
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Greater Merrimack Valley Neighborhood of Lowell, MA from $600 (212 Rentals)
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39 12th St

97-99 Jewett St

River Place Towers

2 Sutherland St

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33 White St, Unit 33 B

549 Westford St

102-104 4th Ave

Barker Avenue Apartments

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Cabot Crossing
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Middlesex Gardens

Morris Garden Apartments

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Brettonwood Estates

Princeton Park Apartments

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211 White St, Unit 2R

19 Academy Dr

Jaycee Place Apartments

Lakeshore

33-35 State St

Appleton Mills
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Parkside Village

Northwood Common

28-40 Aiken St

49-61 E Meadow Ln

Delmont Garden Apartments

COLONY PARK APARTMENTS

265 Stackpole St

261 Stackpole St

725 Merrimack

Highland Street Apartments
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The Pines at Hovey Square

Hillcrest Gardens

Edgewood Gardens

IMPERIAL GARDENS

Olde English Village

116 Fletcher St

Pine Walk

50 3rd Ave

Moran Square
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37 Blossom St

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120 Springfield St, Unit 3

48 Temple St

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48 Oak Ter

Lonvale Gardens

Heritage Gardens

Leominster Gardens

Presidential Park Apartments

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47 Oak Ter

Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community
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Greater Merrimack Valley, Lowell, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Greater Merrimack Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Merrimack Valley Studio Apartments | $2,064 | $1,100 | $4,082 |
| Greater Merrimack Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,416 | $739 | $10,000+ |
| Greater Merrimack Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,840 | $692 | $8,856 |
| Greater Merrimack Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,582 | $800 | $10,000+ |
| Greater Merrimack Valley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,825 | $720 | $10,000+ |
| Greater Merrimack Valley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,047 | $2,595 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 212 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Greater Merrimack Valley Neighborhood of Lowell, MA.
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Cheapest Available Greater Merrimack Valley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Greater Merrimack Valley area of Lowell, MA is a 2 Beds unit found at Moran Square priced from $692. Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,262. Here are the most affordable Greater Merrimack Valley apartments for rent in Lowell, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moran Square | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $692 |
| Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community | 1 Bedroom Affordable/Income Restriction | 1BR,1BA | $1,262 |
| Peabody Place, LLC. | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| River Place Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,404 |
| The Willows 55+ Community | Type A1 | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Greater Merrimack Valley, MA
As of February 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Greater Merrimack Valley area is the $1.45 price per square foot 292 Wilder St Model at 292 Wilder St, Unit 2 in the in the Highlands neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Greater Merrimack Valley apartment is the 37 Hollis 3Bdrm Model at 37 Hollis St starting at $2,550 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Outer Greater Merrimack Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Greater Merrimack Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 292 Wilder St, Unit 2 | 292 Wilder St | 3BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| 37 Hollis St | 37 Hollis 3Bdrm | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.68 |
| 89 Elmwood Rd, Unit 1 | 89 Elmwood Rd | 3BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 95 Bradford Ave, Unit 2 | 95 Bradford Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 37 Endicott St, Unit 3 | 37 Endicott St | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 24 Merrimack Street Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| 16 Nichols St, Unit 2 | 16 Nichols St | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| 143 Charles St, Unit 2 | 143 Charles St | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community | 2 Bedroom Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Moran Square | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including Greater Merrimack Valley, Lowell, and the greater Lowell area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Greater Merrimack Valley Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Greater Merrimack Valley?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Greater Merrimack Valley is at Peabody Place, LLC. listed at $1,300.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Greater Merrimack Valley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Greater Merrimack Valley Apartment is $1,180 at Moran Square.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Greater Merrimack Valley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Greater Merrimack Valley is starting from $692 at Moran Square.
What is the most affordable Greater Merrimack Valley Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Greater Merrimack Valley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 22 Marshall Street, LLC and starts from $2,112.
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