
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Prospect Hill Back Bay Neighborhood of Lawrence, MA from $900 (36 Rentals)
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141 Amesbury St

153 Union St, Unit 1

Pacific Mill Lofts

226Common - New Luxury Apartments

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Pac10 Lofts

Museum Square

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Riverwalk Lofts

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Washington Mill

59 E Pleasant St, Unit Second floor

50 Common St

50 1/2 Common St

85-85B Newbury St, Unit 4L

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5 Cornish St

119 Woodland St, Unit 1

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24 Belmont St, Unit 1, Unit 1
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187 Newbury St, Unit 03

Amesbury Grace Apartments

30 Lawrence St

Washington Mills

215 Canal St

The Jav

Stone Mill Lofts

Appleton Square Methuen

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59 Waverley Rd, Unit 3, Unit 3
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23 Saunders St

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117 Swan St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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25R Saunders St, Unit 25R, Unit 25R

25 R Saunders St, Unit 25R

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Avalon North Andover

47 Main St

12-14-14 Wayside Ave

93 Main St, Unit 3, Unit 3

30 Maple Ave
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Prospect Hill Back Bay, Lawrence, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Prospect Hill Back Bay?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prospect Hill Back Bay Studio Apartments | $2,153 | $1,795 | $2,590 |
| Prospect Hill Back Bay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,287 | $1,500 | $3,345 |
| Prospect Hill Back Bay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,703 | $2,100 | $3,580 |
| Prospect Hill Back Bay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,063 | $2,250 | $4,500 |
| Prospect Hill Back Bay 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,772 | $2,750 | $2,795 |
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Cheapest Available Prospect Hill Back Bay Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Prospect Hill Back Bay area of Boston, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at 141 Amesbury St priced from $1,695. 226Common - New Luxury Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,875. Here are the most affordable Prospect Hill Back Bay apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 141 Amesbury St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| 226Common - New Luxury Apartments | Bella | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| Pac10 Lofts | D1 – 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Loft - Workforce/Moderat | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Museum Square | The Essex | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Legacy Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
| Pacific Mill Lofts | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Riverwalk Apartments | Studio - S2 | Studio,1BA | $2,010 |
| Riverwalk Lofts | One Bedroom Loft Standard | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Washington Mill | Studios | Studio,1BA | $2,116 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Prospect Hill Back Bay, MA
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Prospect Hill Back Bay area is the $0.68 price per square foot 5 Cornish St Model at 5 Cornish St in the in the South West Lawrence neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Prospect Hill Back Bay apartment is the 3 Bed 3 Bath Model at Pacific Mill Lofts starting at $3,795 with a $1.79 price per square foot in the Colonial Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Prospect Hill Back Bay apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Cornish St | 5 Cornish St | 3BR,1BA | $0.68 |
| Pacific Mill Lofts | 3 Bed 3 Bath | 3BR,3BA | $1.79 |
| 117 Swan St, Unit 2 | 117 Swan St | 3BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Legacy Park Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| Riverwalk Lofts | One Bedroom Loft Standard | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| 59 Waverley Rd, Unit 3 | 59 Waverley Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Washington Mill | Studios | Studio ,1BA | $2.66 |
| Museum Square | The Essex | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| 226Common - New Luxury Apartments | Bella | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| 141 Amesbury St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Prospect Hill Back Bay Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Prospect Hill Back Bay?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Prospect Hill Back Bay is under $2,116.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Prospect Hill Back Bay?
The cheapest apartment in Prospect Hill Back Bay is 141 Amesbury St which is listed at $1,695, while the average apartment in Prospect Hill Back Bay costs $3,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Prospect Hill Back Bay?
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 4 regular apartments in Prospect Hill Back Bay 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 Prospect Hill Back Bay?
Cheap apartments in Prospect Hill Back Bay have an average cost of $115 which is $3,385 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Prospect Hill Back Bay.
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