
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Route 2 Neighborhood of Lexington, MA from $900 (57 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Route 2 area of Lexington.


Franklin School Apartments

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54 Olney St, Unit 2

(55+ and Affordable)The Coolidge at Sudbury

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22 Augustus Rd

Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term

Lincoln Woods Apartments

14 Forest St

65 Main St

49 Main St
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Parker Street Apartments

201 W Acton Rd

239 Grove St

11 Elm St

182 Swanson Rd

3 Grove St

Parlmont Park Apartments

108 Apsley St, Unit 4

32 Spencer Rd

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13 Morse St, Unit 13 Morse street
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Lord Baron Apartments

Assabet Gardens

100.5 Washington St

18 Ayer Rd

Azalea Court Apartments

8 Exchange St

2 Sudbury Ct

43 Grove St

29 Walnut St

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150 Crescent St, Unit 150
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6 West St, Unit Excellent location

Beacon Village

Littleton Lyne Apartments

27 Middle St

9 Kenmar Dr

95 Adams St, Unit 16

80 Cambridge Rd

245 Main St, Unit 55

49 Main St

Hamilton Place
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Old High School Commons

Spring Hill Commons

Spring Hill Commons

The Willows 55+ Community

Hudson Schoolhouse Apartments

Elizabeth Brook Apartments

61-63 Moraine St

Iris Court Apartments

121 Great Rd

Riverside Apartments, 8-20
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Route 2, Lexington, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Route 2?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Route 2 Studio Apartments | $2,875 | $1,200 | $9,544 |
| Route 2 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,919 | $1,277 | $9,760 |
| Route 2 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,491 | $1,135 | $10,000+ |
| Route 2 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,196 | $1,100 | $9,670 |
| Route 2 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,629 | $3,250 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 57 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Route 2 Neighborhood of Lexington, MA.
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Cheapest Available Route 2 Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Route 2 area of Lexington, MA is a Studio unit found at Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term priced from $1,200. Parker Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here are the most affordable Route 2 apartments for rent in Lexington, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term | Furnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Parker Street Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Assabet Gardens | One Bed Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
| Azalea Court Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Spring Hill Commons | 3441M110S | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
| Littleton Lyne Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Lord Baron Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,980 |
| Shaker Glen Village | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Route 2, MA
As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Route 2 area is the $0.37 price per square foot 6 Swetts Ct Model at 6 Swetts Ct, Unit 1 in the in the West End neighborhood starting from $3,700. The second greatest value Route 2 apartment is the 8 Homer St Model at 8 Homer St starting at $2,800 with a $0.28 price per square foot in the West End neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Route 2 apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Swetts Ct, Unit 1 | 6 Swetts Ct | 4BR,1.5BA | $0.37 |
| 8 Homer St | 8 Homer St | 3BR,1BA | $0.28 |
| 255 Derby St | 255 Derby St | 3BR,2BA | $0.35 |
| 35 Jewett St, Unit 2 | 35 Jewett St | 4BR,1.5BA | $1.63 |
| 16 Appleton Place | 16 Appleton Place | 3BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| Wedgewood Common Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.88 |
| 195 Gates Pond Rd, Unit 195 Gates Pond Rd | 195 Gates Pond Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| 84 Alexander Rd, Unit 2 | 84 Alexander Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 13 Morse St, Unit 13 Morse street | 13 Morse St | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Assabet Gardens | Two Bed Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
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This website compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Route 2, Lexington, and the greater Lexington area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Route 2 Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Route 2?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Route 2 is at Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term listed at $1,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Route 2 Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Route 2 Apartment is $1,500 at Parker Street Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Route 2 Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Route 2 is starting from $1,700 at Parker Street Apartments.
What is the most affordable Route 2 Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Route 2 Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Windsor Village at Waltham and starts from $3,264.
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