
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Back Central Neighborhood of Lowell, MA from $900 (16 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Back Central area of Lowell.


Cotton House Lofts

10-20 Concord St

26 Burns St

238 Appleton St
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48 Whipple St

27-37 Butler Ave

30 Concord St

781 Lawrence St

960-968 Central St
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16 Chase St

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685-689 Lawrence St

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621 Central St
Back Central, Lowell, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Back Central?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Back Central Studio Apartments | $2,212 | $2,100 | $2,360 |
| Back Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,638 | $2,375 | $2,920 |
| Back Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,944 | $2,000 | $3,800 |
| Back Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,974 | $900 | $2,500 |
| Back Central 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,500 | $2,500 | $2,500 |
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 1 Bed unit found at Highland Street Apartments priced from $1,650. The Emery has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,100. Here are the most affordable Back Central apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Street Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| The Emery | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
| Isobel Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,180 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Back Central, MA
As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Back Central area is the $2.53 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Highland Street Apartments in the in the Back Central neighborhood starting from $1,925. The second greatest value Back Central apartment is the Studio Model at Isobel Lofts starting at $2,180 with a $4.01 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Street Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Isobel Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.01 |
| The Emery | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.96 |
| 110 Pleasant St, Unit 110 pleasant street FL 3 | 110 Pleasant St | 3BR,1BA | $1.80 |
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 The Emery listed at $2,100.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Back Central Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Back Central Apartment is $1,650 at Highland Street Apartments.
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 $1,925 at Highland Street Apartments.
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