Cheap Homes for Rent in Greater Merrimack Valley Neighborhood of Lowell, MA from $600 (101 Rentals)

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property at 59 Tremont St

59 Tremont St

LawrenceMA01841
property at 24 Lyon St

24 Lyon St

LowellMA01852
property at 33 Sunset Dr

33 Sunset Dr

PeabodyMA01960
property at 30 Lawrence St

30 Lawrence St

LawrenceMA01840
property at 5 Nelson Cir

5 Nelson Cir

MiddletonMA01949
property at 116 Lafayette St

116 Lafayette St

SalemMA01970
property at 358 Mammoth Rd

358 Mammoth Rd

LowellMA01854

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property at 3 Leonard Rd

3 Leonard Rd

BoxboroughMA01719
property at 1 Bragg Ave

1 Bragg Ave, Unit A

1 Bragg Ave
HamptonNH03842
property at 300 Swanson Rd

300 Swanson Rd

BoxboroughMA01719

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property at 5 Turnpike

5 Turnpike

TownsendMA01469
property at 6 Mt Lebanon St

6 Mt Lebanon St

PepperellMA01463
property at 242 Cumberland Rd

242 Cumberland Rd

LowellMA01850
property at 423 Pawtucket St

423 Pawtucket St

LowellMA01854
property at 44 Leonard Rd

44 Leonard Rd

BoxboroughMA01719
property at 90 Sutton St

90 Sutton St, Unit 10C

90 Sutton St
North AndoverMA01845
property at 11 Blossom St

11 Blossom St

LeominsterMA01453
property at 625 W Lowell Ave

625 W Lowell Ave

HaverhillMA01832

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property at 67 Washington St

67 Washington St

HaverhillMA01832
property at 209 Great Rd

209 Great Rd

ActonMA01720
property at 187 Great Rd

187 Great Rd

ActonMA01720
property at 1 Cedar Ct

1 Cedar Ct

AmesburyMA01913
property at 62 Highland St

62 Highland St

LowellMA01852
property at 15 Lynde St

15 Lynde St

SalemMA01970

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property at 424 Great Rd

424 Great Rd

ActonMA01720
property at 73 Kingsbury St

73 Kingsbury St, Unit 2

73 Kingsbury St
FitchburgMA01420
property at 10 Spaulding Rd

10 Spaulding Rd

TownsendMA01469

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Greater Merrimack Valley, Lowell, MA Local Guide

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. Brettonwood Estates has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here are the most affordable Greater Merrimack Valley apartments for rent in Lowell, MA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Moran Square2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$692
Brettonwood EstatesStudioStudio,1BA$1,395
River Place Towers1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,404
Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community2 Bedroom Affordable2BR,1BA$1,450
Residences at Daniel Webster NashuaFurnished Studio ( Long Term 8+ Months)Studio,1BA$1,467
The Willows 55+ CommunityType A1Studio,1BA$1,500
Palm Square Residences 55+ Community1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,500
Cabot CrossingThe Quilt Premium PlusStudio,1BA$1,509

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Greater Merrimack Valley, MA

As of November 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Greater Merrimack Valley area is the $0.21 price per square foot 102 Hillside Rd Model at 102 Hillside Rd, Unit B in the in the Colonial Heights neighborhood starting from $2,100. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
102 Hillside Rd, Unit B102 Hillside Rd2BR,1BA$0.21
6 Dragon Court Cir, Unit NA6 Dragon Court Cir4BR,1.5BA$0.28
14 Moss St14 Moss St3BR,1BA$0.35
150 Pleasant St150 Pleasant St5BR,2BA$1.48
117 Swan St, Unit 2117 Swan St3BR,1BA$1.14
Lofts 34 List3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.40
127 Portland St, Unit Unit 2127 Portland St2BR,1BA$1.50
70 Edwards St, Unit Unit 170 Edwards St3BR,2BA$1.39
Clovelly ApartmentsB22BR,2BA$1.17
Moran Square1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.37

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Frequently Asked Questions about Greater Merrimack Valley

What type of rentals are currently available in Greater Merrimack Valley?

There are currently 3008 Apartments for Rent in Greater Merrimack Valley, MA with pricing that ranges from $692 to $10,500. There are also 667 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Greater Merrimack Valley ranging from $600 to $22,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Greater Merrimack Valley?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Greater Merrimack Valley ranges from $600 to $22,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,224.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Greater Merrimack Valley?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Greater Merrimack Valley range from $1,750 to $10,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $600 to $11,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,400.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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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! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.