
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Shrewsbury, MA from $1,100 (78 Rentals)
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63 Purinton St

46 Shrewsbury Green Dr

12 Shrewsbury Green Dr

70 Shrewsbury Green Dr

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Ashford Crossing

Sheridan Apartments

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Audubon Shrewsbury

6 George St

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The Elmwood

14 Shrewsbury Green Dr

34 Shrewsbury Green Dr

24 Shrewsbury

Madison Reserve Shrewsbury

Commons at Haynes Farm

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Edgemere Crossing

18 Williamsburg Ct

70 Shrewsbury Green Dr

54 Shrewsbury Green Dr
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Eastview Apartments

40 & 50 Great Brook Valley Ave

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19 Chilmark St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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Wexford Village

Sutton Estates

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Ledgewood Court Apartments

384 Sunderland Rd, Unit 25

Plantation Towers

Redwood Hills

378 Sunderland Rd, Unit 30
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382 Sunderland Rd, Unit 4

380 Sunderland Rd, Unit 22

376 Sunderland Rd, Unit 22

382 Sunderland Rd, Unit 18

74 Rodney St, Unit 1

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137 Cohasset St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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100 Wall St

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109 Green Hill Pkwy

586 Franklin St

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Railroad Lofts

156 Fairmont Ave

378 Sunderland Rd, Unit 24

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16 Hillside St

100 Pilgrim Ave, Unit 2

178 Cohasset St

Alexan Quin

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Audubon Plantation Ridge
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Shrewsbury, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shrewsbury?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Shrewsbury Studio Apartments | $2,127 | $1,200 | $3,019 |
| Cheap Shrewsbury 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,356 | $1,446 | $3,815 |
| Cheap Shrewsbury 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,788 | $1,600 | $4,830 |
| Cheap Shrewsbury 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,128 | $2,000 | $5,319 |
| Cheap Shrewsbury 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,668 | $2,300 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Shrewsbury Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Shrewsbury, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at 40 & 50 Great Brook Valley Ave in the Greendale neighborhood priced from $1,446. Shrewsbury Commons in the Route 9 Corridor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,583. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shrewsbury apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 & 50 Great Brook Valley Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1,446 |
| Shrewsbury Commons | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,583 |
| Wexford Village | The Bradford | Studio,1BA | $1,625 |
| Ledgewood Court Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Plantation Towers | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Ashford Crossing | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,827 |
| COHASSET PLACE | TWO BEDROOM | 2BR,1BA | $1,849 |
| Sheridan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Audubon Shrewsbury | Elm | 1BR,1BA | $1,880 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shrewsbury, MA
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shrewsbury area is the $1.62 price per square foot 16 Hillside St Model at 16 Hillside St in the in the College Hill neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Shrewsbury apartment is the 69 Catharine St Model at 69 Catharine St, Unit 3 starting at $2,100 with a $1.83 price per square foot in the Biotech Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shrewsbury apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Hillside St | 16 Hillside St | 3BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| 69 Catharine St, Unit 3 | 69 Catharine St | 3BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 100 Wall St | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| 19 Chilmark St, Unit 1 | 19 Chilmark St | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 27 McKinley Rd, Unit 2 | 27 McKinley Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Green Hill Park Apartments Worcester | The Emerald Updated | 2BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| PRINCETON PLACE APARTMENTS | Dog Friendly Belmont | 2BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| Plantation Towers | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Ledgewood Court Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| 40 & 50 Great Brook Valley Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shrewsbury Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Shrewsbury?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Shrewsbury is at Shrewsbury Commons listed at $1,583.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shrewsbury Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shrewsbury Apartment is $1,446 at 40 & 50 Great Brook Valley Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Shrewsbury Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shrewsbury is starting from $1,737 at 40 & 50 Great Brook Valley Ave.
What is the most affordable Shrewsbury Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Shrewsbury Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Audubon Shrewsbury and starts from $2,985.
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