
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Peabody Neighborhood of Peabody, MA from $600 (17 Rentals)
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6 Berry St, Unit 1, Unit 1

2 Main Street
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Peabody Place, LLC.

148 Washington St

Gardner Commons

37 Osborne Hill Dr

Salem Highlands
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Princeton Crossing

2 Mcdewell Ave

123 Highland Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3

Perry Street Apartments

122 Boston
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Central Peabody, Peabody, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Peabody?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Peabody Studio Apartments | $2,307 | $1,700 | $3,371 |
| Central Peabody 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,533 | $1,800 | $3,345 |
| Central Peabody 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,874 | $2,250 | $4,372 |
| Central Peabody 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,198 | $2,675 | $3,888 |
| Central Peabody 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,700 | $3,700 | $3,700 |
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There are currently 17 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 Salem Highlands priced from $1,700. River Drive Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here are the most affordable Central Peabody apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem Highlands | Studio, non-renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| River Drive Apartments | S1G | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| Hawthorne Commons | The Chestnut | 1BR,1BA | $2,464 |
| 14 North | Aster Gardens (A1B) | 1BR,1BA | $2,509 |
| Essex Apartment Homes | Prospect | 1BR,1BA | $2,532 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Peabody, MA
As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Peabody area is the $1.78 price per square foot 84 Endicott St Model at 84 Endicott St, Unit 1-R in the in the South Peabody neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Central Peabody apartment is the 6 Berry St Model at 6 Berry St, Unit 1 starting at $2,250 with a $1.88 price per square foot in the South Peabody 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 84 Endicott St, Unit 1-R | 84 Endicott St | 3BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| 6 Berry St, Unit 1 | 6 Berry St | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Grove Street Landing | 2D | 2BR,2BA | $2.78 |
| River Properties | 2 Bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| 4 Berry St | 4 Berry St | 3BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| eaves Peabody | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| Essex Apartment Homes | Prospect | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| Hawthorne Commons | The Hamilton | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| 14 North | Aster Gardens (A1B) | 1BR,1BA | $3.32 |
| Salem Highlands | Studio Renovated | Studio ,1BA | $3.58 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Peabody Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Peabody?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Peabody is at Salem Highlands listed at $1,700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Peabody Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Peabody Apartment is $1,975 at Salem Highlands.
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 $2,400 at Salem Highlands.
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