
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Northfield, MA from $700 (60 Rentals)
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Abenaki Springs

The Pines Apartments

Residences at the Park

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Baldwinville School Apartments

Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community

Riverside Commons

Montcalm Heights Apartments

Washington Park of Keene

Westminster Senior Residences 62+
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Cliffside Apartments

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The Residences

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Kendrick Place

The Fitchburg Arts Community

Riverboat Village

Orchard Overlook Apartments

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Eleven East Pleasant

Lantern Court Apartments

Monadnock Place

Partridge Hollow
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Brandywine Apartments

Princeton at Mill Pond

Meadowbrook Village

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Laurel Ridge

Meadowview Apartments

Colony Mill

Princeton Square

Meadowbrook Village

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One East Pleasant

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26 Spring
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The Boulders

Aspen Chase

Mill House Apartments

Rolling Green Apartments

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Hawkins Meadow

133 South East Commons

35-37 Washington Ave

23 S Main St

Swanzey West Apartments

353 Crescent St
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9 Aliber Pl

107 E Pleasant St

Jaffwood Apartments

Jaffrey Village

255 Main St

6 Long Farm Terrace

22 Hadley Rd

24 Regan St

120 Elm St

115 Northampton Rd
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Northfield, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northfield?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northfield Studio Apartments | $1,820 | $1,119 | $2,475 |
| Northfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,948 | $900 | $2,660 |
| Northfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,199 | $799 | $3,475 |
| Northfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,334 | $825 | $3,880 |
| Northfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,437 | $775 | $3,900 |
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Cheapest Available Northfield Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Northfield, MA is a 4 Beds unit found at Arcadia Apartments in the West Keene neighborhood priced from $775. Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community in the West Fitchburg neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,269. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Northfield apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arcadia Apartments | 3 or 4 Bedroom Student Apartments | 4BR,2BA | $775 |
| Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community | 1 Bedroom Affordable/Income Restriction | 1BR,1BA | $1,269 |
| Washington Park of Keene | 1B1B - 31 Washington Street | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Cliffside Apartments | 1x1 Jr. | 1BR,1BA | $1,410 |
| The Residences | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Jaffwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| North 116 Flats | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $1,475 |
| Riverboat Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Montcalm Heights Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,520 |
| Eleven East Pleasant | Two Bedroom Premium | 2BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northfield, MA and Nearby
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northfield area is the $1.72 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Colony Mill in the in the West Keene neighborhood starting from $2,285. The second greatest value Northfield apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Riverside Commons starting at $2,290 with a $1.84 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Colony Mill | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| Riverside Commons | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.84 |
| Arcadia Apartments | Professional Suites - 2, 3, or 4 Bedroom / 2 Ba... | 4BR,2BA | $0.79 |
| Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community | 2 Bedroom Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Hawkins Meadow | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Partridge Hollow | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Meadowview Apartments | Renovated 1 Bedroom Townhome | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.29 |
| Washington Park of Keene | 2B1.5B - 62 Roxbury Street | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.94 |
| Lantern Court Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Jaffwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
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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 The Residences listed at $1,450.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northfield Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northfield Apartment is $1,269 at Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community.
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 $1,499 at Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community.
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 $1,475.
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