
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Route 2 Neighborhood of Lexington, MA from $800 (50 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Route 2 area of Lexington.


119 Brown St

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69 Stuart St, Unit A

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18 Pope St, Unit #1 Attic

(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

35 Groton School Rd
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49 Main St

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The Willows 55+ Community

Parker Street Apartments

11 Elm St

65 Main St

182 Swanson Rd

Lord Baron Apartments

Parlmont Park Apartments

Assabet Gardens

130 Central St
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98 Apsley St, Unit 1

46 E Main St

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49 Parker St, Unit A

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2 King St, Unit #4

Old Towne Village

25 Main St

Beacon Village

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32 Cherry St, Unit 4

Azalea Court Apartments

49 Main St
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89 Trapelo Rd

18 Silver Lake Ave

92-94 Waltham St

Old High School Commons

Spring Hill Commons

Spring Hill Commons

Hudson Schoolhouse Apartments

Elizabeth Brook Apartments

61-63 Moraine St

121 Great Rd
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Iris Court Apartments

Riverside Apartments, 8-20

Belmont Street Apartments, 550

Concord Crossing

Brookside Apartments

Brook School Apartments

Strawberry Hill Apartments

Acton Coach Estates

Hanover Westford Hills

177 Robbins St
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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 | $2,844 | $1,175 | $9,669 |
| Route 2 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,851 | $1,100 | $9,686 |
| Route 2 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,459 | $1,135 | $10,000+ |
| Route 2 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,309 | $2,200 | $10,000+ |
| Route 2 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,632 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Route 2 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,800 | $850 | $7,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 50 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 $1,175. 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 | $1,175 |
| Parker Street Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| The Willows 55+ Community | Type D | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| The Retreat at Marlborough | One Bedroom One Bath (724 SF) | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Parlmont Park Apartments | The Concord | Studio,1BA | $1,672 |
| Assabet Gardens | One Bed Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
| Spring Hill Commons | 3441M110S | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Route 2, MA
As of June 08, 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 47 Capitol St Model at 47 Capitol St, Unit 2 starting at $3,500 with a $0.35 price per square foot in the Strawberry Hill 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 |
| 47 Capitol St, Unit 2 | 47 Capitol St | 2BR,1BA | $0.35 |
| 74 Chapel St, Unit 74 | 74 Chapel St | 5BR,3.5BA | $0.51 |
| 19 Banks St, Unit #1 | 19 Banks St | 3BR,2BA | $0.38 |
| 315 Warren St | 315 Warren St | 3BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 137 Trapelo Rd, Unit #125-33 | 137 Trapelo Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 137 Virginia Rd | 137 Virginia Rd | 4BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| 137 Virginia Rd | 137 Virginia Rd | 4BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| 35 Jewett St, Unit 2 | 35 Jewett St | 4BR,1.5BA | $1.63 |
| Wedgewood Common Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.88 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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 $1,175.
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 Devenscrest Village and starts from $2,550.
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