Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Saugus Neighborhood of Saugus, MA from $1,700 (21 Rentals)

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Atwood
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$2,275 - $4,105
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$2,275 - $4,105

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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Atwood

728 BroadwaySaugus, MA 01906
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The Residences at Stevens Pond
Rent Specials
$2,303 - $5,437
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$2,303 - $5,437

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$2,303 - $5,437
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The Residences at Stevens Pond

1 Founders WaySaugus, MA 01906
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15 Garfield Ave, Unit 2
$2,500
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$2,500

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$2,500
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15 Garfield Ave, Unit 2

15 Garfield AveSaugus, MA 01906
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51 Porter St, Unit 3
$1,700
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$1,700

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51 Porter St, Unit 3

51 Porter StMalden, MA 02148
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51 Granville Ave, Unit 3
$2,000
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$2,000

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$2,000
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51 Granville Ave, Unit 3

51 Granville AveMalden, MA 02148
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The Chase at Overlook Ridge
Rent Specials
$2,043 - $3,115
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$1,998 - $3,070
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$2,043 - $3,115
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Chase at Overlook Ridge

11 Overlook Ridge DrRevere, MA 02151
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45 Princeton Rd, Unit #1
$2,200
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$2,200

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$2,200
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45 Princeton Rd, Unit #1

45 Princeton RdMalden, MA 02148
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Gibson Point
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$2,254 - $5,075
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$2,254 - $5,075

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$2,254 - $5,075
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Gibson Point

1 Gibson WayRevere, MA 02151
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Avana Cliffside
$2,267 - $20,649
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$2,267 - $20,649

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$2,267 - $20,649
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Avana Cliffside

500 BroadwayMalden, MA 02148
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40 Home St, Unit #1
$2,300
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$2,300

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$2,300
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40 Home St, Unit #1

40 Home StMalden, MA 02148
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Quarrystone At Overlook Ridge
Rent Specials
$2,450 - $3,695
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$2,450 - $3,695

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$2,450 - $3,695
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Quarrystone At Overlook Ridge

10 Overlook Ridge DrMalden, MA 02148
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47 Bickford Ave, Unit basementunit
$2,500
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$2,500

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$2,500
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47 Bickford Ave, Unit basementunit

47 Bickford AveRevere, MA 02151
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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 $1,770. 550 Walnut Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,975. Here are the most affordable Downtown Saugus apartments for rent in Boston, MA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Altitude ApartmentsStudio - PremiumStudio,1BA$1,770
550 Walnut Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,975
The Chase at Overlook RidgeDesign EB-EStudio,1BA$2,043
The Fairmount North Shore1J1BR,1BA$2,050
The Emery at Overlook RidgeS1Studio,1BA$2,102

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Saugus, MA

As of October 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Saugus area is the $0.38 price per square foot 27 Ridge Hill Ave Model at 27 Ridge Hill Ave, Unit 27 in the in the Hammersmith Village neighborhood starting from $3,800. The second greatest value Downtown Saugus apartment is the 15 Garfield Ave Model at 15 Garfield Ave, Unit 2 starting at $2,500 with a $0.25 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.
27 Ridge Hill Ave, Unit 2727 Ridge Hill Ave3BR,2BA$0.38
15 Garfield Ave, Unit 215 Garfield Ave2BR,1BA$0.25
40 Fowler Ave40 Fowler Ave3BR,1.5BA$2.65
154 Mount Vernon St, Unit 2154 Mount Vernon St3BR,1BA$2.27
12 Gilbert Ct, Unit 1212 Gilbert Ct2BR,1BA$2.33
190 North ShoreNew 2bd center unit2BR,2BA$2.40
59 Main St, Unit 59 Main St #159 Main St1BR,1BA$2.10
15 Playstead Rd, Unit 115 Playstead Rd2BR,1BA$2.70
40 Home St, Unit #140 Home St1BR,1BA$2.56
45 Princeton Rd, Unit #145 Princeton Rd1BR,1BA$2.75

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Downtown Saugus, Saugus, MA

Ranked #2

Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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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

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 $1,770.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Saugus Apartment is $1,930 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 $2,605 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 Kings Lynne and starts from $3,730.

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