
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Back Central Neighborhood of Lowell, MA from $1,500 (7 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Back Central area of Lowell.


100 Appleton St

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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 | $1,650 | $1,650 | $1,650 |
| Back Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,374 | $2,200 | $2,500 |
| Back Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,070 | $1,950 | $2,250 |
| Back Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,750 | $2,500 | $3,000 |
| Back Central 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,815 | $2,650 | $3,000 |
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Cheapest Available Back Central Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 165 Thorndike Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Back Central, MA
As of November 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Back Central 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 Back Central apartment is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at 165 Thorndike Street starting at $2,295 with a $2.97 price per square foot in the Back Central 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 150 Pleasant St | 150 Pleasant St | 5BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| 165 Thorndike Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBack Central, Lowell, MA
Ranked #4
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Back Central Neighborhood in Lowell, MA
Walk Score®
91 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
47 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
61 / 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 Back Central Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Back Central Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Back Central Apartment is $2,295 at 165 Thorndike Street.
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