Cheap Homes for Rent in the South Chelmsford Neighborhood of Chelmsford, MA from $1,650 (18 Rentals)

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property at 114 Appleton St
$1,650

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Base Rent$1,650

Total Monthly Price$1,650
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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114 Appleton St

LowellMA01852
property at 526 Concord St
$2,000

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Base Rent$2,000

Total Monthly Price$2,000
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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526 Concord St

LowellMA01852

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property at 404 Stevens St
$2,000

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Base Rent$2,000

Total Monthly Price$2,000
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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404 Stevens St, Unit 2

404 Stevens St
LowellMA01851
property at 49 Wamesit St
$2,100

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Base Rent$2,100

Total Monthly Price$2,100
12 Month Lease Term
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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49 Wamesit St, Unit Wamesit 1

49 Wamesit St
LowellMA01852
property at 201 Thorndike St
$2,100

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Base Rent$2,100

Total Monthly Price$2,100
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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201 Thorndike St

LowellMA01852

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property at 189 Littleton Rd
$2,100

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Base Rent$2,100

Total Monthly Price$2,100
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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189 Littleton Rd

ChelmsfordMA01824
property at 215 Chelmsford St
$2,200

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Base Rent$2,200

Total Monthly Price$2,200
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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215 Chelmsford St

ChelmsfordMA01824
property at 871-871 Middlesex St
$2,200

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Base Rent$2,200

Total Monthly Price$2,200
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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property at 19 Union St
$2,300

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Base Rent$2,300

Total Monthly Price$2,300
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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19 Union St

LowellMA01852
property at 136 Morocco Ave
$2,300

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,300

Total Monthly Price$2,300
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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136 Morocco Ave

ChelmsfordMA01824

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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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Morris Garden ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$1,595
The Lancelot1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,595
Coach HouseThe OakStudio,1BA$1,629
Middlesex Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,650
Cabot CrossingThe Quilt Premium PlusStudio,1BA$1,684

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Chelmsford, MA

As of September 08, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Point at 3 NorthWatt3BR,2BA$2.39
677 Westford St, Unit 1677 Westford St3BR,1BA$1.66
182 Pleasant St, Unit 2nd Floor182 Pleasant St3BR,1BA$1.71
Kensington at ChelmsfordConcord2BR,2BA$2.38
545 Wilder St, Unit 545 Wilder545 Wilder St2BR,1BA$2.08
Morris Garden ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$1.88
90 Appleton St2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.29
100 Appleton St2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.29
Edgewood Gardens Embassy and Wilder Ridge Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.39
Middlesex Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.13

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Chelmsford

What type of rentals are currently available in South Chelmsford?

There are currently 287 Apartments for Rent in South Chelmsford, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,595 to $5,602. There are also 46 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Chelmsford ranging from $1,650 to $3,900.

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 $1,650 to $3,900 with an average monthly rent of $2,644.

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 $2,150 to $5,602, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,000 to $3,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,500.

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