Cheap Homes for Rent in the Centralville Neighborhood of Lowell, MA from $1,700 (7 Rentals)

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property at 2 Wachusett St

$1,775

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$1,775

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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2 Wachusett St, Unit 4B

2 Wachusett St
LowellMA01850

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property at 172 Middle St

$1,900

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$1,900

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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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172 Middle St

LowellMA01852

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Centralville, Lowell, MA Local Guide

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 $1,465. 24 Merrimack Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,900. Here are the most affordable Centralville apartments for rent in Boston, MA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
River Place Towers1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,465
24 Merrimack Street Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,900
Brettonwood Estates2 Bedroom Deluxe2BR,1BA$2,040

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Centralville, MA

As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Centralville area is the $1.60 price per square foot Mass Mills I 2BR/2BA Model at Massachusetts Mills in the in the Downtown Lowell neighborhood starting from $2,358. The second greatest value Centralville apartment is the 2 bedroom Model at 24 Merrimack Street Apartments starting at $2,125 with a $1.79 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Massachusetts MillsMass Mills I 2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$1.60
24 Merrimack Street Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.79
The Apartments at Boott MillsOne Bedroom plus Den1BR,1BA$2.45
Brettonwood Estates2 Bedroom Deluxe2BR,1BA$2.15
26 Read St, Unit 2nd F26 Read St2BR,1BA$2.56
River Place Towers1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.88
Edge Merrimack516s4x2p4BR,2BA$12.07

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Centralville, Lowell, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Centralville

What type of rentals are currently available in Centralville?

There are currently 134 Apartments for Rent in Centralville, MA with pricing that ranges from $720 to $3,955. There are also 16 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Centralville ranging from $1,775 to $3,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Centralville?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Centralville ranges from $1,775 to $3,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,606.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Centralville?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Centralville range from $1,994 to $3,955, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,300 to $2,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $720.

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