
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Peabody Neighborhood of Peabody, MA from $600 (11 Rentals)
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17-19 Bowditch St

Terrace Gardens

60 Margin St

2 Main Street
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Salem Highlands

11 River Dr

Princeton Crossing

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Peabody?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Peabody Studio Apartments | $1,956 | $1,700 | $2,399 |
| Central Peabody 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,329 | $1,800 | $3,283 |
| Central Peabody 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,760 | $2,300 | $3,768 |
| Central Peabody 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,019 | $2,600 | $3,913 |
| Central Peabody 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,900 | $3,900 | $3,900 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Peabody Neighborhood of Peabody, MA.
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Cheapest Available Central Peabody Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Peabody area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at River Drive Apartments priced from $1,875. Princeton Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,099. Here are the most affordable Central Peabody apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Drive Apartments | S1G | Studio,1BA | $1,875 |
| Princeton Crossing | One BR Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $2,099 |
| Hawthorne Commons | The Dickens | 1BR,1BA | $2,193 |
| 14 North | Alpine Meadows (A1C) | 1BR,1BA | $2,205 |
| eaves Peabody | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $2,576 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Peabody, MA
As of February 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Peabody area is the $2.19 price per square foot 19 Cushing St Model at 19 Cushing St, Unit 1 in the in the North Salem neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Central Peabody apartment is the Sylvan Model at Essex Apartment Homes starting at $2,915 with a $2.38 price per square foot in the Choate Farm neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Peabody apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Cushing St, Unit 1 | 19 Cushing St | 2BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Essex Apartment Homes | Sylvan | 2BR,2BA | $2.38 |
| River Properties | 2 Bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| 9 Proctor St, Unit 2 | 9 Proctor St | 3BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| 4 Northend St, Unit 1 | 4 Northend St | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| eaves Peabody | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| Hawthorne Commons | The Hamilton | 1BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| 14 North | Aster Gardens (A1B) | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| Princeton Crossing | Dog Friendly Two Bedroom Standard | 2BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| River Drive Apartments | S1G | Studio ,1BA | $5.55 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Peabody Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Peabody Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Peabody Apartment is $2,099 at Princeton Crossing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Peabody Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Peabody is starting from $2,399 at Princeton Crossing.
What is the most affordable Central Peabody Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Central Peabody Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 14 North and starts from $3,307.
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