
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Centralville Neighborhood of Lowell, MA from $700 (27 Rentals)
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19 Varney St

River Place Towers

Barker Avenue Apartments

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Brettonwood Estates

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The Pines at Hovey Square
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367 Hildreth St

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2 Wachusett St, Unit 4B, Unit 4B

2 Wachusett St, Unit 4B, Unit 4B

24 Merrimack Street Apartments

405 Lakeview Ave

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Massachusetts Mills
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118 Aiken Ave

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241 W 6th St

797-803 Merrimack St, Unit 797-1

169 Aiken Ave

97 Fremont St

169 Merrimack St, Unit 301
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39 Myrtle St

Jaycee Place Apartments

Parkside Village

28-40 Aiken St

725 Merrimack

200 Market St
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369 Aiken Ave

10 Hazelwood Ave, Unit Unit #14, Unit Unit #14

Robbins Nest Townhomes
Centralville, Lowell, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Centralville?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centralville Studio Apartments | $1,650 | $1,600 | $1,700 |
| Centralville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,957 | $1,404 | $2,525 |
| Centralville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,344 | $1,666 | $3,532 |
| Centralville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,785 | $1,908 | $3,955 |
| Centralville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,587 | $700 | $3,300 |
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Cheapest Available Centralville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Centralville area of Boston, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at River Place Towers priced from $1,404. Barker Avenue Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here are the most affordable Centralville apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Place Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,404 |
| Barker Avenue Apartments | Studio Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| Brettonwood Estates | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| The Pines at Hovey Square | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| 24 Merrimack Street Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Massachusetts Mills | Mass Mills I 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,977 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Centralville, MA
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Centralville area is the $2.21 price per square foot 89 3rd St Model at 89 3rd St, Unit Apt 1 in the in the Downtown Lowell neighborhood starting from $3,100. The second greatest value Centralville apartment is the 1 bedroom Model at 24 Merrimack Street Apartments starting at $1,900 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the Downtown Lowell neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Centralville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 89 3rd St, Unit Apt 1 | 89 3rd St | 4BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| 24 Merrimack Street Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| 26 Read St | 26 Read St | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 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 |
| The Apartments at Boott Mills | One Bedroom plus Den | 1BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| 19 Butterfield St, Unit Second floor | 19 Butterfield St | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Brettonwood Estates | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| Massachusetts Mills | Mass Mills I 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.48 |
| River Place Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team of engineers and researchers compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Centralville, Lowell, and the greater Boston area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Centralville Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Centralville?
The cheapest apartment in Centralville is River Place Towers which is listed at $1,404, while the average apartment in Centralville costs $3,100.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Centralville?
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 20 regular apartments in Centralville 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 Centralville?
Cheap apartments in Centralville have an average cost of $634 which is $2,466 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Centralville.
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