Low Income Apartments for Rent in Amherst, MA (1 Rental)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Amherst?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Amherst Studio Apartments | $1,926 | $1,450 | $2,405 |
Amherst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,121 | $1,550 | $2,825 |
Amherst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,388 | $799 | $3,575 |
Amherst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,684 | $839 | $3,900 |
Amherst 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,218 | $1,557 | $4,500 |
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Walk Score®
58 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
56 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Amherst
How much are Studio apartments in Amherst?
There are currently 12 Studio Apartments in Amherst with rent ranges from $1,399 to $2,405 with an average price of $2,514.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Amherst Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Amherst ranges from $1,550 to $2,825 with an average monthly rent of $2,121.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Amherst cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Amherst range from $799 to $3,575. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,388.
How expensive are Amherst Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 16 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Amherst on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $839 to $3,900 - averaging $2,684 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.