Cheap Homes for Rent in South Chelmsford Neighborhood of Chelmsford, MA from $1,000 (5 Rentals)

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71 Princeton St

ChelmsfordMA01863

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 $1,695. Cabot Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,725. 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$1,695
Cabot CrossingThe Quilt Premium PlusStudio,1BA$1,725
Stevens Street Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Chelmsford, MA

As of July 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Chelmsford area is the $1.04 price per square foot One Bedroom Model at The Residences at Crosspoint in the in the Highlands neighborhood starting from $2,306. The second greatest value South Chelmsford apartment is the $2.39/sq.ft. - Unit B1 and Den Corner Model at Aspen Regency starting at $3,375 with a $2.39 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.
The Residences at CrosspointOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.04
Aspen Regency$2.39/sq.ft. - Unit B1 and Den Corner2BR,2BA$2.39
175 Littleton Rd, Unit 2175 Littleton Rd2BR,2BA$1.85
Grandview ApartmentsB12BR,2BA$2.47
WaterheadAssabet1BR,1BA$2.42
Stevens Street Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.10
Princeton Park Apartments2 Bedroom Deluxe2BR,1BA$2.39
Morris Garden ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$1.99
Middlesex Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.26
11 Cady St, Unit 1R11 Cady St1BR,1BA$2.28

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Chelmsford

What type of rentals are currently available in South Chelmsford?

There are currently 277 Apartments for Rent in South Chelmsford, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,195 to $4,947. There are also 24 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Chelmsford ranging from $1,000 to $6,500.

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 $1,000 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,242.

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 $2,400 to $4,880, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,750 to $5,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,800.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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