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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Lowell Neighborhood of Lowell, MA from $900 (5 Rentals)
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowRiver Place Towers
1 River PlLowell, MA 01852
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$1,800
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2 Bedroom Apartment Available Mar 1Total Monthly Price
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22 2nd St, Unit 1
22 2nd StLowell, MA 01850
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Appleton Mills
219 Jackson StLowell, MA 01852
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Counting House Lofts I
109 Jackson 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 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,122 | $900 | $2,649 |
| Downtown Lowell 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,667 | $1,666 | $3,915 |
| Downtown Lowell 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,962 | $1,908 | $3,955 |
| Downtown Lowell 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,140 | $2,800 | $3,400 |
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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. Massachusetts Mills has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,971. 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 |
| Massachusetts Mills | Mass Mills I 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,971 |
| 24 Merrimack Street Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lowell, MA
As of February 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lowell area is the $2.21 price per square foot 89 3rd St Model at 89 3rd St, Unit Apt 1 in the in the Downtown Lowell neighborhood starting from $3,100. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 89 3rd St, Unit Apt 1 | 89 3rd St | 4BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| 24 Merrimack Street Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| 201 Canal | 2 Bedroom 2B 2C 2D 2F & 2H - Market | 2BR,2BA | $2.56 |
| Loft Two Seven | Counting House Lofts 109 One Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| The Apartments at Boott Mills | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| 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 |
| Massachusetts Mills | Mass Mills II 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| River Place Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| 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 River Place Towers which is listed at $1,404, while the average apartment in Downtown Lowell costs $3,100.
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 10 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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