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property at 370 Palmer St

370 Palmer St

Fall RiverMA02724

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

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

property at 141 Adams St

141 Adams St

New BedfordMA02746

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

New Bedford, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in New Bedford, MA

Pricing Updated: 06/01/2025

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$2,322$1,10021

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Enby Gardens2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,800
Hidden Brook Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom Type S2BR,1BA$2,395
Victoria Riverside Lofts2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Second Floor Water View Loft2BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
211 Elm St, Unit Single family house211 Elm St2BR,1.5BA$2.06
65 Chestnut St, Unit 165 Chestnut St3BR,1BA$1.76
Victoria Riverside Lofts2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Second Floor Water View Loft2BR,2BA$1.69
4 Washington St, Unit 3rd Floor4 Washington St3BR,1BA$1.53
21 Norwell St, Unit 2nd Floor21 Norwell St3BR,1BA$2.09
131 David St, Unit 131 David St 2nd Fl131 David St2BR,1BA$1.59
24 Myrtle St, Unit 224 Myrtle St3BR,1BA$1.91
24 Sharp St, Unit 2ndfloor24 Sharp St2BR,1BA$1.73
177 Allen St, Unit Allen St177 Allen St3BR,1BA$1.85
Enby Gardens2 Bedroom2BR,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.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

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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

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.

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

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

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

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.