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Cheap Homes for Rent in the South Chelmsford Neighborhood of Chelmsford, MA from $1,000 (12 Rentals)
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40 Highland St, Unit 9
40 Highland StLowell, MA 01852
114 Appleton St
LowellMA01852
17 Sinai Cir
ChelmsfordMA01824
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973 Central St, Unit 3
973 Central StLowell, MA 01852
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712 Chelmsford St, Unit 301
712 Chelmsford StLowell, MA 01851
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712 Chelmsford St, Unit 201
712 Chelmsford StLowell, MA 01851
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40 Highland St, Unit 17
40 Highland StLowell, MA 01852
7 Glen Ave, Unit 11
7 Glen Ave
ChelmsfordMA01824
7 Glen Ave
ChelmsfordMA01824
240 Jackson St, Unit 622
240 Jackson St
LowellMA01852
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South Chelmsford, Chelmsford, MA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in South Chelmsford?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Chelmsford 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,677 | $1,950 | $3,950 |
| South Chelmsford 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,953 | $2,200 | $3,800 |
| South Chelmsford 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $15,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 12 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 Highland Street Apartments priced from $1,650. Cabot Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,673. Here are the most affordable South Chelmsford apartments for rent in Chelmsford, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Street Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Cabot Crossing | The Hamilton Premium Plus | 1BR,1BA | $1,673 |
| Middlesex Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Kent Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Westford Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Chelmsford, MA
As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Chelmsford area is the $1.73 price per square foot 190 Wilder St Model at 190 Wilder St, Unit 2R in the in the Pawtuckettville neighborhood starting from $2,599. The second greatest value South Chelmsford apartment is the 182 Pleasant St Model at 182 Pleasant St, Unit 2nd Floor starting at $2,400 with a $1.71 price per square foot in the Lower Belvidere 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 190 Wilder St, Unit 2R | 190 Wilder St | 4BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| 182 Pleasant St, Unit 2nd Floor | 182 Pleasant St | 3BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Grandview Apartments | A1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.58 |
| Beaver Brook Crossing Apartments | Jones | 2BR,2BA | $2.65 |
| CARLTON PLACE | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.29 |
| IMPERIAL GARDENS | Two Bedroom Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| Princeton Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom Dog Friendly | 2BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| Edgewood Gardens Embassy and Wilder Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Middlesex Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| Highland Street Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.43 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in South Chelmsford?
There are currently 279 Apartments for Rent in South Chelmsford, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,650 to $5,602. There are also 48 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Chelmsford ranging from $1,000 to $15,000.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Chelmsford ranges from $1,000 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,569.
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