
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Saugus Neighborhood of Saugus, MA from $1,700 (36 Rentals)
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Essex Landing Saugus

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NOBO

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Atwood

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Avalon Saugus

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The Residences at Stevens Pond

18 Austin Ct, Unit D, Unit D

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32 Newhall St, Unit 32 Newhall Street Saugus,, Unit 32 Newhall Street Saugus,

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87 Auburn St, Unit 87 Auburn Street, Unit 87 Auburn Street
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10 Oak St, Unit 2, Unit 2

87 Auburn St

Altitude Apartments

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141 Pierce St

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The Chase at Overlook Ridge

550 Walnut Street

The Fairmount North Shore

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135 Lynde St, Unit Unit 1, Unit Unit 1

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Avana Cliffside
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27 Dearborn Ave, Unit Apt 3, Unit Apt 3

The Emery at Overlook Ridge

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Gibson Point

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730 Summer St, Unit 2, Unit 2

Kings Lynne

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202 Sylvan St, Unit 1st floor, Unit 1st floor

Quarrystone At Overlook Ridge

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Modera Revere Beach

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96 Lawrence St, Unit #3, Unit #3
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15 East St, Unit #1R

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295 Lebanon St, Unit 2, Unit 2

258 Broadway, Unit 3rd Floor

258 Broadway, Unit 2nd Floor

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28 Wolcott St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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15 Crescent Ln, Unit 15 Crescent LN Unit B, Unit 15 Crescent LN Unit B

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124 Forest St, Unit 2, Unit 2

190 North Shore

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154 Jenness St, Unit 2, Unit 2
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Downtown Saugus, Saugus, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Saugus?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Saugus Studio Apartments | $2,323 | $1,830 | $3,330 |
| Downtown Saugus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,600 | $1,792 | $3,484 |
| Downtown Saugus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,303 | $2,200 | $4,669 |
| Downtown Saugus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,058 | $2,650 | $5,075 |
| Downtown Saugus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,887 | $3,700 | $4,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Saugus Neighborhood of Saugus, MA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Saugus Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Saugus area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at Altitude Apartments priced from $1,753. The Chase at Overlook Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,030. Here are the most affordable Downtown Saugus apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altitude Apartments | Studio - Premium | Studio,1BA | $1,753 |
| The Chase at Overlook Ridge | Design EA - W | Studio,1BA | $2,030 |
| The Emery at Overlook Ridge | S3 | Studio,1BA | $2,250 |
| Gibson Point | J1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,331 |
| Essex Landing Saugus | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| NOBO | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,364 |
| Kings Lynne | 1 Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $2,388 |
| Quarrystone At Overlook Ridge | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,424 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Saugus, MA
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Saugus area is the $1.56 price per square foot 15 Crescent Ln Model at 15 Crescent Ln, Unit 15 Crescent LN Unit B in the in the Hammersmith Village neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Downtown Saugus apartment is the 40 Fowler Ave Model at 40 Fowler Ave starting at $4,100 with a $2.65 price per square foot in the East Saugus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Saugus apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 15 Crescent Ln, Unit 15 Crescent LN Unit B | 15 Crescent Ln | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 40 Fowler Ave | 40 Fowler Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.65 |
| 87 Auburn St, Unit 87 Auburn Street | 87 Auburn St | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.34 |
| 96 Lawrence St, Unit #3 | 96 Lawrence St | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| 28 Wolcott St, Unit 2 | 28 Wolcott St | 2BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| 190 North Shore | New 2bd center unit | 2BR,2BA | $2.56 |
| 730 Summer St, Unit 2 | 730 Summer St | 2BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| The Fairmount North Shore | 2E | 2BR,2BA | $2.74 |
| 295 Lebanon St, Unit 2 | 295 Lebanon St | 2BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| Essex Landing Saugus | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Saugus Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Saugus?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Saugus is at Altitude Apartments listed at $1,753.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Saugus Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Saugus Apartment is $1,792 at Altitude Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Saugus Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Saugus is starting from $2,649 at Altitude Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown Saugus Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Saugus Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Altitude Apartments and starts from $3,201.
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