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19 Varney St
19 Varney StLowell, MA 01854
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lowell, MA from $600 (108 Rentals)
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$7254 Bedroom Apartments Available May 1
19 Varney St
19 Varney StLowell, MA 01854
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248-262 Middlesex St, Unit 260
248-262 Middlesex StLowell, MA 01852
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248-262 Middlesex St, Unit 260
248-262 Middlesex StLowell, MA 01852
227 White St
LowellMA01854
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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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$1,595 - $1,950
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Middlesex Gardens
1895-1905 Middlesex StLowell, MA 01851
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$1,600 - $2,500
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowBarker Avenue Apartments
240 Barker AveLowell, MA 01850
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$1,625 - $2,150
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowHallmark Village and Northwood Common
727 Princeton BlvdLowell, MA 01851
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$1,625 - $1,989
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Brettonwood Estates
859 Lakeview AveLowell, MA 01850
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$1,6501 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 17
40 Highland St, Unit 9
40 Highland StLowell, MA 01852
423 Pawtucket St, Unit 8
423 Pawtucket St
LowellMA01854
157 Charles St
LowellMA01852
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$1,700Studio Apartments Available May 1
19 Academy Dr, Unit 1-12
19 Academy DrLowell, MA 01851
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804 Broadway St, Unit unit 1, Unit unit 1
804 Broadway StLowell, MA 01854
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$1,7001 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 19
40 Highland St, Unit 16
40 Highland StLowell, MA 01852
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$1,700 - $2,575
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowPrinceton Park Apartments
670-678 Princeton BlvdLowell, MA 01851
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$1,700
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now50 3rd Ave
50 3rd AveLowell, MA 01854
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211 White St, Unit 2R, Unit 2R
211 White StLowell, MA 01854
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$1,731 - $2,968
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Cabot Crossing
130 Bowden StLowell, MA 01852
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$1,750 - $1,895
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The Pines at Hovey Square
199 Aiken AveLowell, MA 01850
367 Hildreth St
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2 Wachusett St, Unit 4B, Unit 4B
2 Wachusett St
LowellMA01850
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$1,799 - $2,200
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available May 9Meadow Lane Apartments
17 E Meadow LnLowell, MA 01854
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available May 1Edgewood Gardens Embassy and Wilder Ridge Apartments
71 Robbins StLowell, MA 01851
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Kent Apartments
1250 Westford StLowell, MA 01851
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$1,8001 Bedroom Apartments Available May 1
714 Chelmsford St, Unit 102
714 Chelmsford StLowell, MA 01851
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229 University Ave, Unit third floor, Unit third floor
229 University AveLowell, MA 01854
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$1,8002 Bedroom Apartments Available May 1
40 Highland St, Unit 6
40 Highland StLowell, MA 01852
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$1,8501 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 15
716 Chelmsford St, Unit 301
716 Chelmsford StLowell, MA 01851
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$1,8501 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 15
712 Chelmsford St, Unit 301
712 Chelmsford StLowell, MA 01851
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$1,8502 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 17
40 Highland St, Unit 17
40 Highland StLowell, MA 01852
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$1,8501 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
714 Chelmsford St, Unit 304
714 Chelmsford StLowell, MA 01851
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$1,8501 Bedroom Apartments Available May 2
708 Chelmsford St, Unit 301
708 Chelmsford StLowell, MA 01851
405 Lakeview Ave
LowellMA01850
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$1,900 - $2,125
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now24 Merrimack Street Apartments
24 Merrimack StLowell, MA 01852
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$1,950
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242 Branch St, Unit Apt B, Unit Apt B
242 Branch StLowell, MA 01851
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$1,977 - $6,428
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Massachusetts Mills
150 Massmills DrLowell, MA 01852
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowYork Apartments
151-159 Wood StLowell, MA 01851
118 Aiken Ave
LowellMA01850
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2100 Skyline Dr, Unit 4, Unit 4
2100 Skyline Dr
LowellMA01854
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241 W 6th St
241 W 6th StLowell, MA 01850
6 Harvard St
LowellMA01851
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Residences at The Franco
357 Pawtucket StLowell, MA 01854
320 Varnum Ave
LowellMA01854
1384 Gorham St
LowellMA01852
449 Central St
LowellMA01852
797-803 Merrimack St, Unit 797-1
799 Merrimack St
LowellMA01854
169 Aiken Ave
LowellMA01850
97 Fremont St
LowellMA01850
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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 | $2,098 | $1,600 | $2,800 |
| Cheap Lowell 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,339 | $995 | $3,326 |
| Cheap Lowell 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,766 | $1,666 | $4,004 |
| Cheap Lowell 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,029 | $1,908 | $4,718 |
| Cheap Lowell 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,674 | $700 | $3,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lowell, MA
Pricing Updated: 04/29/2026Current 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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| Greater Merrimack Valley | $3,300 | $700 | 1885 |
| Lowell/Dracut | $3,395 | $700 | 323 |
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 $1,404. Middlesex Gardens in the Outer Greater Merrimack Valley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lowell apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Place Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,404 |
| Middlesex Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Barker Avenue Apartments | Studio Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| Brettonwood Estates | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| Hallmark Village and Northwood Common | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| Morris Garden Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| IMPERIAL GARDENS | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,675 |
| Pine Walk | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lowell, MA
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lowell area is the $1.30 price per square foot 292 Wilder St Model at 292 Wilder St, Unit 2 in the in the Highlands neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Lowell apartment is the 635 Broadway St Model at 635 Broadway St, Unit 1st Floor starting at $2,950 with a $2.11 price per square foot in the Pawtuckettville 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 292 Wilder St, Unit 2 | 292 Wilder St | 3BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| 635 Broadway St, Unit 1st Floor | 635 Broadway St | 3BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| 89 3rd St, Unit Apt 1 | 89 3rd St | 4BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Grassfields Commons | 2 Bed/ 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| 24 Merrimack Street Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| CARLTON PLACE | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| 241 W 6th St | 241 W 6th St | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.21 |
| 2 Wachusett St, Unit 4B | 2 Wachusett St | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Morris Garden Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Middlesex Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
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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.
Lowell, MAPopulation: 111,670
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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 River Place Towers which is listed at $1,404, while the average apartment in Lowell costs $3,347.
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 165 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 $343 which is $3,004 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lowell.
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