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1 River PlLowell, MA 01852
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Lowell Neighborhood of Lowell, MA from $1,300 (21 Rentals)
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37 Kirk St
37 Kirk StLowell, MA 01852
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31 Kirk St, Unit 31-1
31 Kirk StLowell, MA 01852
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37 Kirk St
37 Kirk StLowell, MA 01852
157 Charles St
LowellMA01852
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available May 1Isobel Lofts
78-80 Middlesex StLowell, MA 01852
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now24 Merrimack Street Apartments
24 Merrimack StLowell, MA 01852
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16 2nd St
LowellMA01850
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449 Central St
LowellMA01852
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Massachusetts Mills
150 Massmills DrLowell, MA 01852
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Loft Two Seven
27 Jackson StLowell, MA 01852
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 10The Apartments at Boott Mills
130 John StLowell, MA 01852
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37 Kirk St
37 Kirk StLowell, MA 01852
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201 Canal
201 Canal StLowell, MA 01852
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Appleton Mills
219 Jackson StLowell, MA 01852
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200 Market St
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173 & 189 E Merrimack St, Lowell MA 01852
189-195 E Merrimack StLowell, MA 01852
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Downtown Lowell, Lowell, MA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Lowell?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Lowell Studio Apartments | $2,227 | $2,180 | $2,360 |
| Downtown Lowell 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,320 | $1,404 | $2,920 |
| Downtown Lowell 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,627 | $1,666 | $3,532 |
| Downtown Lowell 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,299 | $1,908 | $3,989 |
| Downtown Lowell 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,237 | $3,113 | $3,300 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Lowell Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Lowell area of Boston, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at River Place Towers priced from $1,404. 24 Merrimack Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,975. Here are the most affordable Downtown Lowell apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Place Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,404 |
| 24 Merrimack Street Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,975 |
| Massachusetts Mills | Mass Mills II 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,123 |
| Loft Two Seven | Loft 27 Davis One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,145 |
| 201 Canal | 2 Bedroom 2B 2C 2D 2F & 2H - Market | 2BR,2BA | $2,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lowell, MA
As of April 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lowell area is the $1.66 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at 24 Merrimack Street Apartments in the in the Downtown Lowell neighborhood starting from $1,975. The second greatest value Downtown Lowell apartment is the Mass Mills II 3BR/2BA Model at Massachusetts Mills starting at $3,989 with a $3.45 price per square foot in the Downtown Lowell neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Lowell apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 24 Merrimack Street Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Massachusetts Mills | Mass Mills II 3BR/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $3.45 |
| 201 Canal | 2 Bedroom 2B 2C 2D 2F & 2H - Market | 2BR,2BA | $2.56 |
| Loft Two Seven | Counting House Lofts 71 Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.83 |
| River Place Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| 31 Kirk St, Unit 31-1 | 31 Kirk St | 1BR,1BA | $4.41 |
| Edge Merrimack | 516s4x2p | 4BR,2BA | $11.38 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Lowell Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Lowell?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Lowell is River Place Towers which is listed at $1,404, while the average apartment in Downtown Lowell costs $3,577.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Lowell?
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 19 regular apartments in Downtown Lowell that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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