Cheap Apartments for Rent in Northfield, MA from $700 (12 Rentals)

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353 Crescent St
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353 Crescent StAthol, MA 01331
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23 S Main StBrattleboro, VT 05301

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Cheapest Available Northfield Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Northfield, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at 57 Winchester St - Rooms for Rent in the West Keene neighborhood priced from $850. North 116 Flats in the North Amherst neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,399. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Northfield apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
57 Winchester St - Rooms for Rent1 2 Bedroom1BR,4BA$850
North 116 FlatsC13BR,3BA$1,399
Riverside Commons2 Bedroom Affordable2BR,1BA$1,400
Cliffside Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,475
Orchard OverlookStudioStudio,1BA$1,475

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northfield, MA and Nearby

As of June 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northfield area is the $1.73 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Riverboat Village in the starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Northfield apartment is the 2 bedroom Market Model at Riverside Commons starting at $1,800 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the West Fitchburg neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northfield apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Riverboat VillageThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.73
Riverside Commons2 bedroom Market2BR,1BA$1.50
North 116 FlatsC13BR,3BA$1.17
University Crossing3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$2.18
The Fitchburg Arts CommunityWorkforce One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.70
Jaffwood Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.00
Fieldstone - Artisan Graduate HousingTwo Bedroom A2BR,2BA$2.17
The Pines Apartments2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.99
Lantern Court ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.20
57 Winchester St - Rooms for Rent1 2 Bedroom1BR,4BA$1.96

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Getting Around Northfield, MA

Walk Score®

18 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

20 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northfield Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Northfield?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Northfield is at Orchard Overlook listed at $1,475.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northfield Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northfield Apartment is $850 at 57 Winchester St - Rooms for Rent.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northfield Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northfield is starting from $1,400 at Riverside Commons.

What is the most affordable Northfield Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Northfield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at North 116 Flats and starts from $1,399.

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