Cheap Homes for Rent in Lowell, MA from $1,000 (12 Rentals)
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1541 Middlesex St

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200 Market St, Unit 3304

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16 Middlesex St

52 Lawrence Dr, Unit 515

130 John St

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How much does it cost to rent a home in Lowell?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Lowell 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,557 | $1,900 | $3,100 |
Lowell 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,142 | $2,750 | $3,800 |
Lowell 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,360 | $1,620 | $4,100 |
Lowell 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,200 | $3,200 | $3,200 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lowell, MA
Pricing Updated: 07/28/2025Current apartment rentals in the Lowell, MA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Lowell Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Lowell/Dracut | $3,325 | $720 | 140 |
Greater Merrimack Valley | $7,500 | $695 | 1286 |
Cheapest Available Lowell Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lowell, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at River Place Towers in the Downtown Lowell neighborhood priced from $1,407. Morris Garden Apartments in the Highlands neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lowell apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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River Place Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,407 |
Morris Garden Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Cabot Crossing | The Quilt Premium Plus | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
Stevens Street Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Middlesex Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lowell, MA
As of July 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lowell area is the $1.83 price per square foot 60 6th St Model at 60 6th St, Unit 60 in the in the Centralville neighborhood starting from $3,650. The second greatest value Lowell apartment is the 24 Hunnewell Cir Model at 24 Hunnewell Cir starting at $2,875 with a $1.61 price per square foot in the Pawtuckettville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lowell apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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60 6th St, Unit 60 | 60 6th St | 5BR,2BA | $1.83 |
24 Hunnewell Cir | 24 Hunnewell Cir | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
25 Ware St, Unit #3 | 25 Ware St | 3BR,1BA | $2.12 |
24 Merrimack Street Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
The Residences at The Franco | 2 Bedroom "Residences at the Franco" | 2BR,1BA | $2.32 |
The Varnum | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
Stevens Street Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
Princeton Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $2.39 |
Middlesex Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
111 Ennell St, Unit Ennell | 111 Ennell St | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lowell
What type of rentals are currently available in Lowell?
There are currently 505 Apartments for Rent in Lowell, MA with pricing that ranges from $720 to $5,505. There are also 55 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lowell ranging from $1,000 to $4,100.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lowell?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lowell ranges from $1,000 to $4,100 with an average monthly rent of $2,811.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Lowell?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Lowell range from $1,913 to $4,984, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,750 to $3,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,620 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $720.
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