Cheap Homes for Rent in Middlesex County, MA from $1,000 (212 Rentals)

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MedfordMA02155
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28 Hale St, Unit 2

28 Hale St
NewtonMA02464

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Cheapest Available Middlesex County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Middlesex County, MA is a Studio unit found at Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term in the Nonantum neighborhood priced from $1,150. River Place Towers in the Downtown Lowell neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,407. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Middlesex County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short TermFurnished StudioStudio,1BA$1,150
River Place Towers1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,407
The Willows 55+ CommunityType A1Studio,1BA$1,550

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Middlesex County, MA

As of August 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Middlesex County area is the $0.19 price per square foot 52 S Border Rd Model at 52 S Border Rd, Unit A in the in the Wyoming neighborhood starting from $1,875. The second greatest value Middlesex County apartment is the 52 S Border Rd Model at 52 S Border Rd, Unit A starting at $1,875 with a $0.19 price per square foot in the Wyoming neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Middlesex County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
52 S Border Rd, Unit A52 S Border RdStudio ,1BA$0.19
52 S Border Rd, Unit A52 S Border RdStudio ,1BA$0.19
52 S Border Rd, Unit A52 S Border RdStudio ,1BA$0.19
149 Perkins St, Unit 143-1149 Perkins StStudio ,1BA$0.20
149 Perkins St, Unit 143-1149 Perkins StStudio ,1BA$0.20
15 Prentiss St, Unit 315 Prentiss StStudio ,1BA$0.20
146 Allston St, Unit 3146 Allston St1BR,1BA$0.18
145 Perkins St, Unit 1145 Perkins StStudio ,1BA$0.20
54 S Border Rd, Unit A54 S Border Rd1BR,1BA$0.19
151 Perkins St, Unit 1151 Perkins StStudio ,1BA$0.20

Frequently Asked Questions about Middlesex County

What type of rentals are currently available in Middlesex County?

There are currently 9373 Apartments for Rent in Middlesex County, MA with pricing that ranges from $720 to $29,690. There are also 4678 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Middlesex County ranging from $1,000 to $40,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Middlesex County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Middlesex County ranges from $1,000 to $40,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,231.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Middlesex County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Middlesex County range from $850 to $19,723, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $15,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,030 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $720.

Expert Rental Resources

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.