
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Saugus Neighborhood of Saugus, MA from $1,500 (12 Rentals)
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Altitude Apartments

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51 Porter St, Unit 3

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The Chase at Overlook Ridge

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141 Pierce St

26 Porter St, Unit 3
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The Fairmount North Shore

27 Dearborn Ave, Unit 3

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Gibson Point

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Avana Cliffside

The Emery at Overlook Ridge

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730 Summer St, 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 | $2,311 | $1,574 | $3,300 |
| Downtown Saugus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,621 | $1,500 | $3,764 |
| Downtown Saugus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,300 | $2,200 | $5,280 |
| Downtown Saugus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,975 | $2,600 | $5,075 |
| Downtown Saugus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,650 | $3,000 | $4,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 12 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 $1,574. The Chase at Overlook Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,973. Here are the most affordable Downtown Saugus apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altitude Apartments | Studio - Upgrade | Studio,1BA | $1,574 |
| The Chase at Overlook Ridge | Design EA - W | Studio,1BA | $1,973 |
| Avana Cliffside | A1AG | 1BR,1BA | $2,274 |
| Gibson Point | J1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,331 |
| Kings Lynne | 1 Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $2,348 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Saugus, MA
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Saugus area is the $1.67 price per square foot 41 Baker St Model at 41 Baker St, Unit 41 Baker Street in the in the Ferryway 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41 Baker St, Unit 41 Baker Street | 41 Baker St | 4BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 40 Fowler Ave | 40 Fowler Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.65 |
| 87 Auburn St, Unit 87 Auburn Street | 87 Auburn St | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.27 |
| 96 Lawrence St, Unit #3 | 96 Lawrence St | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| 36 Ashland St, Unit 2 | 36 Ashland St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 190 North Shore | New 2bd center unit | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| 46 Grove St, Unit Unit 3 | 46 Grove St | 3BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 730 Summer St, Unit 2 | 730 Summer St | 2BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| 19 Havelock St, Unit 1 | 19 Havelock St | 3BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| 12 Mount Vernon St, Unit BASEMENT | 12 Mount Vernon St | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
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 $1,574.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Saugus Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Saugus Apartment is $1,921 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 $2,618 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 The Residences at Stevens Pond and starts from $3,660.
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