
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Central Peabody Neighborhood of Peabody, MA from $1,600 (6 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Central Peabody?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Peabody 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,618 | $1,700 | $3,500 |
| Central Peabody 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,633 | $3,200 | $3,950 |
| Central Peabody 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,500 | $4,500 | $4,500 |
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There are currently 6 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 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,250. 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 | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| 14 North | Aster Gardens (A1B) | 1BR,1BA | $2,361 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Peabody, MA
As of September 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Peabody area is the $1.92 price per square foot 74 Aborn St Model at 74 Aborn St, Unit Unit 3 in the in the South Salem neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Central Peabody apartment is the 33 Water St Model at 33 Water St, Unit Apt 1 starting at $3,200 with a $2.67 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 74 Aborn St, Unit Unit 3 | 74 Aborn St | 2BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| 33 Water St, Unit Apt 1 | 33 Water St | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.67 |
| 6 Berry St, Unit 1 | 6 Berry St | 2BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| River Properties | 2 Bed 1 bath 70 Boston Street | 2BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| Essex Apartment Homes | Prospect | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| 76 Lynn St, Unit Second floor | 76 Lynn St | 2BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| 14 North | Aster Gardens (A1B) | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| Princeton Crossing | Dog Friendly Two Bedroom Standard | 2BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| River Drive Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.26 |
| Salem Highlands | Studio Renovated | Studio ,1BA | $3.58 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Central Peabody?
There are currently 116 Apartments for Rent in Central Peabody, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,700 to $4,043. There are also 28 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Peabody ranging from $1,600 to $4,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central Peabody?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Peabody ranges from $1,600 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,753.
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