
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Newburyport, MA from $2,100 (28 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown area of Newburyport.


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7 Olive St

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3 State St, Unit A3, Unit A3

110 High St

84 Water St

84-86 Lime St

137 Merrimac St
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119 Merrimac St

River's Edge Condominiums

63 High St

186-188 Merrimac St

132 High St

57 High St

Compasss Point Condominiums
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9 Essex St

136 High St

35-37 Merrimac St

195 Merrimac St

178 Merrimac St

73 Middle St

105 State St
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James Steam Mill

The Courtyard

Heritage House

Newbury Village

16 Green St

169 Bridge Rd
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Downtown, Newburyport, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Studio Apartments | $2,399 | $2,187 | $2,570 |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,746 | $2,100 | $3,200 |
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,645 | $2,800 | $4,070 |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,320 | $4,130 | $4,550 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Neighborhood of Newburyport, MA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newburyport Crossing | S1A3 | Studio,1BA | $2,420 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, MA
As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $2.83 price per square foot 7 Olive St Model at 7 Olive St in the in the Downtown neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the 19 Water St Model at 19 Water St starting at $2,500 with a $3.30 price per square foot in the Downtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Olive St | 7 Olive St | 2BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| 19 Water St | 19 Water St | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| Newburyport Crossing | S1A3 | Studio ,1BA | $5.34 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment is $2,955 at Newburyport Crossing.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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