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1751-1759-1759 Acushnet Ave, Unit 210
1751-1759-1759 Acushnet AveNew Bedford, MA 02746
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1751-1759-1759 Acushnet Ave, Unit 104
1751-1759-1759 Acushnet AveNew Bedford, MA 02746
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$1,200
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199 Belleville Ave, Unit APT#3
199 Belleville AveNew Bedford, MA 02746
26 Sycamore St
New BedfordMA02740
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$1,495 - $1,775
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121 North
121 North StNew Bedford, MA 02740
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$1,500
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153 Maxfield St, Unit 1S
153 Maxfield StNew Bedford, MA 02740
15 Willard St
New BedfordMA02744
178 Blackmer St
New BedfordMA02744
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161 Deane St
New BedfordMA02746
140 Clark St
New BedfordMA02740
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$1,595 - $2,985
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The Lofts at Wamsutta Place
75 Wamsutta StNew Bedford, MA 02740
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$1,600 - $1,700
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198-200 Davis St
198-200 Davis StNew Bedford, MA 02746
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263 Acushnet Ave, Unit 1E
263 Acushnet AveNew Bedford, MA 02740
88 Nye St
New BedfordMA02746
16 Viall St
New BedfordMA02744
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments
619 County St
619 County StNew Bedford, MA 02740
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One Custom House Square
12 Barkers LnNew Bedford, MA 02740
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Knights Manor
1049 Pleasant StNew Bedford, MA 02740
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Verdean Gardens
163 Walnut StNew Bedford, MA 02740
189 Bonney St
New BedfordMA02740
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The Suites at Wamsutta Place
55 Wamsutta StNew Bedford, MA 02740
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439-441 Rivet St
439-441 Rivet StNew Bedford, MA 02740
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413 County St.
413 County StNew Bedford, MA 02740
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Union Street Lofts
516 Pleasant StNew Bedford, MA 02740
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2100 Phillips Rd
New BedfordMA02745
19 Stephen St
New BedfordMA02740
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$1,500
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50 Lyng St, Unit 1
50 Lyng StDartmouth, MA 02747
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396 Main St, Unit 396 Main St Fairhaven MA
396 Main StFairhaven, MA 02719
77 Weetamoe St
Fall RiverMA02720
275 Hope St
Fall RiverMA02721
260 Fountain St
Fall RiverMA02721
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Ledgewood Commons
3 Ledgewood BlvdNorth Dartmouth, MA 02747
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88 Harrison St
Fall RiverMA02723
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New Bedford, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in New Bedford?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap New Bedford Studio Apartments | $1,678 | $1,500 | $1,785 |
| Cheap New Bedford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,837 | $899 | $2,295 |
| Cheap New Bedford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,247 | $1,500 | $3,025 |
| Cheap New Bedford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,181 | $1,500 | $3,595 |
| Cheap New Bedford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,515 | $1,800 | $3,695 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in New Bedford, MA
Pricing Updated: 09/12/2026Current apartment rentals in the New Bedford, MA area range in price from $1,500 to $3,025 with an overall median price of $2,000. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for New Bedford Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown New Bedford | $2,000 | $1,500 | 34 |
Cheapest Available New Bedford Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in New Bedford, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at 121 North in the Downtown New Bedford neighborhood priced from $1,495. The Lofts at Wamsutta Place in the New Bedford neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here is today’s list of the most affordable New Bedford apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 121 North | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| The Lofts at Wamsutta Place | 1BR Wheelchair Accessible | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| 198-200 Davis St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Enby Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Welby Park Estates | The Colonial | 2BR,1BA | $1,994 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in New Bedford, MA
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the New Bedford area is the $1.25 price per square foot 30 Nye St Model at 30 Nye St, Unit 3 third floor in the in the New Bedford neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value New Bedford apartment is the 67 Clark St Model at 67 Clark St, Unit 1st starting at $2,000 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the New Bedford neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for New Bedford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Nye St, Unit 3 third floor | 30 Nye St | 3BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 67 Clark St, Unit 1st | 67 Clark St | 3BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| 743 Dartmouth St, Unit 1 | 743 Dartmouth St | 3BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| 24 Sharp St, Unit 24 Sharp St. 2nd Floor | 24 Sharp St | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Victoria Riverside Lofts | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Second Floor City View Flat | 2BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| 112 Bonney St, Unit Bonney Street #1 | 112 Bonney St | 3BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| 79 Katherine St, Unit 2 | 79 Katherine St | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Enby Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| 198-200 Davis St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| 396 Main St, Unit 396 Main St Fairhaven MA | 396 Main St | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
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New Bedford Overview
Situated in Massachusetts's Bristol County, New Bedford is home to slightly under 96,000 citizens. Residents enjoy a cityscape rich in historical character, proximity to public beaches, a vibrant arts and culture community, and a generally pleasing maritime climate.
Why live in New Bedford, MA?
The most remarkable thing about New Bedford is its historical ambiance. Once known as 'The City That Lit the World,' shades of the whaling dynasties that were born here are still seen in the gracious old homes, and the city has been involved in a downtown renovation project designed to restore the area to its original state as much as possible. New Bedford's Portuguese heritage shines through in its arts and culinary scenes, particularly in the harbor area.
New Bedford, MAPopulation: 95,315
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap New Bedford Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in New Bedford?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in New Bedford is at The Lofts at Wamsutta Place listed at $1,750.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom New Bedford Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom New Bedford Apartment is $1,495 at 121 North.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom New Bedford Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in New Bedford is starting from $1,600 at 198-200 Davis St.
What is the most affordable New Bedford Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap New Bedford Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Lofts at Wamsutta Place and starts from $2,500.
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