
Cheap Homes for Rent in New Bedford, MA from $1,000 (14 Rentals)
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2100 Phillips Rd

11 Channel St

22 Flint St

60 Murray St

668 Third St
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38 A South St

6 Cape Bial

184 Austin St

111 Hillman St

26 Antassawamock Rd

270 Union St

141 Adams St
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New Bedford, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in New Bedford?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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New Bedford 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,593 | $1,500 | $8,000 |
New Bedford 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,002 | $1,550 | $5,000 |
New Bedford 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,317 | $1,850 | $5,000 |
New Bedford 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,500 | $2,500 | $2,500 |
New Bedford 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,300 | $4,300 | $4,300 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in New Bedford, MA
Pricing Updated: 06/01/2025Current 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:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Downtown New Bedford | $2,322 | $1,100 | 21 |
Cheapest Available New Bedford Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in New Bedford, MA is a 2 Beds unit found at Enby Gardens priced from $1,800. Hidden Brook Apartment Homes in the Downtown New Bedford neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,395. Here is today’s list of the most affordable New Bedford apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Enby Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,800 |
Hidden Brook Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom Type S | 2BR,1BA | $2,395 |
Victoria Riverside Lofts | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Second Floor Water View Loft | 2BR,2BA | $2,490 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in New Bedford, MA
As of June 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the New Bedford area is the $2.06 price per square foot 211 Elm St Model at 211 Elm St, Unit Single family house in the starting from $3,500. The second greatest value New Bedford apartment is the 65 Chestnut St Model at 65 Chestnut St, Unit 1 starting at $2,700 with a $1.76 price per square foot in the Downtown 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. |
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211 Elm St, Unit Single family house | 211 Elm St | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.06 |
65 Chestnut St, Unit 1 | 65 Chestnut St | 3BR,1BA | $1.76 |
Victoria Riverside Lofts | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Second Floor Water View Loft | 2BR,2BA | $1.69 |
4 Washington St, Unit 3rd Floor | 4 Washington St | 3BR,1BA | $1.53 |
21 Norwell St, Unit 2nd Floor | 21 Norwell St | 3BR,1BA | $2.09 |
131 David St, Unit 131 David St 2nd Fl | 131 David St | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
24 Myrtle St, Unit 2 | 24 Myrtle St | 3BR,1BA | $1.91 |
24 Sharp St, Unit 2ndfloor | 24 Sharp St | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
177 Allen St, Unit Allen St | 177 Allen St | 3BR,1BA | $1.85 |
Enby Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about New Bedford
What type of rentals are currently available in New Bedford?
There are currently 579 Apartments for Rent in New Bedford, MA with pricing that ranges from $899 to $3,500. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in New Bedford ranging from $1,000 to $8,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in New Bedford?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in New Bedford ranges from $1,000 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,713.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in New Bedford?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in New Bedford range from $1,500 to $3,195, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,550 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,000.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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