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5 Union St

5 Union St

233 Lafayette St
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8 Joyce St

29 Ocean Ave

278 Lafayette St

23 Nelson Ave
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13 River Dr

23 Park St

233 Lafayette St

23 Park St
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257 Washington St

10 River Dr

120 Washington St

116-128 Rantoul St
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16 Lemon St
Peabody, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Peabody?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Peabody 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,219 | $2,200 | $4,800 |
Peabody 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,642 | $2,600 | $5,500 |
Peabody 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,400 | $3,200 | $3,600 |
Peabody 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,750 | $3,750 | $3,750 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Peabody, MA
Pricing Updated: 05/14/2025Current apartment rentals in the Peabody, MA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Peabody Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Downtown Peabody | $2,900 | $1,610 | 21 |
Cheapest Available Peabody Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Peabody, MA is a Studio unit found at THE ESSEX in the Central neighborhood priced from $1,595. Residences at Lafayette LLC- 176 Lafayette in the South Salem neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Peabody apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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THE ESSEX | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
Residences at Lafayette LLC- 176 Lafayette | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
River Drive Apartments | A1G | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
Princeton Crossing | One BR Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $2,170 |
Holmes Beverly | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Peabody, MA and Nearby
As of May 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Peabody area is the $0.25 price per square foot 6 Lemon St Model at 6 Lemon St, Unit 2 in the in the North Salem neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Peabody apartment is the 85 Timson St Model at 85 Timson St, Unit #1 starting at $2,400 with a $0.24 price per square foot in the East Lynn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Peabody apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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6 Lemon St, Unit 2 | 6 Lemon St | 2BR,1BA | $0.25 |
85 Timson St, Unit #1 | 85 Timson St | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
THE ESSEX | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $0.16 |
150 Allen Ave, Unit 1 | 150 Allen Ave | 3BR,3BA | $1.87 |
35 Pacific St, Unit #2 | 35 Pacific St | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
132 North St, Unit #2 | 132 North St | 2BR,2BA | $1.86 |
23 Gardner St | 23 Gardner St | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
73 School St, Unit #3 | 73 School St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
36 Upham St, Unit #1 | 36 Upham St | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
26 Northend St, Unit #2 | 26 Northend St | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Peabody
What type of rentals are currently available in Peabody?
There are currently 516 Apartments for Rent in Peabody, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,050 to $10,708. There are also 51 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Peabody ranging from $1,499 to $5,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Peabody?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Peabody ranges from $1,499 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,202.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Peabody?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Peabody range from $2,400 to $4,635, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,600 to $5,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,800.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA
Written by: Amelia Ramstead
Boston is known for its exciting combination of early American history and modern high-tech universities and employers.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
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