
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown New Bedford Neighborhood of New Bedford, MA from $950 (17 Rentals)
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77 Delano St

106 Clark St, Unit 3

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121 North

178 Blackmer St
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The Lofts at Wamsutta Place

263 Acushnet Ave, Unit 1E

619 County St

One Custom House Square

Knights Manor
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Verdean Gardens

189 Bonney St

The Suites at Wamsutta Place

439-441 Rivet St

413 County St.
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Union Street Lofts

19 Stephen St
Downtown New Bedford, New Bedford, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown New Bedford?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown New Bedford Studio Apartments | $1,767 | $1,750 | $1,785 |
| Downtown New Bedford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,803 | $1,300 | $2,295 |
| Downtown New Bedford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,311 | $1,495 | $3,025 |
| Downtown New Bedford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,101 | $1,500 | $2,685 |
| Downtown New Bedford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown New Bedford Neighborhood of New Bedford, MA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown New Bedford Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown New Bedford area of New Bedford, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at 121 North priced from $1,495. The Lofts at Wamsutta Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here are the most affordable Downtown New Bedford apartments for rent in New Bedford, MA:
| 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 |
| The Regency | #908. Watch sunrise over the Harbor! | 2BR, 1BA | $2,235 |
| The Residences at Buttonwood | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown New Bedford, MA
As of September 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown New Bedford area is the $1.82 price per square foot 24 Sharp St Model at 24 Sharp St, Unit 24 Sharp St. 2nd Floor in the New Bedford neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Downtown New Bedford apartment is the 112 Bonney St Model at 112 Bonney St, Unit Bonney Street #1 in the New Bedford neighborhood starting at $2,250 with a $2.25 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown New Bedford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sharp St, Unit 24 Sharp St. 2nd Floor | 24 Sharp St | 2BR, 1BA | $1.82 |
| 112 Bonney St, Unit Bonney Street #1 | 112 Bonney St | 3BR, 1BA | $2.25 |
| The Residences at Buttonwood | Two Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $2.57 |
| The Regency | #908. Watch sunrise over the Harbor! | 2BR, 1BA | $3.06 |
| 121 North | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2.28 |
| The Lofts at Wamsutta Place | Suites Studio | Studio, 1BA | $3.61 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown New Bedford Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown New Bedford Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown New Bedford Apartment is $1,495 at 121 North.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown New Bedford Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown New Bedford is starting from $1,910 at The Lofts at Wamsutta Place.
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