Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lawrence, MA from $600 (16 Rentals)

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Fabrica Lofts
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Fabrica Lofts

608 BroadwayLawrence, MA 01841
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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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Salem Village
2 Bedroom Apartments

Salem Village

71-75 Salem StLawrence, MA 01843
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Washington Mills
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Washington Mills

270 Canal StLawrence, MA 01840
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Wood Ridge Homes
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: 08/29/2025

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
South West$2,900$1,65080
Downtown Lawrence$3,200$1,400157
North Lawrence$3,200$1,65095

Cheapest Available Lawrence Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Lawrence, MA is a Studio unit found at Westgate Arms in the Outer Greater Merrimack Valley neighborhood priced from $1,600. 141 Amesbury St in the Colonial Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lawrence apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Westgate ArmsS-AStudio,1BA$1,600
141 Amesbury StOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,650
Riverside Apartments1 BD/1 BA1BR,1BA$1,745
Saunders CrossingThe Charles RenovatedStudio,1BA$1,800
Museum SquareThe Essex1BR,1BA$1,900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lawrence, MA

As of August 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lawrence area is the $1.78 price per square foot 25 Sunset Ave Model at 25 Sunset Ave, Unit second Floor in the in the Arlington neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Lawrence apartment is the 10 Beacon Hill Blvd Model at 10 Beacon Hill Blvd, Unit 10 Beacon Hill Blvd. starting at $2,595 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Colonial Heights 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.
25 Sunset Ave, Unit second Floor25 Sunset Ave5BR,2BA$1.78
10 Beacon Hill Blvd, Unit 10 Beacon Hill Blvd.10 Beacon Hill Blvd3BR,1BA$2.00
Hamilton Green2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.40
Pacific Mill Lofts1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.76
Legacy Park Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.17
Riverwalk LoftsOne Bedroom Loft Standard1BR,1BA$2.20
226Common - New Luxury ApartmentsJulie2BR,2BA$2.35
Museum SquareThe Essex1BR,1BA$2.47
70 Pleasant St, Unit 270 Pleasant St1BR,1BA$2.27
141 Amesbury StOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.36

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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 $2,000.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lawrence?

The cheapest apartment in Lawrence is 141 Amesbury St which is listed at $1,650, while the average apartment in Lawrence costs $3,100.

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 7 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 $211 which is $2,889 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lawrence.

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