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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Lowell Neighborhood of Lowell, MA from $800 (15 Rentals)
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Hallmark Village and Northwood Common
727 Princeton BlvdLowell, MA 01851
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from $1,6951 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Middlesex Gardens
1895-1905 Middlesex StLowell, MA 01851
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Princeton Park Apartments
670-678 Princeton BlvdLowell, MA 01851
200 Market St, Unit 3304
200 Market St
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from $1,7881 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 9
Edgewood Gardens Embassy and Wilder Ridge
71 Robbins StLowell, MA 01851
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Cabot Crossing
130 Bowden StLowell, MA 01852
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33 Middle St, Unit 20
33 Middle St
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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 Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Lowell Studio Apartments | $3,039 | $1,525 | $4,603 |
| Downtown Lowell 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,632 | $1,407 | $3,265 |
| Downtown Lowell 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,912 | $850 | $3,816 |
| Downtown Lowell 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,265 | $1,913 | $5,280 |
| Downtown Lowell 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,040 | $1,110 | $3,900 |
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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 $1,407. Hallmark Village and Northwood Common has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,525. 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 | $1,407 |
| Hallmark Village and Northwood Common | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
| Pine Walk | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Middlesex Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Cabot Crossing | The Quilt Premium Plus | Studio,1BA | $1,875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lowell, MA
As of June 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lowell area is the $1.84 price per square foot Two Bedroom plus Den Model at The Apartments at Boott Mills in the in the Downtown Lowell neighborhood starting from $3,295. The second greatest value Downtown Lowell apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at 24 Merrimack Street Apartments starting at $1,975 with a $1.66 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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| The Apartments at Boott Mills | Two Bedroom plus Den | 2BR,2BA | $1.84 |
| 24 Merrimack Street Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| The Residences at The Franco | 2 Bedroom "Residences at the Franco" | 2BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| The Residences at Crosspoint | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.39 |
| Loft Two Seven | Counting House Lofts 71 Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.69 |
| Princeton Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| Skyline Commons | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Middlesex Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Pine Walk | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| River Place Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
Getting Around the Downtown Lowell Neighborhood in Lowell, MA
Walk Score®
95 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
49 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
59 / 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 Downtown Lowell Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Lowell?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Lowell is under $2,225.
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 $1,407, while the average apartment in Downtown Lowell costs $4,945.
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 16 regular apartments in Downtown Lowell 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 Downtown Lowell?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Lowell have an average cost of $429 which is $4,516 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Lowell.
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