
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Central Peabody Neighborhood of Peabody, MA from $1,400 (8 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 | $2,902 | $2,400 | $3,125 |
| Central Peabody 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,500 | $3,500 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 8 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 $1,700. Salem Highlands has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,700. 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 | $1,700 |
| Salem Highlands | Studio, non-renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| eaves Peabody | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,188 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Peabody, MA
As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Peabody area is the $2.76 price per square foot Bougainvillea Meadows Den B2HD Model at 14 North in the in the Choate Farm neighborhood starting from $3,307. The second greatest value Central Peabody apartment is the 36 Beaver St Model at 36 Beaver St, Unit Beaver St starting at $2,500 with a $2.38 price per square foot in the South Salem 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 North | Bougainvillea Meadows Den B2HD | 2BR,2BA | $2.76 |
| 36 Beaver St, Unit Beaver St | 36 Beaver St | 2BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Grove Street Landing | 2E | 2BR,2BA | $3.06 |
| 13 Lowe St, Unit 2 | 13 Lowe St | 2BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| Essex Apartment Homes | Prospect | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| Hawthorne Commons | The Dickens | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
| Princeton Crossing | Dog Friendly Two Bedroom Standard | 2BR,1BA | $3.57 |
| Salem Highlands | Studio Renovated | Studio ,1BA | $3.58 |
| River Drive Apartments | S1G | Studio ,1BA | $5.03 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Central Peabody?
There are currently 118 Apartments for Rent in Central Peabody, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,500 to $4,147. There are also 24 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Peabody ranging from $1,499 to $3,500.
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 $1,499 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,400.
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