
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hampden, MA from $1,000 (40 Rentals)
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Meadowbrook Apartments

Cumberland Homes

Pleasant Park Apartments

Worthy III LLC

Springfield CV 1

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Crossroads of Enfield

Enfield North Apartments
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Baystate Place

New Colony Court

SilverBrick Square

Mall Apartments

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Palmer Gardens

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Johnny Appleseed Apartments

The Courtyards

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Fox Hill Apartments
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SilverBrick Lofts

Skyview Downtown

Olympia Manor

Mill Pond Village

Summit Place Apartments

100-130 Elm Street

Brainard North

Hallmark Apartments
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27 South St

Center Court Apartments

2 Green St

33 South St

Scitico Gardens

34 Joy St

32 Joy St

Imperial Apartments
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140 Chestnut St

131 Center St

83-85-85 Wilmont St

48-50-50 Rifle St

77 Chester St

37 Chase Ave

189 Melrose Rd

456 Cold Spring Ave
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Hampden, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hampden?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hampden Studio Apartments | $1,666 | $1,250 | $1,826 |
| Hampden 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,774 | $1,000 | $2,385 |
| Hampden 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,000 | $1,469 | $2,650 |
| Hampden 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,066 | $1,684 | $2,300 |
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Cheapest Available Hampden Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hampden, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Brainard North in the Enfield E Windsor Windsor Locks neighborhood priced from $1,100. Meadowbrook Apartments in the Ellington Somers Stafford Union neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hampden apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brainard North | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Meadowbrook Apartments | 1 Bed Small | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Worthy III LLC | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Pleasant Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Enfield North Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| SilverBrick Square | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,405 |
| Mall Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| Johnny Appleseed Apartments | Executive One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Palmer Gardens | pg1x1-r | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| The Courtyards | The Traditional | Studio,1BA | $1,512 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hampden, MA and Nearby
As of May 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hampden area is the $1.48 price per square foot 1BR/1.0BA Model at SilverBrick Square in the in the Ridgewood neighborhood starting from $1,405. The second greatest value Hampden apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Brainard North starting at $1,100 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Enfield E Windsor Windsor Locks neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hampden apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| SilverBrick Square | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Brainard North | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| SilverBrick Lofts | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Enfield North Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Forest Park Apartments | The Edgeland | 2BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Olympia Manor | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Palmer Gardens | pg2x1-r | 2BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Johnny Appleseed Apartments | Executive One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Fox Hill Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| Meadowbrook Apartments | 1 Bed Small | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hampden Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hampden?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hampden is at Pleasant Park Apartments listed at $1,250.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hampden Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hampden Apartment is $1,100 at Brainard North.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hampden Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hampden is starting from $1,555 at SilverBrick Square.
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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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