
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Magnolia Neighborhood of Gloucester, MA from $1,600 (29 Rentals)
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21 Addison St, Unit 2

96 Middle St

100 Prospect St

19 Wonson St

6 Prospect St

27 Elm St
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15 Proctor St

72 Lexington Ave

80 Prospect St

3 Commonwealth Ave

21 Mason St

6-8 Summit St
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190 Western Ave

16 Cleveland Pl

Harbor Village

14 Western Ave

107 Washington St

25 Elm St

Halyard
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19 Old Neck Rd

12-14 Washington St

1 Crow Is

Lodge Apartments

162 Summer St

28 School St
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24 Desmond Ave
Magnolia, Gloucester, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Magnolia?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magnolia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,287 | $1,672 | $3,250 |
| Magnolia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,420 | $1,935 | $3,400 |
| Magnolia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,023 | $2,845 | $3,200 |
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Cheapest Available Magnolia Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Magnolia area of Boston, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1 Powder House Ln priced from $1,672. Central Grammar has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,935. Here are the most affordable Magnolia apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Powder House Ln | One Bedroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,672 |
| Central Grammar | 2 bed / 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,935 |
| The Heights At Cape Ann | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Halyard | S1BH | Studio,1BA | $2,335 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Magnolia, MA
As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Magnolia area is the $1.88 price per square foot 2 bed / 1 bath Model at Central Grammar in the in the West Gloucester neighborhood starting from $1,935. The second greatest value Magnolia apartment is the 41 School St Model at 41 School St, Unit 1 starting at $3,000 with a $3.00 price per square foot in the West Gloucester neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Magnolia apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Grammar | 2 bed / 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| 41 School St, Unit 1 | 41 School St | 3BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| The Heights At Cape Ann | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| Halyard | S1BH | Studio ,1BA | $3.68 |
| 1 Powder House Ln | One Bedroom 80% | 1BR,1BA | $3.82 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Magnolia Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Magnolia?
The cheapest apartment in Magnolia is 1 Powder House Ln which is listed at $1,672, while the average apartment in Magnolia costs $3,700.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Magnolia?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 5 regular apartments in Magnolia that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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