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Lowell, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lowell?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Lowell Studio Apartments | $2,733 | $1,400 | $5,505 |
Cheap Lowell 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,498 | $1,407 | $4,336 |
Cheap Lowell 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,801 | $850 | $5,492 |
Cheap Lowell 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,444 | $1,913 | $7,726 |
Cheap Lowell 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,730 | $720 | $3,550 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lowell, MA
Pricing Updated: 07/30/2025Current apartment rentals in the Lowell, MA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Lowell Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Lowell/Dracut | $3,650 | $720 | 141 |
Greater Merrimack Valley | $7,500 | $695 | 1246 |
Cheapest Available Lowell Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lowell, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at River Place Towers in the Downtown Lowell neighborhood priced from $1,407. Cabot Crossing in the Lower Belvidere neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lowell apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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River Place Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,407 |
Cabot Crossing | The Quilt Premium Plus | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
Stevens Street Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Middlesex Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Meadow Lane Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lowell, MA
As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lowell area is the $1.83 price per square foot 60 6th St Model at 60 6th St, Unit 60 in the in the Centralville neighborhood starting from $3,650. The second greatest value Lowell apartment is the 25 Ware St Model at 25 Ware St, Unit #3 starting at $2,650 with a $2.12 price per square foot in the Highlands neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lowell apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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60 6th St, Unit 60 | 60 6th St | 5BR,2BA | $1.83 |
25 Ware St, Unit #3 | 25 Ware St | 3BR,1BA | $2.12 |
24 Merrimack Street Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
The Residences at The Franco | 2 Bedroom "Residences at the Franco" | 2BR,1BA | $2.32 |
Waterhead | Assabet | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
Stevens Street Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
The Varnum | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
Skyline Commons | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.26 |
Middlesex Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
111 Ennell St, Unit Ennell | 111 Ennell St | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
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Lowell Overview
A hub of higher learning and an excellent place to call home for anyone considering a move to the New England region, Lowell is a proud and charming locale in the heart of Massachusetts. With a local history stretching back to the 1800s and a dynamic, ever-growing local population, this bustling city is second only to Boston in the metropolitan area.
Why live in Lowell, MA?
Home to a wide array of local employers ranging from medical labs to universities, this home of over 100,000 residents is a truly ideal spot to get to know. Brimming with hometown pride and plenty of amenities, ranging from local shopping and plenty of public transportation to area nightclubs and a thriving arts district, Lowell apartments combine the best of Massachusetts living with an abundance of know-your-neighbor small town ambiance.
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Getting Around Lowell, MA
Walk Score®
81 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
48 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
50 / 100
Good Transit
Many 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 Lowell Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lowell?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lowell is under $1,850.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lowell?
The cheapest apartment in Lowell is River Place Towers which is listed at $1,407, while the average apartment in Lowell costs $5,575.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lowell?
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 60 regular apartments in Lowell 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 Lowell?
Cheap apartments in Lowell have an average cost of $182 which is $5,393 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lowell.
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