
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Northborough, MA from $1,500 (17 Rentals)
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6 Kendall Dr

Shrewsbury Commons

Residences at Solomon Pond

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Ashford Crossing

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44 Elm St

56 Shrewsbury Green Dr

70 Shrewsbury Green Dr

178 Boston Post Rd E

8 Mayberry Dr
Northborough, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northborough?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Northborough Studio Apartments | $2,258 | $1,641 | $4,126 |
Northborough 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,814 | $1,814 | $7,013 |
Northborough 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,502 | $1,550 | $10,000+ |
Northborough 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,330 | $3,000 | $8,195 |
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Cheapest Available Northborough Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Northborough, MA is a Studio unit found at Shrewsbury Commons in the Route 9 Corridor neighborhood priced from $1,641. Residences at Solomon Pond in the Jefferson at Wheeler Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Northborough apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Shrewsbury Commons | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,641 |
Residences at Solomon Pond | Furnished JR. Studio (Long Term 8+ Months) | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
The Rockwell | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,899 |
Ashford Crossing | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,926 |
AVIA Residences on Research | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northborough, MA
As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northborough area is the $2.07 price per square foot Hampshire Model at Arrive Westborough in the in the Route 9 Corridor neighborhood starting from $2,740. The second greatest value Northborough apartment is the 115 Deacon Shattuck Way Model at 115 Deacon Shattuck Way, Unit 115 starting at $2,900 with a $2.25 price per square foot in the Route 9 Corridor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northborough apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Arrive Westborough | Hampshire | 2BR,2BA | $2.07 |
115 Deacon Shattuck Way, Unit 115 | 115 Deacon Shattuck Way | 2BR,2BA | $2.25 |
Parc Westborough | BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
Windsor Ridge at Westborough | Webster | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.95 |
Audubon Shrewsbury | Birch | 2BR,1BA | $2.88 |
Madison Reserve Shrewsbury | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
Avana Marlborough | One Bedroom One Bath (818 SF) | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
The Rockwell | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.62 |
The Point at Green District | B1 (Income Restricted) | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
Stone Gate | One Bedroom One Bath (703 SF) | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
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Best Local Schools in Northborough, MA
Marion E. Zeh Elementary School
Algonquin Regional High
Robert E. Melican Middle School
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Getting Around Northborough, MA
Walk Score®
33 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
27 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northborough Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Northborough?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Northborough is at Shrewsbury Commons listed at $1,641.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northborough Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northborough Apartment is $1,814 at Shrewsbury Commons.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northborough Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northborough is starting from $2,224 at AVIA Residences on Research.
What is the most affordable Northborough Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Northborough Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Point at Green District and starts from $4,279.
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