

Pine Walk

IMPERIAL GARDENS

25 and 33 Morse Street

HADLEY PARK APARTMENTS

265-267 Nesmith St

Westford Park Apartments

59 Nesmith St
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South Chelmsford, Chelmsford, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Chelmsford?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Chelmsford Studio Apartments | $2,047 | $1,629 | $2,625 |
| South Chelmsford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,444 | $1,595 | $3,302 |
| South Chelmsford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,873 | $1,895 | $3,921 |
| South Chelmsford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,269 | $2,150 | $5,602 |
| South Chelmsford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,750 | $2,500 | $3,000 |
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There are currently 64 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Chelmsford Neighborhood of Chelmsford, MA.
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Cheapest Available South Chelmsford Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Chelmsford area of Chelmsford, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Morris Garden Apartments priced from $1,595. The Lancelot has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here are the most affordable South 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 |
| The Lancelot | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Coach House | The Oak | Studio,1BA | $1,629 |
| Middlesex Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Cabot Crossing | The Quilt Premium Plus | Studio,1BA | $1,684 |
| Hallmark Village and Northwood Common | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
| The Meadows | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,893 |
| Edgewood Gardens Embassy and Wilder Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| 90 Appleton St | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| 100 Appleton St | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Chelmsford, MA
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the South 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 South 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 South Chelmsford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Point at 3 North | Watt | 3BR,2BA | $2.39 |
| 677 Westford St, Unit 1 | 677 Westford St | 3BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| 182 Pleasant St, Unit 2nd Floor | 182 Pleasant St | 3BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| 653 Broadway St, Unit #3 | 653 Broadway St | 3BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| 545 Wilder St, Unit 545 Wilder | 545 Wilder St | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Morris Garden Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| 90 Appleton St | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| 100 Appleton St | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Edgewood Gardens Embassy and Wilder Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| Middlesex Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Chelmsford Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Chelmsford?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Chelmsford is under $1,950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Chelmsford?
The cheapest apartment in South Chelmsford is Morris Garden Apartments which is listed at $1,595, while the average apartment in South Chelmsford costs $2,640.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South 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 17 regular apartments in South Chelmsford that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in South Chelmsford?
Cheap apartments in South Chelmsford have an average cost of $177 which is $2,463 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Chelmsford.
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