Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Peabody Neighborhood of Peabody, MA from $1,000 (13 Rentals)

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2 Main StPeabody, MA 01960

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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 1 Bed unit found at River Drive Apartments priced from $2,100. Princeton Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here are the most affordable Central Peabody apartments for rent in Boston, MA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
River Drive ApartmentsA1G1BR,1BA$2,100
Princeton CrossingOne BR Deluxe1BR,1BA$2,200
River Properties205 River Rock Residences1BR,1BA$2,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Peabody, MA

As of July 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Peabody area is the $1.21 price per square foot 1 Dennis St Model at 1 Dennis St, Unit 2 in the in the North Salem neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Central Peabody apartment is the 18 Mount Vernon St Model at 18 Mount Vernon St starting at $3,500 with a $1.98 price per square foot in the North Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Peabody apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1 Dennis St, Unit 21 Dennis St2BR,1BA$1.21
18 Mount Vernon St18 Mount Vernon St3BR,1.5BA$1.98
3 Mill Street Ct, Unit #13 Mill Street Ct3BR,2BA$2.25
36 Essex Green Ln, Unit 236 Essex Green Ln2BR,2.5BA$2.68
104 Boston St, Unit 2104 Boston St2BR,1BA$1.76
174 Lynn St, Unit #2174 Lynn St2BR,1BA$2.58
9 Bowditch St, Unit #29 Bowditch St2BR,1BA$2.40
26 Northend St, Unit #226 Northend St2BR,1BA$2.40
10 Newcastle Rd, Unit 210 Newcastle Rd2BR,1BA$2.70
91 Lowell St, Unit #391 Lowell St2BR,1BA$2.60

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Central Peabody, Peabody, MA

Ranked #7

Among neighborhoods in Peabody, MA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Peabody. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Central Peabody Neighborhood in Peabody, MA

Walk Score®

64 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

45 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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 River Drive Apartments listed at $2,150.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Peabody Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Peabody Apartment is $2,100 at River Drive Apartments.

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 $2,200 at River Drive Apartments.

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