
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Lowell Neighborhood of Lowell, MA from $1,300 (18 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Lowell area of Lowell.


114 Appleton St

24 Merrimack Street Apartments

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Massachusetts Mills

57 Lakeview Ave, Unit F

169 Merrimack St
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238 Appleton St, Unit 2

238 Appleton St

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Loft Two Seven

Isobel Lofts

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The Apartments at Boott Mills
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Appleton Mills

Counting House Lofts I

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Downtown Lowell, Lowell, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Lowell?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Lowell Studio Apartments | $2,145 | $1,650 | $2,360 |
| Downtown Lowell 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,331 | $1,465 | $2,920 |
| Downtown Lowell 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,582 | $1,739 | $3,532 |
| Downtown Lowell 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,943 | $1,994 | $3,955 |
| Downtown Lowell 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,300 | $3,300 | $3,300 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Lowell Neighborhood of Lowell, MA.
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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 $1,465. 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 Downtown Lowell apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Place Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,465 |
| 24 Merrimack Street Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Massachusetts Mills | Mass Mills I 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,016 |
| Loft Two Seven | Counting House Lofts 71 One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,149 |
| Isobel Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,180 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lowell, MA
As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lowell area is the $1.79 price per square foot 2 bedroom Model at 24 Merrimack Street Apartments in the in the Downtown Lowell neighborhood starting from $2,125. The second greatest value Downtown Lowell apartment is the One Bedroom plus Den Model at The Apartments at Boott Mills starting at $2,395 with a $2.46 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Merrimack Street Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| The Apartments at Boott Mills | One Bedroom plus Den | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| Loft Two Seven | Counting House Lofts 71 One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| 199 Market St | 199 Market St | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| 201 Canal | 1 Bedroom 1A & 1G - Workforce | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| Massachusetts Mills | Mass Mills I 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
| 31 Kirk St | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.76 |
| Isobel Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.01 |
| River Place Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| Edge Merrimack | 516s4x2p | 4BR,2BA | $11.38 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Lowell Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Lowell?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Lowell is at Isobel Lofts listed at $2,180.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Lowell Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Lowell Apartment is $1,465 at River Place Towers.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Lowell Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Lowell is starting from $1,739 at River Place Towers.
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