
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Lowell Neighborhood of Lowell, MA from $1,300 (9 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Lowell area of Lowell.


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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 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,130 | $1,404 | $2,649 |
| Downtown Lowell 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,545 | $1,666 | $3,532 |
| Downtown Lowell 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,062 | $1,908 | $4,012 |
| Downtown Lowell 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,150 | $2,900 | $3,400 |
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There are currently 9 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 2 Beds unit found at River Place Towers priced from $1,666. Massachusetts Mills has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,921. Here are the most affordable Downtown Lowell apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Place Towers | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,666 |
| Massachusetts Mills | Mass Mills II 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,921 |
| 24 Merrimack Street Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lowell, MA
As of December 22, 2025 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 $4,012 with a $3.47 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 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Massachusetts Mills | Mass Mills II 3BR/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $3.47 |
| The Apartments at Boott Mills | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| 55 W 3rd St, Unit 1 | 55 W 3rd St | 2BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| 8 3rd St, Unit 1 | 8 3rd St | 3BR,1BA | $3.25 |
| Loft Two Seven | Counting House Lofts 71 One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
| River Place Towers | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| 201 Canal | 1 Bedroom 1A & 1C - Market | 1BR,1BA | $3.35 |
| Edge Merrimack | 516s2x2A | 2BR,2BA | $11.39 |
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 Massachusetts Mills which is listed at $1,921, while the average apartment in Downtown Lowell costs $3,150.
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 17 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 $760 which is $2,390 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Lowell.
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