Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Lowell Neighborhood of Lowell, MA from $1,500 (6 Rentals)

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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 Studio unit found at Cabot Crossing priced from $1,690. Hillcrest Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,745. Here are the most affordable South Lowell apartments for rent in Boston, MA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cabot CrossingThe Quilt Premium PlusStudio,1BA$1,690
Hillcrest GardensStudioStudio,1BA$1,745
WaterheadAssabet1BR,1BA$2,645

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Lowell, MA

As of July 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Lowell area is the $2.47 price per square foot Assabet Model at Waterhead in the in the Lower Belvidere neighborhood starting from $2,645. The second greatest value South Lowell apartment is the 36 Gates St Model at 36 Gates St, Unit 36 #2 starting at $2,650 with a $3.12 price per square foot in the Highlands neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Lowell apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
WaterheadAssabet1BR,1BA$2.47
36 Gates St, Unit 36 #236 Gates St2BR,2BA$3.12
12 Grafton St, Unit 1212 Grafton St1BR,1BA$2.60
Cabot CrossingThe Quilt Premium PlusStudio ,1BA$4.69
Hillcrest GardensStudioStudio ,1BA$6.84

Getting Around the South Lowell Neighborhood in Lowell, MA

Walk Score®

61 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

51 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

44 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Lowell Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Lowell?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Lowell is at Cabot Crossing listed at $1,690.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Lowell Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Lowell Apartment is $1,945 at Cabot Crossing.

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