
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Peabody, MA from $1,550 (61 Rentals)
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Ezio‘s Place

2 Main Street

4 Mill St, Unit 5

4 Mill St, Unit 9

Peabody Place, LLC.

37 Osborne Hill Dr

Salem Heights

Salem Highlands

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36 Endicott St
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3 Kingsley Terrace, Unit 12

99 Laighton St

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Mosaic

6 School St

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7 Wilson St, Unit 2

7 Berry St

Grove Street Landing

217-219-219 Washington St

19 Halford Pl

5 Cliff St, Unit #5
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1 Hazel St

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15 Hancock St, Unit 3

Station 101

70 Mudge St

Maple Square Apartments

257 Washington St, Unit 11

31 Forrester St

6 Northey St

Princeton Crossing

6 St Paul St
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230 Euclid Ave

35 Collins St, Unit 92

6 Gallows Hill Rd

7 Harris St

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31 Walter St

257 Washington St, Unit 16

257 Washington St, Unit 16

Fairweather Apartments (Age 62+ Community)

116 Lafayette St

The Residences at St. James
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The Lighthouses

Cobbet Hill

327 Jefferson Ave

3 Isabella St

143 Canal St

Floating Bridge Pond

River Drive Apartments

Perry Street Apartments

10 Summer Street

122 Boston
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Peabody, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Peabody?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Peabody Studio Apartments | $2,111 | $1,100 | $3,539 |
| Cheap Peabody 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,522 | $1,550 | $4,134 |
| Cheap Peabody 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,953 | $1,700 | $4,613 |
| Cheap Peabody 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,147 | $2,500 | $4,300 |
| Cheap Peabody 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,387 | $3,000 | $4,150 |
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Peabody, MA Local Guide
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Peabody, MA
Pricing Updated: 08/30/2026Current apartment rentals in the Peabody, MA area range in price from $1,900 to $4,150 with an overall median price of $2,550. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Peabody Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Peabody | $2,550 | $1,900 | 14 |
Cheapest Available Peabody Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Peabody, MA is a Studio unit found at Salem Highlands in the South Salem neighborhood priced from $1,700. Mosaic in the Central neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Peabody apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem Highlands | Studio, non-renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Mosaic | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| 10 Summer Street | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| University Square North | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| 7 Berry St | 1 Bedroom - 1st Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Maple Square Apartments | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $2,025 |
| River Drive Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Boston/Federal Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Peabody, MA
As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Peabody area is the $0.23 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at Chestnut Street in the in the East Lynn neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Peabody apartment is the 74 Aborn St Model at 74 Aborn St, Unit Unit 3 starting at $2,350 with a $1.96 price per square foot in the South Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Peabody apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chestnut Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 74 Aborn St, Unit Unit 3 | 74 Aborn St | 2BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Michaels Landing | THIRD FLOOR CORNER | 2BR,2BA | $2.63 |
| 20 Locust St | Concept 2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.26 |
| Station 101 | 2 Bed A | 2BR,2BA | $2.73 |
| 7 Berry St | 1 Bedroom - 1st Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| 29 Park St, Unit 3 bedroom with 2 off street parking spaces | 29 Park St | 3BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| 85 Lynnfield St, Unit 2 | 85 Lynnfield St | 2BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| 31 Walter St | 31 Walter St | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| University Square North | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Peabody Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Peabody?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Peabody is at Salem Highlands listed at $1,700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Peabody Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Peabody Apartment is $1,795 at Mosaic.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Peabody Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Peabody is starting from $2,250 at River Drive Apartments.
What is the most affordable Peabody Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Peabody Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 14 North and starts from $3,393.
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