
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Lawrence Neighborhood of Lawrence, MA from $1,400 (14 Rentals)
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226Common - New Luxury Apartments

Pacific Mill Lofts

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Washington Mill

Riverwalk Apartments

Museum Square
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215 Canal St

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84 Salem St, Unit 2 floor B
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South Lawrence, Lawrence, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Lawrence?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Lawrence Studio Apartments | $1,905 | $1,650 | $2,443 |
| South Lawrence 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,213 | $1,675 | $2,900 |
| South Lawrence 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,544 | $2,050 | $3,040 |
| South Lawrence 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,026 | $2,425 | $3,795 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the South Lawrence Neighborhood of Lawrence, MA.
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Cheapest Available South Lawrence Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Lawrence area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at Saunders Crossing priced from $1,531. 226Common - New Luxury Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,675. Here are the most affordable South Lawrence apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saunders Crossing | The Charles Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,531 |
| 226Common - New Luxury Apartments | Lucas | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
| Washington Mill | Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,815 |
| Riverwalk Apartments | Studio - S5 | Studio,1BA | $1,879 |
| Museum Square | The Essex | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Lawrence, MA
As of December 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Lawrence area is the $1.76 price per square foot 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at Pacific Mill Lofts in the in the Colonial Heights neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value South Lawrence apartment is the One Bedroom Loft Standard Model at Riverwalk Lofts starting at $2,180 with a $2.23 price per square foot in the Colonial Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Lawrence apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Mill Lofts | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Riverwalk Lofts | One Bedroom Loft Standard | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| 215 Canal St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Riverwalk Apartments | Studio - S5 | Studio ,1BA | $2.16 |
| 175 Abbott St, Unit 175-1 | 175 Abbott St | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| River Pointe at Den Rock Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| Museum Square | The Essex | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Washington Mill | Studios | Studio ,1BA | $2.39 |
| 84 Salem St, Unit 2 floor B | 84 Salem St | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Pac10 Lofts | C1 – 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.02 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team works hard to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Massachusetts, including Lawrence. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the South Lawrence Neighborhood in Lawrence, MA
Walk Score®
75 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
46 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
38 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Lawrence Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Lawrence?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Lawrence is under $2,100.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Lawrence?
The cheapest apartment in South Lawrence is 226Common - New Luxury Apartments which is listed at $1,675, while the average apartment in South Lawrence costs $2,850.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South 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 1 regular apartments in South 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 South Lawrence?
Cheap apartments in South Lawrence have an average cost of $240 which is $2,610 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Lawrence.
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