Cheap Homes for Rent in South Chelmsford Neighborhood of Chelmsford, MA from $900 (23 Rentals)

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property at 348 Walker St

$950

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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348 Walker St

LowellMA01851
property at 24 Lyon St

$950

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$950

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$950

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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24 Lyon St

LowellMA01852

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property at 70 Tyngsboro Rd

$2,000

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$2,000

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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70 Tyngsboro Rd

ChelmsfordMA01863
property at 16 Middlesex St

$2,075

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$2,075

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$2,075

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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16 Middlesex St

ChelmsfordMA01863
property at 58 Temple St

$2,085

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$2,085

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$2,085

4 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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58 Temple St

LowellMA01851
property at 61 Chapel St

$2,085

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$2,085

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$2,085

2 Bedroom Rentals

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61 Chapel St

LowellMA01852
property at 96 Richardson Rd

$2,100

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$2,100

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$2,100

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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96 Richardson Rd

ChelmsfordMA01863
property at 101 Boston Rd

$2,150

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$2,150

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$2,150

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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101 Boston Rd, Unit Sarah

101 Boston Rd
ChelmsfordMA01824

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property at 58-60 Temple St

$2,085 - $2,185

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$2,185

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$2,185

4 Bedroom Rentals

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58-60 Temple St

LowellMA01851
property at 215 Chelmsford St

$2,200

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$2,200

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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215 Chelmsford St

ChelmsfordMA01824
property at 22 Chapel St

$2,200

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$2,200

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$2,200

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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22 Chapel St

LowellMA01852
property at 404 Stevens St

$2,200

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$2,200

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$2,200

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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404 Stevens St, Unit 2

404 Stevens St
LowellMA01851
property at 240 Jackson St

$2,200

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$2,200

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$2,200

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

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240 Jackson St

LowellMA01852
property at 201 Thorndike St

$2,200 - $2,400

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$2,200

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$2,200

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201 Thorndike St

LowellMA01852

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property at 189 Littleton Rd

$2,225

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$2,225

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$2,225

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189 Littleton Rd

ChelmsfordMA01824
property at 230 Gorham St

$2,300

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$2,300

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$2,300

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

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230 Gorham St

LowellMA01852

South Chelmsford, Chelmsford, MA Local Guide

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 $1,450. IMPERIAL GARDENS has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here are the most affordable South Chelmsford apartments for rent in Chelmsford, MA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Morris Garden ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$1,450
IMPERIAL GARDENSStudioStudio,1BA$1,600
Coach HouseThe OakStudio,1BA$1,629
Kent ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,800
Cabot CrossingThe Quilt Premium PlusStudio,1BA$1,810

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Chelmsford, MA

As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Chelmsford area is the $1.87 price per square foot 190 Wilder St Model at 190 Wilder St, Unit 2R in the in the Pawtuckettville neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value South Chelmsford apartment is the $2.48/sq.ft. - Unit B2 and Study Corner Model at Aspen Regency starting at $3,300 with a $2.48 price per square foot in the Nutting Lake neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Chelmsford apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
190 Wilder St, Unit 2R190 Wilder St4BR,1BA$1.87
Aspen Regency$2.48/sq.ft. - Unit B2 and Study Corner2BR,2BA$2.48
Grandview ApartmentsC2BR,2BA$2.43
23 A St, Unit my home for rent23 A St3BR,1BA$1.87
201 Canal2 Bedroom 2A 2B 2C 2D 2G & 2H - Workforce2BR,2BA$2.25
Morris Garden ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$1.71
Princeton Park Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.36
33-35 State St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.50
238 Appleton St, Unit 2238 Appleton St2BR,1BA$2.63
HADLEY PARK APARTMENTSTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.55

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Chelmsford

What type of rentals are currently available in South Chelmsford?

There are currently 290 Apartments for Rent in South Chelmsford, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,499 to $4,533. There are also 51 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Chelmsford ranging from $950 to $5,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Chelmsford?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Chelmsford ranges from $950 to $5,900 with an average monthly rent of $2,750.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Chelmsford?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Chelmsford range from $2,100 to $4,533, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,000 to $3,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,085 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,600.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

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