Cheap Apartments for Rent in New Bedford, MA from $900 (16 Rentals)

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619 County St
1 Bedroom Apartments

619 County St

619 County StNew Bedford, MA 02740
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Knights Manor
2 Bedroom Apartments

Knights Manor

1049 Pleasant StNew Bedford, MA 02740
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Verdean Gardens
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Verdean Gardens

163 Walnut StNew Bedford, MA 02740
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121 North
1 Bedroom Apartments

121 North

121 North StNew Bedford, MA 02740
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Union Street Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Union Street Lofts

516 Pleasant StNew Bedford, MA 02740
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Ledgewood Commons
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ledgewood Commons

3 Ledgewood BlvdNorth Dartmouth, MA 02747
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New Bedford, MA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in New Bedford, MA

Pricing Updated: 07/02/2025

Current apartment rentals in the New Bedford, MA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for New Bedford Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown New Bedford$2,400$1,55021

Cheapest Available New Bedford Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Enby Gardens2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in New Bedford, MA and Nearby

As of July 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the New Bedford area is the $1.27 price per square foot 470 Purchase St Model at 470 Purchase St, Unit 1st floor in the in the Downtown New Bedford neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value New Bedford apartment is the 211 Elm St Model at 211 Elm St, Unit Single family house starting at $3,500 with a $2.06 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for New Bedford apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
470 Purchase St, Unit 1st floor470 Purchase St4BR,1BA$1.27
211 Elm St, Unit Single family house211 Elm St2BR,1.5BA$2.06
31 Lafayette St, Unit 1st floor 3131 Lafayette St2BR,1BA$1.54
50 Richmond St, Unit 150 Richmond St3BR,1BA$1.55
207 Grinnell St, Unit 1207 Grinnell St3BR,1BA$1.59
49 Parker St, Unit 249 Parker St3BR,1BA$1.91
24 Sharp St, Unit 2ndfloor24 Sharp St2BR,1BA$1.73
46 State St, Unit 1- First Floor46 State St2BR,1BA$1.90
31 Howland Rd, Unit #3 Third Floor31 Howland Rd3BR,1BA$1.80
311 Wood St, Unit 2E311 Wood St2BR,1BA$1.78

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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.

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Getting Around New Bedford, MA

Walk Score®

76 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

53 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

36 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap New Bedford Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom New Bedford Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom New Bedford Apartment is $1,995 at Solemar at South Dartmouth.

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 $1,800 at Enby Gardens.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.