
Cheap Homes for Rent in South Chelmsford Neighborhood of Chelmsford, MA from $1,400 (8 Rentals)
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201 Thorndike St

208 Pine St, Unit 208F

39 Saint James St, Unit 1
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31 Blossom St

201 Wilder St

80 Smith St

181 Littleton Rd
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South Chelmsford, Chelmsford, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in South Chelmsford?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Chelmsford 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,604 | $2,100 | $2,950 |
South Chelmsford 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,633 | $2,450 | $4,300 |
South Chelmsford 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,233 | $3,700 | $4,500 |
South Chelmsford 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,725 | $3,250 | $4,200 |
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There are currently 8 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 Morris Garden Apartments priced from $1,550. Middlesex Gardens 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Morris Garden Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
Middlesex Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
Hallmark Village and Northwood Common | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,599 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Chelmsford, MA
As of May 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Chelmsford area is the $1.50 price per square foot 190 Branch St Model at 190 Branch St in the in the Highlands neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value South Chelmsford apartment is the 182 Pleasant St Model at 182 Pleasant St, Unit 182 Peasant St Unit #2 starting at $2,500 with a $1.79 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. |
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190 Branch St | 190 Branch St | 4BR,1BA | $1.50 |
182 Pleasant St, Unit 182 Peasant St Unit #2 | 182 Pleasant St | 3BR,1BA | $1.79 |
Grandview Apartments | A1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.58 |
14 Quigley Ave, Unit 16 | 14 Quigley Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.27 |
Waterhead | Assabet | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
Stevens Street Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
Princeton Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom Dog Friendly | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
Morris Garden Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
Middlesex Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
Northwood Common | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about South Chelmsford
What type of rentals are currently available in South Chelmsford?
There are currently 283 Apartments for Rent in South Chelmsford, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,372 to $6,076. There are also 30 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Chelmsford ranging from $1,450 to $4,500.
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 $1,450 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,129.
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 $2,300 to $5,530, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,450 to $4,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,950.
Expert Rental Resources
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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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