Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lawrence, MA from $600 (17 Rentals)

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Arlington Point
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Arlington Point

580 BroadwayLawrence, MA 01841
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98 Salem St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

98 Salem St

98 Salem StLawrence, MA 01843

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Washington Mills
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Washington Mills

270 Canal StLawrence, MA 01840
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Salem Village
2 Bedroom Apartments

Salem Village

71-75 Salem StLawrence, MA 01843
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Saunders Crossing
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Saunders Crossing

11 Diamond StLawrence, MA 01843
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141 Amesbury St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

141 Amesbury St

141 Amesbury StLawrence, MA 01841
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1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Wood Ridge Homes

10 Wood Ridge DrNorth Andover, MA 01845

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lawrence, MA

Pricing Updated: 11/27/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Lawrence, MA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Lawrence Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Lawrence$2,825$1,400139
North Lawrence$2,850$1,400105
South West$2,850$1,65081

Cheapest Available Lawrence Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Lawrence, MA is a Studio unit found at Saunders Crossing in the Colonial Heights neighborhood priced from $1,650. Westgate Arms in the Outer Greater Merrimack Valley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,732. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lawrence apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Saunders CrossingThe Charles RenovatedStudio,1BA$1,650
Westgate Arms1-A1BR,1BA$1,732
Riverside Apartments1 BD/1 BA1BR,1BA$1,745
Legacy Park Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,755
Princeton at Mount VernonOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lawrence, MA

As of November 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lawrence area is the $0.21 price per square foot 102 Hillside Rd Model at 102 Hillside Rd, Unit B in the in the Colonial Heights neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Lawrence apartment is the 117 Swan St Model at 117 Swan St, Unit 2 starting at $2,400 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Arlington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lawrence apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
102 Hillside Rd, Unit B102 Hillside Rd2BR,1BA$0.21
117 Swan St, Unit 2117 Swan St3BR,1BA$1.14
47 Juniper St, Unit 347 Juniper St3BR,1BA$1.67
10 Beacon Hill Blvd, Unit 10 Beacon Hill Blvd.10 Beacon Hill Blvd3BR,1BA$2.00
Pacific Mill Lofts1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.76
Appleton Square MethuenThe Cortland Premium2BR,1BA$2.35
Riverwalk LoftsOne Bedroom Loft Standard1BR,1BA$2.23
102 Hillside Rd, Unit Basement102 Hillside Rd2BR,1BA$2.11
41 Thorndike Rd, Unit 341 Thorndike Rd2BR,1BA$2.39
Riverwalk ApartmentsStudio - S5Studio ,1BA$2.16

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Lawrence Overview

The Merrimack River runs right through the center of Lawrence from east to west, providing several opportunities to take scenic photos, go fishing, or just enjoy the outdoors. This Essex County city also has good schools, historical and cultural sites to visit, and several shops and restaurants to explore. From roomy townhomes to mill lofts, several apartments in Lawrence are available for those who are interested in making the city their new home. With close proximity to Boston, the coast, and state parks and forests, Lawrence also provides an ideal living location.

Why live in Lawrence, MA?

Lawrence has a lot to offer residents, including convenient access to downtown Boston and outdoor recreational areas for camping, hiking, and more. The cityÆs refurbished mill lofts, built in former textile mills, provide exciting Lawrence apartment options to consider. With short commute times, a great location, several notable local places to visit, and fun community events and festivals, Lawrence could be the best option for your new home in the greater Boston area.

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Getting Around Lawrence, MA

Walk Score®

81 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

48 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

43 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lawrence Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Lawrence?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lawrence is under $1,950.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lawrence?

The cheapest apartment in Lawrence is Westgate Arms which is listed at $1,732, while the average apartment in Lawrence costs $2,841.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lawrence?

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 Lawrence that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Lawrence?

Cheap apartments in Lawrence have an average cost of $137 which is $2,704 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lawrence.

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