Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South West Lawrence Neighborhood of Lawrence, MA from $600 (8 Rentals)
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South West Lawrence, Lawrence, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South West Lawrence?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South West Lawrence Studio Apartments | $2,142 | $1,650 | $2,852 |
South West Lawrence 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,445 | $1,520 | $3,655 |
South West Lawrence 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,802 | $1,720 | $4,955 |
South West Lawrence 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,401 | $2,500 | $5,290 |
South West Lawrence 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,717 | $3,250 | $4,500 |
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Cheapest Available South West Lawrence Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South West Lawrence area of Boston, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at 141 Amesbury St priced from $1,550. Legacy Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,725. Here are the most affordable South West Lawrence apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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141 Amesbury St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
Legacy Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
Riverside Apartments | 1 BD/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,745 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South West Lawrence, MA
As of May 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the South West Lawrence area is the $2.56 price per square foot 119 Andover St Model at 119 Andover St, Unit 2 in the in the Colonial Heights neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value South West Lawrence apartment is the 323 Middlesex St Model at 323 Middlesex St, Unit 2 starting at $2,300 with a $1.92 price per square foot in the Colonial Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South West Lawrence apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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119 Andover St, Unit 2 | 119 Andover St | 3BR,1BA | $2.56 |
323 Middlesex St, Unit 2 | 323 Middlesex St | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
Riverwalk Lofts | One Bedroom Loft Standard | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
215 Canal St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.42 |
Washington Mill | 1 Bed 1.5 Bath | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.59 |
64 Plymouth St, Unit Apt. 3 - 3rd Floor Unit | 64 Plymouth St | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
Museum Square | The Essex | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
Legacy Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
Riverwalk Apartments | Studio - S3 | Studio ,1BA | $2.81 |
141 Amesbury St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South West Lawrence Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South West Lawrence?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South West Lawrence is under $2,110.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South West Lawrence?
The cheapest apartment in South West Lawrence is 141 Amesbury St which is listed at $1,550, while the average apartment in South West Lawrence costs $3,559.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South West 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 3 regular apartments in South West 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 West Lawrence?
Cheap apartments in South West Lawrence have an average cost of $318 which is $3,241 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South West Lawrence.
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