Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Greater Merrimack Valley Neighborhood of Lowell, MA from $600 (144 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Greater Merrimack Valley area of Lowell.

426 Fletcher St

Hallmark Village and Northwood Common

Barker Avenue Apartments

River Place Towers

Cabot Crossing

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Hillcrest Gardens

265-267 Nesmith St

151-153 Charles St
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37 Blossom St

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1 Hathorne Cres

Lonvale Gardens

Heritage Gardens

Leominster Gardens
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Presidential Park Apartments

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47 Oak Ter, Unit 47 Oak Unit 1 R1

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48 Oak Ter, Unit 48 Oak 2nd Floor Unit R1

Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community

Monahan Manor

Palm Square Residences 55+ Community

Riverside Commons

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46 Oak Ter, Unit 46 Oak 2nd Floor Unit R4

Pepperell Meadows

41 Summer St
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Presidential Gardens

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72 Hoover St, Unit #2 2nd floor

Moran Square

Littleton Lyne Apartments

71 Chapel St

34 Tremaine St

54 Fox St

50 Summer St

Hamilton Park

Derry C.C. Estates
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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 | $2,041 | $1,100 | $4,065 |
| Greater Merrimack Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,393 | $739 | $5,859 |
| Greater Merrimack Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,811 | $1,356 | $9,575 |
| Greater Merrimack Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,321 | $800 | $10,000+ |
| Greater Merrimack Valley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,940 | $750 | $4,630 |
| Greater Merrimack Valley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,720 | $3,000 | $4,200 |
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There are currently 144 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 1 Bed unit found at 33-35 State St priced from $1,300. Moran Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,390. Here are the most affordable Greater Merrimack Valley apartments for rent in Lowell, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33-35 State St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Moran Square | 2 Beds 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,390 |
| Littleton Lyne Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community | 2 Bedroom Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| 184 Main St | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Residences at Daniel Webster Nashua | Furnished Studio ( Long Term 8+ Months) | Studio,1BA | $1,467 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Greater Merrimack Valley, MA
As of December 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Greater Merrimack Valley area is the $0.35 price per square foot 14 Moss St Model at 14 Moss St in the in the Havenville neighborhood starting from $3,495. The second greatest value Greater Merrimack Valley apartment is the 6 Dragon Court Cir Model at 6 Dragon Court Cir, Unit NA starting at $2,800 with a $0.28 price per square foot in the Walnut Hill 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Moss St | 14 Moss St | 3BR,1BA | $0.35 |
| 6 Dragon Court Cir, Unit NA | 6 Dragon Court Cir | 4BR,1.5BA | $0.28 |
| 150 Pleasant St | 150 Pleasant St | 5BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| The Lofts at City Place | Paragon | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| 127 Portland St, Unit Unit 2 | 127 Portland St | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 24 Barker St | 24 Barker St | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 82 Riverside St, Unit 1 | 82 Riverside St | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Lofts 34 List | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Moran Square | 2 Beds 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community | 2 Bedroom Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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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 a cheap apartment in Greater Merrimack Valley?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Greater Merrimack Valley is under $1,467.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Greater Merrimack Valley?
The cheapest apartment in Greater Merrimack Valley is 33-35 State St which is listed at $1,300, while the average apartment in Greater Merrimack Valley costs $4,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Greater Merrimack Valley?
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 60 regular apartments in Greater Merrimack Valley 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 Greater Merrimack Valley?
Cheap apartments in Greater Merrimack Valley have an average cost of $181 which is $3,819 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Greater Merrimack Valley.
Expert Rental Resources
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!
















