
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Back Central Neighborhood of Lowell, MA from $1,550 (16 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Back Central area of Lowell.


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26 Burns St

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Back Central?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Back Central Studio Apartments | $2,137 | $2,100 | $2,360 |
| Back Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,606 | $1,650 | $2,920 |
| Back Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,632 | $1,800 | $3,200 |
| Back Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,450 | $2,250 | $2,650 |
| Back Central 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,750 | $2,500 | $3,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Back Central Neighborhood of Lowell, MA.
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Cheapest Available Back Central Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Back Central area of Boston, MA is a 2 Beds unit found at 90 Appleton St priced from $1,950. Isobel Lofts-RENT SPECIALS has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,095. Here are the most affordable Back Central apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90 Appleton St | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Isobel Lofts-RENT SPECIALS | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Thorndike Exchange | 1 bed/ 1 bath B | 1BR,1BA | $2,525 |
| The Emery | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $3,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Back Central, MA
As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Back Central area is the $2.47 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at The Emery in the in the Downtown Lowell neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Back Central apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at 90 Appleton St starting at $1,950 with a $2.29 price per square foot in the Downtown Lowell neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Back Central apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Emery | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.47 |
| 90 Appleton St | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Thorndike Exchange | 1 bed/ 1 bath B | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Isobel Lofts-RENT SPECIALS | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.01 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Back Central Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Back Central?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Back Central is at Isobel Lofts-RENT SPECIALS listed at $2,180.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Back Central Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Back Central Apartment is $2,095 at Isobel Lofts-RENT SPECIALS.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Back Central Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Back Central is starting from $1,950 at 90 Appleton St.
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