Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Saugus Neighborhood of Saugus, MA from $1,700 (28 Rentals)

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Downtown Saugus, Saugus, MA Local Guide

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 $1,890. West of One has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,000. Here are the most affordable Downtown Saugus apartments for rent in Boston, MA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Altitude ApartmentsStudio - PremiumStudio,1BA$1,890
West of One0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$2,000
The Fairmount North Shore1J1BR,1BA$2,050
The Chase at Overlook RidgeDesign 1D-E1BR,1BA$2,168

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Saugus, MA

As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Saugus area is the $0.25 price per square foot 12 Hanson Rd Model at 12 Hanson Rd, Unit #2 in the in the East Saugus neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Downtown Saugus apartment is the 21 Essex St Model at 21 Essex St, Unit #6 starting at $2,650 with a $0.27 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
12 Hanson Rd, Unit #212 Hanson Rd2BR,1BA$0.25
21 Essex St, Unit #621 Essex St3BR,1BA$0.27
44 Pearson St44 Pearson St3BR,2BA$2.27
33 Bristow St, Unit #133 Bristow St2BR,1BA$2.33
34 Bristow St, Unit #134 Bristow St2BR,1BA$2.42
35 Bristow St, Unit #135 Bristow St2BR,1BA$2.42
479 Central St, Unit #2479 Central St2BR,1BA$2.45
35 Wyman St, Unit #10235 Wyman St2BR,1BA$2.45
18 Batchelder St, Unit #118 Batchelder St2BR,1BA$2.53
44 Collins Ave, Unit #40944 Collins Ave1BR,1BA$2.49

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Saugus, Saugus, MA

Ranked #2

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Downtown Saugus Neighborhood in Saugus, MA

Walk Score®

61 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

39 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

27 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 West of One listed at $2,000.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Saugus Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Saugus Apartment is $2,050 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 Atwood and starts from $4,050.

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