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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lowell, MA from $600 (49 Rentals)
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityBarker Avenue Apartments
240 Barker AveLowell, MA 01850
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$1,295
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Studio Apartments Available Jan 1, 2026408 E Merrimack St
408 E Merrimack StLowell, MA 01852
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$1,399 - $1,999
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowHallmark Village and Northwood Common
727 Princeton BlvdLowell, MA 01851
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$1,404 - $1,908
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowRiver Place Towers
1 River PlLowell, MA 01852
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$1,434 - $3,384
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCabot Crossing
130 Bowden StLowell, MA 01852
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$1,499 - $2,025
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMeadow Lane Apartments
17 E Meadow LnLowell, MA 01854
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Hillcrest Gardens
11 Allen StLowell, MA 01852
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now265-267 Nesmith St
265-267 Nesmith StLowell, MA 01852
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116 Appleton St
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowPrinceton Park Apartments
670-678 Princeton BlvdLowell, MA 01851
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 1, 2026341 Lakeview Ave
341 Lakeview AveLowell, MA 01850
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25 and 33 Morse Street
25 Morse StLowell, MA 01851
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilitySpruce Knoll
594 Merrimack AveDracut, MA 01826
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCoach House
44 Boston RdChelmsford, MA 01824
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now37-41 Dunstable Rd
37-41 Dunstable RdChelmsford, MA 01863
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowResidences at International Place
20 International PlzTewksbury, MA 01876
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114 Hampson St, Unit 1st floor
114 Hampson StDracut, MA 01826
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Lowell, MA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lowell?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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| Cheap Lowell Studio Apartments | $1,885 | $1,250 | $2,800 |
| Cheap Lowell 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,324 | $1,404 | $3,090 |
| Cheap Lowell 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,617 | $1,666 | $3,763 |
| Cheap Lowell 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,106 | $1,908 | $5,048 |
| Cheap Lowell 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,703 | $750 | $3,400 |
| Lowell 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,600 | $3,000 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lowell, MA
Pricing Updated: 12/14/2025Current 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 | $3,700 | $750 | 293 |
| Greater Merrimack Valley | $4,000 | $739 | 2223 |
Cheapest Available Lowell Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Lowell, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at 206-208 Mammoth Rd in the Pawtuckettville neighborhood priced from $1,200. 33-35 State St in the Lower Belvidere neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,300. 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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| 206-208 Mammoth Rd | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| 33-35 State St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Cabot Crossing | The Quilt Premium Plus | Studio,1BA | $1,434 |
| Coach House | The Oak | Studio,1BA | $1,565 |
| Hillcrest Gardens | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,599 |
| 265-267 Nesmith St | 1Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| IMPERIAL GARDENS | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,625 |
| River Place Towers | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,666 |
| Pine Walk | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
| Morris Garden Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lowell, MA
As of December 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lowell area is the $1.48 price per square foot 150 Pleasant St Model at 150 Pleasant St in the in the Back Central neighborhood starting from $4,000. The second greatest value Lowell apartment is the 125 London St Model at 125 London St, Unit Main starting at $3,000 with a $1.76 price per square foot in the South Lowell 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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| 150 Pleasant St | 150 Pleasant St | 5BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| 125 London St, Unit Main | 125 London St | 5BR,3BA | $1.76 |
| 24 Barker St | 24 Barker St | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 829 Princeton Blvd | 829 Princeton Blvd | 3BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| 328 Stevens St, Unit 2 | 328 Stevens St | 3BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| 24 Merrimack Street Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| The Varnum | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Morris Garden Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 33-35 State St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| 206-208 Mammoth Rd | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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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 $1,695.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lowell?
The cheapest apartment in Lowell is 206-208 Mammoth Rd which is listed at $1,200, while the average apartment in Lowell costs $3,850.
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 76 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 $273 which is $3,577 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lowell.
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