
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cliffs Neighborhood of Marblehead, MA from $900 (58 Rentals)
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1 Middle St

11 Vine St

128 Pleasant St

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128 Pleasant St, Unit 128 Pleasant St #2

8 Franklin St

Marblehead Highlands

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52 Lawrence St, Unit Room for Rent

40R Highland Ave

10 Howard St, Unit 1
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10 Howard St, Unit 3

10 Howard St, Unit 2

Salem Heights

150 Federal St, Unit FOR RENT UTILITIES WIFI PARKING

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41 English St, Unit Rear

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36 Endicott St

Salem Highlands

1 Harbor

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99 Canal St, Unit 1

40 Winthrop St, Unit Room in a house
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8 Hersey St

233 Lafayette St, Unit 24

257 Washington St, Unit 11

257 Washington St, Unit 3

257 Washington St, Unit 3

Princeton Crossing

8 Hancock St, Unit 1L

257 Washington St, Unit 16

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30 Gardner St, Unit 2

257 Washington St, Unit 16
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84 Hathorne St, Unit 1 rear

257 Washington St, Unit 14

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Lore

233 Lafayette St

256 Washington

123 Highland Ave, Unit 3

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The Landing at Vinnin Square

River Properties

271 Jefferson Ave

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14 Glover St, Unit 2
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23 Herbert St, Unit 2

4 Horton St

24 Dunlap St

Fairweather Apartments (Age 62+ Community)

116 Lafayette St

The Residences at St. James

The Lighthouses

327 Jefferson Ave

Fairfax

122 Boston
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Cliffs, Marblehead, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cliffs?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cliffs Studio Apartments | $2,030 | $1,100 | $2,349 |
| Cliffs 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,494 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Cliffs 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,065 | $1,700 | $6,568 |
| Cliffs 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,614 | $2,500 | $8,992 |
| Cliffs 4 Bedroom Apartments | $13,767 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 58 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Cliffs Neighborhood of Marblehead, MA.
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Cheapest Available Cliffs Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cliffs area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at Salem Highlands priced from $1,700. Lore has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,299. Here are the most affordable Cliffs apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem Highlands | Studio, non-renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Lore | ST1 | Studio,1BA | $2,299 |
| The Landing at Vinnin Square | B | 1BR,1BA | $2,405 |
| Halstead Salem Station | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2,560 |
| Bell North Shore | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,566 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cliffs, MA
As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cliffs area is the $2.75 price per square foot A4 Model at Vavel Apartments in the in the South Salem neighborhood starting from $3,950. The second greatest value Cliffs apartment is the 23 Gardner St Model at 23 Gardner St starting at $2,600 with a $1.86 price per square foot in the South Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cliffs apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vavel Apartments | A4 | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| 23 Gardner St | 23 Gardner St | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| 13 Becket St, Unit 2 | 13 Becket St | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Eagle Rock Apartments at Swampscott | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.59 |
| 14 Glover St, Unit 2 | 14 Glover St | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| River Properties | 2 Bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| University Square South | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.68 |
| 23 Herbert St, Unit 2 | 23 Herbert St | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| 41 English St, Unit Rear | 41 English St | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| 99 Canal St, Unit 1 | 99 Canal St | 2BR,1BA | $2.57 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCliffs, Marblehead, MA
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Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cliffs Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cliffs?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cliffs is at Salem Highlands listed at $1,700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cliffs Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cliffs Apartment is $1,975 at Salem Highlands.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cliffs Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cliffs is starting from $2,400 at Salem Highlands.
What is the most affordable Cliffs Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cliffs Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bell North Shore and starts from $4,360.
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