Cheap Homes for Rent in South Chelmsford Neighborhood of Chelmsford, MA from $1,800 (13 Rentals)

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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 Middlesex Gardens priced from $1,695. Cabot Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,765. Here are the most affordable South Chelmsford apartments for rent in Chelmsford, MA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Middlesex Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,695
Cabot CrossingThe Quilt Premium PlusStudio,1BA$1,765
Hallmark Village and Northwood Common1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,799
59 Nesmith StStudioStudio,1BA$1,800
Coach HouseThe OakStudio,1BA$1,825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Chelmsford, MA

As of August 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Chelmsford area is the $1.30 price per square foot 71 Bolton St Model at 71 Bolton St, Unit Apt1 in the in the Lower Belvidere neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value South Chelmsford apartment is the 99 Andrews St Model at 99 Andrews St, Unit Floor 1 starting at $3,000 with a $1.88 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
71 Bolton St, Unit Apt171 Bolton St3BR,1BA$1.30
99 Andrews St, Unit Floor 199 Andrews St4BR,1BA$1.88
25 Ware St, Unit #325 Ware St3BR,1BA$2.12
Mill and 3 ApartmentsUnit C2BR,2BA$2.53
Grandview ApartmentsB12BR,2BA$2.39
52 Littleton Rd, Unit 52 Littleton Rd52 Littleton Rd2BR,1BA$2.21
WaterheadAssabet1BR,1BA$2.47
Stevens Street Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.10
499 Wilder St499 Wilder St2BR,1BA$2.20
Middlesex Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.19

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Chelmsford, Chelmsford, MA

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Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Chelmsford

What type of rentals are currently available in South Chelmsford?

There are currently 273 Apartments for Rent in South Chelmsford, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,095 to $4,870. There are also 43 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Chelmsford ranging from $1,850 to $6,200.

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 $1,850 to $6,200 with an average monthly rent of $3,395.

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 $4,764, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,400 to $4,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,900.

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