
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South West Neighborhood of Lawrence, MA from $1,400 (47 Rentals)
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Riverwalk Lofts

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Washington Mill

Princeton at Mount Vernon

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175 Abbott St, Unit 175-1

98 Salem St

32-34 Water St

The Saunders School
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212-214 Boxford St

499 Haverhill St

67 Newton St

246-258 Salem St

158 Water St

523 Haverhill St

239-241 Farnham St

56-58 Kent St

10 Grafton St
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200-206 S Union St

803-805 Essex St

130-132 Springfield St

74 Salem St

94-100 Osgood St

311 Water St

586-594 Andover St

22-24 28 30 Pearl Ave

231 Water St
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55-57 Salem St

South Broadway Mixed Use

356 Broadway

82-86 S Broadway

101 Shawsheen Rd

320 Ames St

292-294 Ames St

Washington Mills

Salem Village
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Saunders Crossing

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56-58 Springfield St

Royal Park Garden

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The Blakeley Building

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151 Beacon Ave

572-574 Essex
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102-114 Water St

23-25 Springfield St
South West, Lawrence, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South West?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| South West Studio Apartments | $1,938 | $1,650 | $2,146 |
| South West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,271 | $1,945 | $2,900 |
| South West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,581 | $2,050 | $3,150 |
| South West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,091 | $2,500 | $3,795 |
| South West 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,675 | $2,500 | $2,850 |
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There are currently 47 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South West Neighborhood of Lawrence, MA.
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Cheapest Available South West Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South West area of Lawrence, MA is a Studio unit found at Saunders Crossing priced from $1,604. Pacific Mill Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here are the most affordable South West apartments for rent in Lawrence, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saunders Crossing | The Charles Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,604 |
| Pacific Mill Lofts | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Washington Mill | Atelier Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,025 |
| Riverwalk Lofts | One Bedroom Loft Standard | 1BR,1BA | $2,080 |
| Pac10 Lofts | C1 – 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Riverwalk Apartments | 1x1 - A6 | 1BR,1BA | $2,285 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South West, MA
As of January 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the South West area is the $1.90 price per square foot 1x1 - A6 Model at Riverwalk Apartments in the in the Colonial Heights neighborhood starting from $2,285. The second greatest value South West apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at Pacific Mill Lofts starting at $1,995 with a $1.76 price per square foot in the Colonial Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South West apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverwalk Apartments | 1x1 - A6 | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Pacific Mill Lofts | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Riverwalk Lofts | One Bedroom Loft Standard | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| 175 Abbott St, Unit 175-1 | 175 Abbott St | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Washington Mill | Atelier Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.52 |
| Pac10 Lofts | C1 – 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| Saunders Crossing | The Charles Renovated | Studio ,1BA | $4.01 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South West Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South West Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South West Apartment is $1,856 at Saunders Crossing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South West Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South West is starting from $2,004 at Saunders Crossing.
What is the most affordable South West Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South West Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pacific Mill Lofts and starts from $2,640.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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