
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Lowell Neighborhood of Lowell, MA from $1,500 (20 Rentals)
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Thorndike Exchange

Mill City Crossing

26 Burns St

38 Lincoln

48 Whipple St
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781 Lawrence St

Seville Manor

960-968 Central St
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16 Chase St

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Hillcrest Gardens

Waterhead

685-689 Lawrence St

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621 Central St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Lowell?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Lowell Studio Apartments | $1,731 | $1,619 | $1,843 |
| South Lowell 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,045 | $1,650 | $2,525 |
| South Lowell 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,425 | $1,800 | $3,125 |
| South Lowell 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,250 | $2,250 | $2,250 |
| South Lowell 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,575 | $2,500 | $2,650 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Lowell Neighborhood of Lowell, MA.
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Cheapest Available South Lowell Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Lowell area of Boston, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Highland Street Apartments priced from $1,600. Cabot Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,746. Here are the most affordable South Lowell apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Street Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Cabot Crossing | The Appleton Premium Plus | 1BR,1BA | $1,746 |
| Thorndike Exchange | 1 bed/ 1 bath A | 1BR,1BA | $2,375 |
| Waterhead | Concord | 1BR,1BA | $2,380 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Lowell, MA
As of August 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Lowell area is the $2.94 price per square foot Concord Model at Waterhead in the in the Lower Belvidere neighborhood starting from $2,380. The second greatest value South Lowell apartment is the 77 Agawam St Model at 77 Agawam St, Unit 3 starting at $2,100 with a $2.63 price per square foot in the Lower Belvidere neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Lowell apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterhead | Concord | 1BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| 77 Agawam St, Unit 3 | 77 Agawam St | 2BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| Thorndike Exchange | 1 bed/ 1 bath A | 1BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| Highland Street Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| Cabot Crossing | The Hamilton Premium Plus | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Lowell Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Lowell?
The cheapest apartment in South Lowell is Highland Street Apartments which is listed at $1,600, while the average apartment in South Lowell costs $1,918.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South 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 21 regular apartments in South Lowell that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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