5 1/2 Central Square
ChelmsfordMA01824
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Chelmsford Neighborhood of Chelmsford, MA from $1,300 (65 Rentals)
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114 Gorham St
ChelmsfordMA01824
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$1,825 - $2,550
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCoach House
44 Boston RdChelmsford, MA 01824
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$1,902 - $3,714
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$1,902 - $3,714
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The Meadows
82 Brick Kiln RdChelmsford, MA 01824
101 Boston Rd
ChelmsfordMA01824
101 Boston Rd, Unit Sarah, Unit Sarah
101 Boston Rd
ChelmsfordMA01824
5 Central Square, Unit 5 1/2, Unit 5 1/2
5 Central Square
ChelmsfordMA01824
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$1,595 - $1,950
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$1,595 - $1,950
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$1,595 - $1,950
Middlesex Gardens
1895-1905 Middlesex StLowell, MA 01851
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$1,625 - $2,025
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowEdgewood Gardens Embassy and Wilder Ridge Apartments
71 Robbins StLowell, MA 01851
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$1,499 - $2,075
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowHallmark Village and Northwood Common
727 Princeton BlvdLowell, MA 01851
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$1,6501 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 18
40 Highland St, Unit 9
40 Highland StLowell, MA 01852
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$1,700Studio Apartments Available May 1
19 Academy Dr, Unit 1-12
19 Academy DrLowell, MA 01851
157 Charles St
LowellMA01852
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$1,700
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$1,700
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804 Broadway St, Unit unit 1, Unit unit 1
804 Broadway StLowell, MA 01854
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$1,7001 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 20
40 Highland St, Unit 16
40 Highland StLowell, MA 01852
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$1,700 - $2,575
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowPrinceton Park Apartments
670-678 Princeton BlvdLowell, MA 01851
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$1,731 - $2,968
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$1,731 - $2,968
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$1,731 - $2,968
Cabot Crossing
130 Bowden StLowell, MA 01852
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$1,800 - $2,300
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$1,800 - $2,300
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$1,800 - $2,300
Kent Apartments
1250 Westford StLowell, MA 01851
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$1,8002 Bedroom Apartments Available May 1
40 Highland St, Unit 6
40 Highland StLowell, MA 01852
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$1,8001 Bedroom Apartments Available May 1
714 Chelmsford St, Unit 102
714 Chelmsford StLowell, MA 01851
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$1,8501 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
714 Chelmsford St, Unit 304
714 Chelmsford StLowell, MA 01851
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$1,8501 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
708 Chelmsford St, Unit 301
708 Chelmsford StLowell, MA 01851
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$1,8501 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 15
716 Chelmsford St, Unit 301
716 Chelmsford StLowell, MA 01851
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$1,8502 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 18
40 Highland St, Unit 17
40 Highland StLowell, MA 01852
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$1,8501 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 15
712 Chelmsford St, Unit 301
712 Chelmsford StLowell, MA 01851
339 Pawtucket Blvd
LowellMA01854
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$1,985 - $2,345
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowYork Apartments
151-159 Wood StLowell, MA 01851
1384 Gorham St
LowellMA01852
6 Harvard St
LowellMA01851
449 Central St
LowellMA01852
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$2,064 - $4,718
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$2,064 - $4,718
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The Point at 3 North
71 Boston RdNorth Billerica, MA 01862
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$2,095 - $3,313
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$2,095 - $3,313
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$2,095 - $3,313
Loft Two Seven
27 Jackson StLowell, MA 01852
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$2,100
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2 Bedroom Apartment Available Jun 1Total Monthly Price
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$2,100
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$2,100
238 Appleton St, Unit 2, Unit 2
238 Appleton StLowell, MA 01852
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$2,150
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$2,150
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11 Cady St, Unit 1F, Unit 1F
11 Cady StLowell, MA 01852
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$2,180 - $3,200
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available May 1Isobel Lofts
78-80 Middlesex StLowell, MA 01852
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$2,1953 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
92 Gorham St, Unit 201
92 Gorham StLowell, MA 01852
792 Broadway St
LowellMA01854
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1 Bedroom Apartments
33-35 State St
33-35 State StLowell, MA 01852
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Appleton Mills
219 Jackson StLowell, MA 01852
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Northwood Common
1861-1867 Middlesex StLowell, MA 01851
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Highland Street Apartments
38-40 Highland StLowell, MA 01852
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Counting House Lofts I
109 Jackson StLowell, MA 01852
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Olde English Village
704-718 Chelmsford StLowell, MA 01851
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Morris Garden Apartments
277 Pine StLowell, MA 01851
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Edgewood Gardens
231 Pine StLowell, MA 01851
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116 Fletcher St
116 Fletcher StLowell, MA 01854
114 Appleton St
LowellMA01852
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IMPERIAL GARDENS
1982-1990 Middlesex StLowell, MA 01851
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Pine Walk
399 Walker StLowell, MA 01851
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25 and 33 Morse Street
25 Morse StLowell, MA 01851
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South Chelmsford, Chelmsford, MA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Chelmsford?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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| South Chelmsford Studio Apartments | $2,077 | $1,700 | $2,525 |
| South Chelmsford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,444 | $1,595 | $3,326 |
| South Chelmsford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,956 | $1,700 | $4,004 |
| South Chelmsford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,019 | $2,000 | $4,718 |
| South Chelmsford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,775 | $2,700 | $2,850 |
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Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 65 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 Studio unit found at Hallmark Village and Northwood Common priced from $1,499. Middlesex Gardens 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 |
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| Hallmark Village and Northwood Common | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,499 |
| Middlesex Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Morris Garden Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| Edgewood Gardens Embassy and Wilder Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| IMPERIAL GARDENS | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,675 |
| Pine Walk | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Kent Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Coach House | The Oak | Studio,1BA | $1,825 |
| Olde English Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Chelmsford, MA
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Chelmsford area is the $1.30 price per square foot 292 Wilder St Model at 292 Wilder St, Unit 2 in the in the Highlands neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value South Chelmsford apartment is the 635 Broadway St Model at 635 Broadway St, Unit 1st Floor starting at $2,950 with a $2.11 price per square foot in the Pawtuckettville 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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| 292 Wilder St, Unit 2 | 292 Wilder St | 3BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| 635 Broadway St, Unit 1st Floor | 635 Broadway St | 3BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Aspen Regency | $2.44/sq.ft. - Unit B | 2BR,2BA | $2.44 |
| Grandview Apartments | C | 2BR,2BA | $2.43 |
| 653 Broadway St, Unit #3 | 653 Broadway St | 3BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| CARLTON PLACE | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Morris Garden Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Princeton Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Middlesex Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Olde English Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Chelmsford Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Chelmsford?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Chelmsford is at Hallmark Village and Northwood Common listed at $1,499.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Chelmsford Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Chelmsford Apartment is $1,595 at Middlesex Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Chelmsford Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Chelmsford is starting from $1,825 at Middlesex Gardens.
What is the most affordable South Chelmsford Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Chelmsford Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Alexan Chelmsford and starts from $4,413.
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